Settle Down

I feel like I say this about almost everything I read and watch, but I am ENTHRALLED. From the first minute of this episode, I was sat. I binged all six episodes straight through and I've even convinced my bestie to watch with me in a couple of weeks when I see her.

I laughed, I yelled at my faves, I cried, I even screamed a couple of times. It pulled me in and never let me go. It's right up my alley: queer, diverse, hilarious, serious, introspective, creative, lighthearted, hot, and even a little sad. It's all the things I love in my media.

I did get to see the entire season for free and I highly recommend watching along here and binging it for a rewatch. Even the way they inserted the series title in a different artistic way each episode thrilled my little creative heart. I need more episodes and more seasons, stat. I wiped away my bittersweet tears while writing this, courtesy of the end of the last episode. Brilliant, brilliant work. 5 stars, 10/10, all the things lol.

If you want a fresh, witty take on modern queer relationships, *Settle Down* might be the show for you. Created by Alexander Nuñez, this comedy follows Mason, a matchmaker who's a pro at fixing everyone else's love life but can't seem to figure out why his own relationship is falling apart. The result? A smart, heartfelt, and funny series that's quite relatable, entertaining, and easy to binge.

The show looks good. The cinematography is sleek, the production design is on point, and the whole vibe feels polished without looking fake. The episodes are tightly packed with story, tackling real relationship problems - communication, trust, vulnerability - with a light touch that never feels preachy. Whether it's Mason's clients or his own messy love life, the problems feel genuine, and the solutions (or lack thereof) are just as real.

The writing is sharp, with characters who feel lived-in, even if they're a bit much at times but it's a comedy so I'll allow it. Mason is a standout, equal parts charming and flawed, but it did get on my nerves though. The supporting cast brings plenty of heart and humor to the table. By the end of the season, you'll be invested in their journeys, while being entertained.

Settle Down isn't really a rom-com but it's a thoughtful exploration of love, identity, and the messiness of relationships nowadays. If you're in the mood for something smart, funny, and a little bit messy, this one's for you.

Really fun. Great vibes and handling of intimacy. A real gem! The cast is charming and it's very well directed. The outfits knock it out of the park. Love the production value and the humour of it all. Settle Down does what many other series fail to do by capturing the push and pull of what it means to be ambitious and still be accountable to others - something highly relatable and difficult to master, especially in your late 20s. I'll definitely stick with this series and hope it carries on, the crew clearly worked really well together to create a project that's very watchable and charming. 10/10 for Settle Down!

This show is listed as a comedy, but at the same time, it shows that despite being an expert in relationships, Mason can't see the rocks his ship is sailing into. Ben, Georgia and Devon are the best supporting characters and each are facing their own personal relationship dilemmas while helping Mason with his.

The casting worked really well as everyone is so fluid and natural in each episode. Cinematography is on point, shooting in various urban locations. There wasn't a moment that didn't seem off at all. And the representation of both the queer and gay community, as well as people of color makes this a well blended romcom.

Starts off intriguing, but then gains a full head of steam as you move from episode to episode! The acting is excellent, the characters are fun, and I just couldn't wait to find out what would happen the next time! I am just sad that there are not more episodes to binge. I'm also really sad that this is not on HBO Max or Netflix, where it can be appreciated by an even wider audience.

I specifically like the side characters, which add so much to each episode. I think my favorite is "Love Bomb," but that had changed a couple of times while I watched the series. There is just something so refreshing about the interplay of the matchmaker that struggles with his own match (and all of his clients). I really recommend you watch, learn, and LOVE these people like I do! Note I can't wait until the next season!