How to Die Alone

Firstly, this show is underrated, I think it deserves at least 7.5.

What happens in the story itself isn't anything particularly new but the execution is on point and there is an authenticity to every character in the show. I really like the way it deals with the vulnerabilities behind people's words and actions, it's done in a very true to life way.

Its very easy to watch. I watched it in 2 sessions but I could have done it in 1, it was a good way to chill. There are some emotionally heavy moments but mostly it's fairly light hearted while still dealing with some serious subject matter.

It's mostly not laugh out loud funny except for a couple of bits but the whole thing is delivered with a certain whimsy, and I think it's one of those shows where the things you laugh at will be different for each person, because you'll be laughing at the way people act because it reminds you of somebody you know who acts that way, or maybe just something you've observed in real life that you already found amusing, which I think shows strength in the writing.

And as a straight white man it was refreshing to see representation of everything that I am not. I watch a lot of films and TV and I like to see different perspectives and attitudes, ways of thinking etc and this (as far as I can tell) is quite authentic in it's representation too.

One sign you know a show is written well is when characters make bad decisions and you understand them. They're not bad decisions that feel like they're written for the sake of moving the plot forward but made because they make sense for that character, and as a result don't pull me out of my vibe I'm sitting in while watching.

Finally the MC is full of energy and brings everything she has to the role. Her energy bursts through the screen and you can tell she's giving it everything. That's not to downplay the supporting actors though. Everyone turns up, no character in this feels out of place.

Would love to see a season 2.

This show is a reminder to stop selling yourself short and to surround yourself with people that lift you up. The main character is kind of the underdog/anti-hero that reminds me of Phoebe Wallers Bridge meets Pam from the Office. It's funny, dark, and keeps you engaged. SO REFRESHING TO SEE NEW FACES, OMG. I am so sick of seeing the same 25 actors recycled from TV show to TV show.

I seriously cannot believe this got canceled when some serious lame, 1+1=2 shows got second and third seasons. Hollywood really has no taste these days.

Anyways, I recommend this show if you like explorations on relatable characters in heightened situations. Reminiscent of UK shows like Stath Lets Flats, The Other One, and Chewing Gum.

There is a serious cliffhanger at the end. Hopefully this gets a redemption story and a smart network will pick this up for a second season so I can find out what happens next.

This is one of the better sit coms of 2024! In my top 5. The cast is incredible! I enjoy the humor, acting, self- depricating writing/humor, the imaganative story telling and incredible characters. Highly reccomend!

Great for binge watching! So nice to watch something so fun and that really looks at the challanges of just being alive in such a humerous and loving way. Love the diversity of all the diffrent characters.

This show is compelling, funny and makes for happy veiwing.

Great for cozy fall watching.

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I can't comment on the whole series but this show has the potential to be something special. I'm not a black straight woman in New York, I'm a gay guy in the U. K. That being said this show taps into something we all feel. The lead actress is exceptional. I don't remember seeing her in anything else but she owns this role. She's a genuine talent and I really don't say that often. I can the characters pain and the humour she's using to work through it. Introducing the characters as airport workers is very clever. We've all interacted with airport workers, we've all had people who by doing their jobs have made or ruined our day. This story, whilst showing us how this black single woman in New York, who feels alone despite being around hundreds of people everyday, feels, it taps into a human experience I can relate to. I can't wait to watch more.

It is sad and funny because the characters are real. They are all flawed in a way that is realistic and true. That good friend who isn't really that good of a friend because it is always about them, they just Always assume you can drop everything for them until one day when you need them.... I am really looking forward to seeing how it continues and builds these characters because no one is aggressively narcissistic or terrible, just normal flaws everyone has. There is love, friendship, work issues, etc. And the airport setting feels unique and not overdone. The cast is very young and fresh and interesting.