Better Late Than Never

The only episode/show that I have ever watched back to back in one sitting in my whole entire life. Pure genius. I'm sad there is only 5 more episodes. I would love to see seasons in Australia/New Zealand, Middle East, Africa, Europe and South America. Can the boys do another 5 seasons? Can NBC listen to the public opinion? I knew Henry Winkler is an incredibly humble and funny guy, William Shatner is the articulate philosopher, George Foreman is the gentle giant and Terry Bradshaw is the life of the party. What a dynamic group. And Jeff, well this kid will be a star after this. It's a riot, it's hysterical it's what the world needs. The cultural and personal shenanigans, bickering, laughs...nothing but good ole fashioned, feel good FUN.

I am mostly a Game of Thrones/Tudors/Rome type of television watcher, but I happened to catch an episode of this last week and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. I found it to be funny, entertaining, and somewhat informative. I found myself, as well as my husband, laughing robustly several times during the episode. The chemistry of the 5 stars works very well. This is so much better than most of the less than stellar shows on the major networks. (Bachelor, Big Brother, etc.) I hope the network gives this show another season or 2. Since catching the episode last week, I have watched a few more of them and I have to say I have found them all equally entertaining.

I was not expecting much from this show, especially because it is basically a travelogue and it's all been done before. The unique aspect of the show is that the travelers are William Shatner, George Forman, Henry Winkler, and Terry Bradshaw. Oh, and Jeff Dye--a comedian with one television credit to his name. That Henry Winkler is the guy who was the inspiration for the phrase "jumping the shark" did not bode well.

But episode one is wheels up very quickly and before you know it, the guys are in Tokyo, exploring the iconic elements of the city: Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, Japanese TV, and a capsule hotel. Again, it's all been done before, but before I knew it, I was hooked. Are these guys really good friends? I don't know, but they seem to have a good time together.

The shows seeks to explore cultural differences, so it is one big fish-out-of-water story. And you might wonder if four guys for whom a flight of stairs is an adventure can really embrace a meaningful challenge.

The show, which is subtitled "an adventure for all ages", allows the viewer to laugh at them as much as with them. These guys can take a joke as well as deliver one.

Surprisingly, the episode allowed for quieter moments, which were a touching counterpoint to the slapstick and sarcasm. As they formed a team to experience some new and diverse--and unexpected--events, the show became a metaphor for life itself, which was moving. Hopefully, they will continue to allow more moments of Zen amid the zaniness, and more insights amid the insanity.

In the end, these are four (or five) likable guys who like having fun. And it's infectious.

Best reality show ever, loved and laughed in each episode. Hope there are more to come!! Loved the interaction of the guys, and their sidekick lol!.,I have watched a few reality shows and I thought they should stop doing reality shows all together, but this show has changed my mind. Great show, great topics and you get to see cultures from other countries. It was an hilarious show, loved every episode. My mom, who is 84 doesn't watch TV, but loved the show and couldn't wait for the next episodes to air. My sister and I are planning a trip to Thiland thanks to some of the things we saw on the show. Please make more episodes, loved it, an actual reality show which makes to laugh and look forward to the next episode!!

I actually "laffed" out loud at the antics of these guys. The only downer I see in the whole thing, is Terry Bradshaw. If they keep this going (which I hope they do), please replace him. He's absolutely obnoxious, just like he was when he was a sportscaster. George Foreman is fantastic as the straight man to the rest. And of course William Shatner is the know-it-all prankster, & Henry Winkler is just endearing as the fall guy. Hope they keep this going, & that the guys visit all the continents, including some off-beat places in our own U.S. Yes, they did the Orient part of Asia, but there's also Russia. I also like it because it gives us a little "in" about the culture of the countries they visit.