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David Mitchell’s 100% Rotten Tomatoes-rated comedy is now on Netflix

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The highly-acclaimed sitcom, “Back,” featuring David Mitchell and Robert Webb, can now be streamed on Netflix.

The sitcom that broadcast its two seasons on Channel 4 in 2017 and 2021 tells the story of Stephen (Mitchell), who steps into his father’s shoes after his passing, preparing to manage the family pub nestled in the English countryside.

Stephen’s plans get disrupted upon the unexpected visit of Andrew (Webb), a young man who had been fostered by his parents for a short while. As Andrew starts to charm Stephen’s family, the character grows increasingly annoyed and envious towards this newcomer in their midst.

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In my perspective, as a dedicated viewer, I appreciated Digital Spy’s review of the initial season opener, which highlighted the captivating blend of humor and darkness that sets this show apart. The role of Mitchell was portrayed as a grumpy contrast to Webb’s somewhat dim-witted character, a dynamic that I found intriguing from the start.

Previously, the sitcom also received widespread praise elsewhere during its broadcast. On Rotten Tomatoes, it earned a flawless 100% approval rating for its debut season based on 20 critic reviews, and its second season boasts an impressive 95% score from 19 reviews.

The first season of Back is intriguing, intelligent, and filled with biting social satire, making it a delightful comeback for collaborators David Mitchell and Robert Webb, according to critical reviews.”

“Critics find the first season of Back to be thought-provoking, intelligent, and brimming with sharp social commentary, making it a joyful return for collaborators David Mitchell and Robert Webb.

In their review, The Guardian noted that although certain parts of the series are harsh, some statements within it are strikingly straightforward, yet it skillfully balances this roughness by being sensitive when needed, only using enough tenderness to make it emotional without ever veering into sentimentality.

1. The Hollywood Reporter shared similar favorable sentiments, commending Mitchell and Webb’s acting and praising Simon Blackwell’s “sharp and insightful” writing. Meanwhile, Vulture noted that the essence of the series lies in the duo’s “richly nuanced performances.”

2. The Hollywood Reporter echoed positive reviews, applauding both Mitchell and Webb’s acting skills along with Simon Blackwell’s “smart and incisive” writing. Vulture pointed out that the core of the show resides in the pair’s “depthful portrayals.”

3. The Hollywood Reporter shared positive sentiments, recognizing both Mitchell and Webb’s acting abilities as well as Simon Blackwell’s “intelligent and biting” writing. Vulture observed that the essence of the show is encapsulated in the duo’s “subtle yet impactful performances.”

4. The Hollywood Reporter expressed positive feelings, acknowledging Mitchell and Webb’s acting talents together with Simon Blackwell’s “intelligent and biting” writing style. Vulture commented that the soul of the show is captured in the pair’s “nuanced and textured performances.”

5. The Hollywood Reporter shared positive feedback, commending Mitchell and Webb for their acting prowess and praising Simon Blackwell’s “smart and biting” writing. According to Vulture, the heart of the show lies in the duo’s “subtle yet powerful performances.”

Back is streaming on Netflix now.

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2025-04-04 22:49

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