Netflix is full of shows that tickle your funny bone or move you to tears — so many that it’s sometimes hard to know what to watch.
When a new series like The Four Seasons drops, you’re often left wondering if it’s worth your time. With a cast that includes Tina Fey, Steve Carell and two-time Oscar nominee Colman Domingo, it certainly seems like a worthy show to watch on a lazy weekend. But even a show with a great cast can be disappointing. (Anyone remember Maniac with Emma Stone? Better yet, don’t.)
That’s why Watch With Us is breaking down everything you need to know about The Four Seasons and whether or not it’s worth your time.
Who Created Netflix’s ‘The Four Seasons’?
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The Four Seasons is based on a 1981 film of the same name, directed by and starring Alan Alda. This television version was created by Tina Fey (30 Rock), Lang Fisher (Never Have I Ever) and Tracey Wigfield (Great News, Peacock’s Saved By The Bell reboot).
What Is ‘The Four Seasons’ About?
Both the movie and show versions of The Four Seasons are about three couples who have a tradition of going on quarterly vacations together. But their group’s dynamic is thrown into chaos when one husband (Steve Carell) announces he is leaving his wife of 25 years.
Who Stars in ‘The Four Seasons’?
The following actors star in the main cast of The Four Seasons:
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Tina Fey as Kate
Will Forte (Saturday Night Live, Last Man on Earth) as Jack, Kate’s husband
Kerri Kenney-Silver (Reno 911!) as Anne
Marco Calvani as Claude
Colman Domingo (Rustin, Sing Sing) as Danny, Claude’s husband who is an architect
Steve Carell (The Office) as Nick, Anne’s soon-to-be ex-husband
Erika Henningsen (Mean Girls on Broadway) as Ginny, a 32-year-old dental hygienist whom Nick dates after divorcing Anne
Some other notable guest stars are Julia Lester (High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, Into the Woods on Broadway), who appears as Nick and Anne’s daughter, and Alda himself as Anne’s father.
What Do People Dislike About ‘The Four Seasons’?
Some critics like Vulture feel that the plot is a bit slow, and that there isn’t enough story to stretch the plot of a two-hour movie over eight 30-minute episodes.
What Do People Like About ‘The Four Seasons’?
Fans of The Four Seasons love the series’ realistic and relatable insights into marriage, aging and long-term friendships.
Calvani’s and Domingo’s performances are particularly sparkling, as is Forte’s. (It’s nice to see him shine in a more grounded role than the larger-than-life characters he often portrayed on SNL.) In general, the chemistry among the core group is solid. The well-developed characters feel real, and you understand how these relationships have lasted for so long.
The writing, typical of Fey, Fisher and Wigfield, is sharp and funny. The dramatic moments feel weighty without being overwrought. It’s an enjoyable, sweet series with something to say about love and life.
So, Should You Watch Netflix’s ‘The Four Seasons’?
The Four Seasons is definitely a must-watch for people aged 40 to 65 with a tight-knit circle of friends. You’ll find the ups and downs of the three couples intensely relatable and engaging.
If you don’t fit into that demographic, it’s still worth a watch. The Four Seasons isn’t revolutionary or groundbreaking, but it works. Don’t expect 30 Rock-level zaniness — the tone is more in line with some of Steve Carell’s most beloved dramedies like Crazy, Stupid, Love or Little Miss Sunshine. If that’s your jam, then The Four Seasons is for you.
