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 "The Crazy Ones" (Season 1) 
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Premieres tonight at 9PM on CBS!

This was my favorite comedy pilot of the year that I saw. I thought it was hilarious, well-written and sweet. The entire cast works so well together and it's nice to see Robin Williams back to what he does best after some truly dire theatrical outings. Sarah Michelle Gellar is great as the 'straight-woman' of the ensemble (though I think she's going to get a lot more to do in future episodes) and has a lot of chemistry with Robin Williams, and James Wolk steals every scene he is in. Kelly Clarkson also has a great cameo appearance in the first episode that's a lot of fun. This is a definite winner and I hope it will last - I think it could be huge.


Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:36 am
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I feel like this could end up sucking, but I really hope it doesn't. Great cast and I've always been partial to David E. Kelley's writing.


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It's really enjoyable and different for CBS. I think it feels like it belongs on a different network, to be honest. It reminded me more of an NBC show.


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It doesn't appeal to me, even though I often enjoy Williams.

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I have this set to record as well, and I can't wait! :thumbsup:


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I will be checking it out. Looks good and I love James Wolk.


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This was very, very funny and just overall enjoyable. It has a couple kinks that will need to be worked out over time but I will definitely be returning to this one often.


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I liked this. It was obviously a pilot but I felt like the cast already has good chemistry. Robin Williams was not nearly as manic as he could have been, SMG was not quite as stick in the mud as she could have been.

Also, James Wolk continues to be my celebrity crush, LAWD he is gorgeous.

Perhaps the best part of this was watching Kelly Clarkson try in vain to not crack up at her co-stars' antics.


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Yeah, James Wolk is beautiful. :wub2:

Pilot was decent. Not great but I'll keep watching.


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This got over 15 Million viewers last night.


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I was looking what the hell was this show. When I saw it was starring Robin Williams, I was "meh". But then I saw SMG's name and I just have to check it out now. Also I've liked Wolk in Lone Star a lot, so he's another plus for the show.


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I enjoyed Robin being Robin.

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I loved it. Robin Williams is, of course, Robin Williams, but as he often does, he has potential to bring a Sad Clown dimension to his character. But the most shocking thing is how great everyone else is. SMG plays really well in a comedic role that doesn't necessarily pin her down as the Straight (Wo)Man to Robin. James Wolk was perfect. Even Amanda Setton was fun in her ditzy role.

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I really liked it. This could be the comedy of the season imo.

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I loved it. Robin Williams is, of course, Robin Williams, but as he often does, he has potential to bring a Sad Clown dimension to his character. But the most shocking thing is how great everyone else is. SMG plays really well in a comedic role that doesn't necessarily pin her down as the Straight (Wo)Man to Robin. James Wolk was perfect. Even Amanda Setton was fun in her ditzy role.


Amanda Setton is pretty attractive, imo.


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It was OK. Not funny though. Just enjoyable.


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I loved it, and I agree with Mau - this has the makings of something great.


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It was OK. Not funny though. Just enjoyable.



I agree. I didn't find it funny, but I'm a fan of David E. Kelley's writing, so I still enjoyed it. I found the repartee between some of the characters somewhat amusing at times.

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I definitely agree that it wasn't terribly funny, but I did giggle a few times. Despite that, it was entertaining. I'll keep watching.

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I liked it a lot, it definitely seemed like it had a lot it was trying to cram in. That's usually a good thing when it comes to Pilots.

Robin felt like Mrs. Doubtfire Robin, which is his ideal blend.

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I enjoyed the second episode more than the pilot.


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The second episode was really funny.


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I liked the second episode too. This show has yet to really make me laugh but it's enjoyable. Plus, I just love the cast so much.


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Second episode was decent. Still enjoying "Mom" better, but will keep watching.

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I don't think the second episode was better or worse than the first one. But SMG and Wolk are both awesome in this.


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