The Good Place

The Good Place (2016)

9/19/2016 - 1/30/2020
4 Seasons, 50 Episodes
8

Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who, through an extraordinary string of events, enters the afterlife where she comes to realize that she hasn't been a very good person. With the help of her wise afterlife mentor, she's determined to shed her old way of living and discover the awesome (or at least the pretty good) person within.

Created By: Michael Schur

Details

First Air Date

9/19/2016

Last Air Date

1/30/2020

Network

NBC

Rating

8/10 (1684 votes)

Status

Ended

Production Companies

Fremulon, 3 Arts Entertainment, Universal Television

About The Good Place

Premiering in 2016, "The Good Place" is a comedy and sci-fi & fantasy series that explores what happens in the afterlife. The story focuses on Eleanor Shellstrop, who finds herself in the "Good Place" by mistake and attempts to conceal her less-than-stellar past while learning how to be a better person. The show blends philosophical concepts with humor.

The series has a continuous narrative across its 50 episodes and four seasons, distinguishing it from many other TV comedies. Its exploration of ethics, responsibility, and the nature of morality is central to the plot, often using humor to address complex ideas. Key themes include mistaken identity and the quest for redemption, all set within an unusual version of heaven and hell.

With an IMDb rating of 8.2 based on over 217,801 votes, "The Good Place" garnered a positive reception for its inventive approach to its subject matter. The show concluded in 2020.

IMDb 8.2/10

Why you might be searching for The Good Place

People often search for the unique blend of comedy and philosophical themes that characterize "The Good Place." Its serialized storyline and the specific scenarios involving the afterlife, karma, and characters trying to understand ethics are memorable elements that may prompt searches. Specific character names and recurring jokes, like the use of substitute swear words, also appear in search queries.

What reviewers are saying

CharlesTheBold

One reviewer noted that "The Good Place" stands out from typical TV comedies due to its serialized plot and lack of a laugh track, covering themes like death and guilt with humor.

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CharlesTheBold

A reviewer also observed the show's originality, particularly in its use of a diverse cast and the inclusion of intellectual discussions through a philosophy professor character.

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Sweatpants 7/10

A high-rated review described the series as "oddly refreshing."

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rsanek 5/10

A less favorable review indicated that interest waned around the middle of the second season, citing a perceived decline in writing quality and a shift toward more obvious humor.

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