SummaryLow-level hitman Barry (Bill Hader) travels to Los Angeles to kill an would-be actor and finds his calling may actually be to act in this comedy from Hader and Alec Berg.
Created By:Alec Berg, Bill Hader
❮ Barry
Season 1
Season Premiere:
Mar 25, 2018
Metascore
Universal Acclaim
84
User score
Generally Favorable
7.8
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
84
97% Positive
29 Reviews
29 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
3% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Apr 25, 2022
100
It’s nice when a masterpiece returns and is still a masterpiece. This is still the best show on TV.
Mar 23, 2018
91
Barry isn’t always completely on target. There are more than enough nifty plot turns and deftly played scenes, though, to keep the series steadily on its feet before a season-ending cliffhanger leaves one very much wanting more.
User score
Generally Favorable
7.8
80% Positive
176 Ratings
176 Ratings
15% Mixed
34 Ratings
34 Ratings
5% Negative
10 Ratings
10 Ratings
Apr 4, 2021
10
So hilarious yet so dark. Bill Hader and everyone else involved is amazing. I would encourage you to try it out, if you want to.
Jul 25, 2018
10
Absolutely phenomenal television. Very weird and captivating. Taut fantastic writing and script. I’m not usually a Bill Hader fan but he really shines in this production and is incredibly impressive. Henry Winkler is absolutely sensational in this and a national resource. I love these performances and all are pretty much outstanding. I didn’t think Sarah Goldberg was as fabulous as some of the other reviewers said but still strong and very convincing . I think she was over acting and could dial it back a bit. The main take away is the originality and juxtaposition of the comedic and horrific elements at the same time. Definitely worth watching and I’m looking forward to season two. The actor who plays the Chechen leader is also in Billions ( Goran) and his group reminds me of a slapstick Sopranos. Soho was also a brilliantly executed character. Stephen Root always awesome but funny in this show. Usually he’s way more chilling and sinister. Incredible story line. Kudos.
Mar 23, 2018
90
The series, created by Mr. Hader and Alec Berg (“Silicon Valley”), ingeniously mixes wetwork and dry irony. ... You don’t expect this comedy to find its target in the way it does.
Apr 2, 2018
85
The show slowly earns our trust with its zany, disarmingly warm affect and amiable actors.
Mar 24, 2018
80
A bittersweet dramedy that's uncomfortably funny and simultaneously dark and tense.
Mar 19, 2018
80
Barry’s actions towards the end felt right and honest to me, and elevated the series over the well-executed but familiar and occasionally timid comedy of its first half.
May 8, 2018
10
Bill is the bees kneez..! This show captivated me with action, comedy, and great performances. I'd like to make a 'shout out' to Season1 Ep 7 for the amazing performances, just wow..! Set the hook and reel'n me in. GREAT work keep it up, please!
Mar 27, 2018
10
Funny and surprisingly touching, a truly original crime comedy with great performances.
Nov 21, 2018
6
There are some funny moments and acting is fine. Yet something is missing and in the end the series just leaves you cold. It's quite boring actually. Too bad, I really wanted to like this one...
Jun 27, 2018
6
Highly watchable dramedy punches above its weight class to produce entertainment that fails only by being predictable in places which reveals that the writing does, on many an occasion, lack depth. Excellent cast elevate certain key scenes allow the mostly two dimensional characters the illusion of greater depth.
Apr 23, 2018
6
I think that overall this is a good comedy. My only comment is about actress Sarah Goldberg. I think that either this role does not fit her, or the director has not made much impression on her.
