The cult episode is usually a little too over the top, but in this environment it works. Good guest star, funny too.
2 Reviews
It has potential
thecanadian-2331729 August 2021
Like most that are likely watching this show, I have immensely fond memories of the original show and was very excited to see a revival. Having caught up with all episodes released so far (up through episode 13), I don't exactly love it, but it has a lot of potential.
The returning cast all slip back into their roles with ease, and I love seeing them back. I really like some of the new cast, and there are others who I haven't decided on yet. The show handles some more modern technology topics that I like a lot.
Where I'm not totally convinced is the show's overall "identity". Even though the original wasn't 100% focused on a web show, that was a big portion of its existence. The revival sometimes has Carly do iCarly livestreams, but that's really it. It's more of a continuation of the character's lives than it is about restarting the web show. There's also one or two episodes that feel like they're trying a little too hard to be "edgy" to say "look, see! We're not a show for kids anymore!", and I just thought it was a bit much.
All that being said, I think it's a decent start and I'm definitely excited to see where it goes next. The cast are still great, and if they can focus up a little and find the show's "voice", then I think it could be a really successful revival.
The returning cast all slip back into their roles with ease, and I love seeing them back. I really like some of the new cast, and there are others who I haven't decided on yet. The show handles some more modern technology topics that I like a lot.
Where I'm not totally convinced is the show's overall "identity". Even though the original wasn't 100% focused on a web show, that was a big portion of its existence. The revival sometimes has Carly do iCarly livestreams, but that's really it. It's more of a continuation of the character's lives than it is about restarting the web show. There's also one or two episodes that feel like they're trying a little too hard to be "edgy" to say "look, see! We're not a show for kids anymore!", and I just thought it was a bit much.
All that being said, I think it's a decent start and I'm definitely excited to see where it goes next. The cast are still great, and if they can focus up a little and find the show's "voice", then I think it could be a really successful revival.
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