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I'm actually just writing this to save this show, as it might get canceled soon. I love this show, and it SO does deserve another season! As I live in Denmark I feel really powerless, because I cannot watch it and help the ratings. I love the characters and the plots of the episodes. This show and New Girl are the best new comedy shows and I really want them to continue. The cast is excellent and the writers are amazing and I simply cannot believe the ratings are that bad.

So I want to ask all that can have an influence in saving this show, to spend a little time and watch the show so it can survive. It will mean a lot to me and lots of other people.

Please just watch this show and help it survive! Please...

I read an earlier review comparing this show to 'Friends'. They couldn't be more wrong. Sure, its got the typical cast of 3 main female character and 3 main male characters, some who are in relationships and some who are single, but this seems to be the norm to most new sitcoms (ie. How I Met Your Mother, Big Bang Theory etc.) This show on the other hand is quite refreshing in a way that makes it comparable to other popular past sitcoms, yet is original and different. Flashbacks during scenes remind you of Scrubs and Family Guy yet do it in a way that doesn't make it seem like they're stealing that idea. You've really got to see it to know what I mean.

So far, while writing this review only four episodes have been shown, and quite honestly, I can't wait for the next one to come out. The characters all have their own unique qualities that make them interesting and i'm sure that as the series goes on we'll get to know more about them.

In my own personal opinion I would definitely recommend Happy Ending to anyone willing to open themselves up to a new sit-com.

There have been a lot of Friends knockoffs over the past few years, most of them forgettable, some regrettable, but this is one funny show.

It's well written, fast paced, very funny. The characters are well defined individuals, each with their own quirks without being quirky.

The first five episodes have all been laugh out loud funny. The situations have been believable and relatable but go to very funny surreal places. It's creative but the creativity all comes organically from the characters so it never seems forced.

Also, no laugh track, no setup-punchline timing to make you feel stupid.

This is my first review ever, so please bear with me.

Happy Endings was a terribly underrated and under-watched show that deserves very high praise. It blows both Friends and How I Met Your Mother completely out of the water (and trust me, I love both of those shows too). Each character was unique, well-developed, and hilarious! The show has a really distinct feeling to it. It was modern in the best kind of way. Penny, Max, Brad, and Jane were definitely standout characters for me. Alex and Dave were great too, but I have to admit they were not quite as interesting as the other four. Nevertheless, this show really let us get to know each character both individually and in the group setting. Plenty of memorable guest stars helped to round out the cast.

The writing is smart and funny. There are inside jokes that are recurring throughout the series. I keep finding great jokes upon multiple viewings. It's both laugh-out-loud funny and make-you-think-a- little funny.

This is the one show that I would pick if I could pick any show to come back onto the air. I would even give back season 4 of Arrested Development and the Veronica Mars movie (both of which I love) for more Happy Endings*. If you haven't seen this show, watch it right away and fall in love with this amazing group of friends like I did.

*EDIT: Okay, I may have been a bit over-dramatic with that statement...

Witty, hilarious, full of fun and replay-ability on a Seinfeld or Friends level, but updated for a new generation. I felt like this was one of those shows that got canceled way too early. I loved it. Still do. I wish there were more episodes.

This show is simply superb. The deliverance, character development, and plots of each episode are amazing. Overall the show is hilariously quick-witted (similar to 30 Rock and Community).

The pilot doesn't really do the show justice though. All of the characters are quirky in their own way, and they all get into antic situations. I'd recommend watching at least the first two episodes to get a feel for what the show is really like. Honestly, I can't wait to see how the show evolves from here, I'm sure it will be amazing!

I recommend Happy Endings if you like shows like: Modern Family, 30 Rock, and Community. Do yourself a favour and WATCH THIS SHOW! I guarantee you wont be disappointed.

I've watched the first two episodes of this show this afternoon.

To be honest, I gave it a try because it was Elisha Cuthbert, who I really liked since watching 'The girl next door'.

After the first couple of minutes I knew this might be a great show. The acting is great,each of the characters has something different and unique, the dialogs are funny and you get great moments of laugh. I hope this will not change later.

Overall, I highly recommend this show if you've watched 'The 70s show' or 'How I Met Your Mother'. I can hardly wait for more episodes. Hopefully this will not get canceled after a few episodes like a lot of other great shows were (like Firefly or Pushing Daisies.

I recently found this show on Netflix and I have been binging it ever since. The cast is perfect. They all go together so well and they're so funny. Please bring this back. Why was it canceled in the first place?

I guess it's okay, funny enough, the acting is good. But somehow, and I know this is probably just me, I don't feel attached to it. I'd be okay turning it off in the middle of an episode if I have something else to do (and I usually don't do that). I don't feel compelled to watch the next episode.

Overall, I think the characters are interesting except for Alex. After a season of watching this, I still don't see where she fits in the group dynamic. And her personality is not completely clear to me.

I'll try to watch this some more and see if the story grows on me. I do think the show is okay, I just don't find (or haven't found) the kind of attachment to the show that makes me want to watch more of it.

This show is simply spectacular. I've not had any high expectations when watching comedy pilots this TV year - especially not couples comedies.

I still thought I should give this a shot because I'm a fan of Coupe and Cuthbert. I can simply say that I loved it.

The chemistry between the actors are hard to put into words, their acting skills and the writing of the show all combined together make this into such a good show.

I'm so glad that this show has aired - and I can finally watch a new comedy that makes me really laugh hard when watching - yet enjoy the different aspects of the writing and still be humored by the quality of the episodes and their story lines.

This is a clever and funny show Gut busting Knee slapper.

This is the funniest sitcom since Arrested Development. It's witty, sharp, and twisted. It gets compared to Friends a lot but the characters are jerks to each other in a similar setup as Seinfeld or Curb your Enthusiasm.

Elisha Cuthbert who was the weakest link in season one has improved tremendously. She has great comic timing in playing the ditz Alex. Damon Wayons Jr. shines as Brad. He takes all the great comic attributes of his father and adds his own hilarious spin. I also love how Adam Pally as Max breaks the homosexual stereotype. He thinks just like a straight man and is rude, obnoxious, and hilarious.

Every member of the cast is great and the pop culture references are as Penny would say "Ahmazing" When you can have a sex dream about the mom on the 90's comedy dinosaurs you are a pretty funny show. Season one is good but season two and three are where the cast really shines. Check the show out if you love Community, Arrested Development, Peep Show and other witty comedies. I liked Friends but I prefer Happpy Enings!

It has its funny moments but there is no real story to it. It felt more like a series of skits. Case in point, there is no true ending to the show, it just stops. None of the characters grow or evolve in its 3 seasons. The last season is the same as the first. It's good to have on as background noise, but it's not even close to Friends.

It's a funny show, made me laugh a bunch of times but none of the characters are likeable, I didn't get attached to any of them. It's the kind of show I put on while cooking or cleaning

They make me laugh, and I love Damon Wanye Jr.! Why was the tv show cancelled? They are really funny, especially the character Penny and her gay friend character Drake, DRAMA.

Seriously one of the funniest shows out there. I can't figure out why it only lasted 3 seasons. I'm currently binge watching it again and still laughing.

Strong cast, great writing, what else can you ask for.

The writing is so amazing and the acting is perfectly on point! In my opinion ABC prematurely dropped this show.. big mistake. I would love to see it back!!

I had my doubts about this show at the beginning. I started watching some episode because it aired right after Modern family. But after watching a couple of random episodes, I started to get interested.

The characters really grew on me, I really recognize my friends and I through them. It's funny, touching at times, well written and intelligent. They make lots of references to movies, TV shows, celebrities, so if you don't watch a lot of movies and television, you may have some trouble understanding everything.

It's refreshing to see a gay character who's not a drama queen, typical type of gay guy you see on TV. Adam Pally, who plays the gay character, is awesome and my favorite. It's also so refreshing to see an interracial couple (black and white), that openly make jokes about their differences.

The only thing I don't really like about this show, is Elisha Cuthbert. Although I like her and I think she is so pretty, I don't think she plays her character well. I feel like she can't find her place with the others and she doesn't really fit, like she's missing something. A lot of times, I just find her awkward. But that's just my opinion. I'll still watch the show. Maybe she'll get better with time.

So overall, I think it's a super cool show. And please do not compare this series with Friends, this has nothing to do with it. It's too easy to say they are friends and do stuff together, and compare characters. It's so much more than that. I never really liked Friends and I love this show. They can't re-invent the wheel. We all have friends, a lot of them resemble others, it's based on real life that's it.

I really recommend everyone to at least watch season 1 :) Then you can judge by yourself :)

This show is criminally underrated. Hilarious, light-hearted, great cast. Somebody either revive this show or make another good sitcom.

I have no faith in any new shows anymore, so I was pleasantly surprised when I watched Happy Endings. I get concerned when a new show gets slotted in between the hottest most popular shows. But I was hooked right away. There is definitely great chemistry amongst all cast members. The jokes are well written and the timing is well done. One area of concern is what's in store for the couple that fell apart at the altar - I am not sure how they will handle their relationship, but so far so good. They take risks, but they pay off. The result is sweet and funny and engaging. I think it will get even better with time. I am definitely continuing to watch it!

The idea and character outlines have the potential of a long run masterpiece, but the build of the episodes makes you wonder whether it's supposed to be a sitcom or a drama. It has all the components for the love and loss drama, but lacks of any actual drama. Never does a conflict span over more than one episode, it always end on good terms, making it feel like petty bickering, missing the real character development and depth that you'd want. At the same time it's not nearly enough jokes or characters with lack of insight to mark it comedy either. At some point you start wondering if it's just a How I Met Your Mother ripoff. Still I can't kill it completely, cause there are a few funny moments and there still is a story line that develops. Sadly It feels like creator David Caspe is a bit to green to pull a thing like this off. He doesn't have the guts to pull enough in one direction to make stick out from the crowd. This is his first production and i believe the longer this show runs the better it'll get. His time will come, in a few years.

I have no idea how I've never heard of this show. Maybe it was ahead of its time but it's extremely underrated. Very disappointed that there are only 3 seasons. It's clever, well written, and hilarious. One of my favorite shows now for sure.

TV getting back to the situation comedy and finally some funny ones that aren't on NBC on Thursday nights.

Good cast, good chemistry. Wayans was a terrible fit on New Girl (best new sitcom on TV) but he works here.

To the person that compared this show favorably to How I met your mother, please refrain from said comparisons. This show is actually funny and well written. Next thing you know it'll be compared to The Big Bang Theory.........shudder..........

Happy Endings may not make it but it should. I'll be watching if Nielsen calls.

It is funny in a superficial way, and being helped by a pleasant cast. One watch might be enough, no urges to rewatch - which is an indicator of "lucky it made it above the line, one time".

As with many new-ish sitcoms, the characters living in a self invented bubble really doesn't help. Either they are privileged, or they just hit the jackpot of cheap appartment and nice junk to furnish it, because no way they can afford the nice settings nowadays if they were real people about that age in a wobbly, unethical economy.

OK, what to do then - make only sitcoms set in ugly appartments, use only real cheap furniture and clothes?! Of course one cannot do that, but the gap is getting wider and wider and it is annoying. I cannit enjoy a comedy set in decorum that takes a lot of money to have, from my setting that is not beautiful, nor cheap. Because now you have to pay a lot for crap things that look ugly and break easily.

So sitcoms like Happy Endings are merely escapist, and do not hold well because they are built on a shaky premise, that ignores most of the current realities. If it had managed to "seal" its own bubble, oK, but it does not. Their lives branch out into the idea of them being "just some common young people, like you and your friends". And it is a lie.

Entertaining, but superficial.

Half of the main six characters are such bad/annoying actors that it was hard to watch. And the plot in between the LOL moments wasn't interesting enough to keep me in it. Would be worth watching a montage of the best one liners, but not much more.