I love this show. It's so quirky and you never know where it's going next. Great script. Great acting.
64 Reviews
Funny as Hell
csnoah126 July 2018
An incredible trip!
CaymanAl9 April 2016
I ran across this title over the internet and thought it was a movie. I then saw it was a TBS original and had second thoughts about watching it. (I live outside the US and don't have TBS.) I reluctantly watched the pilot episode and trust me when I tell you this, if you have any sense of humor, you will love this show.
One critic who is Russian absolutely murdered this show. It just goes to show how some people watch TV/MOVIES and think that everything should be true to life. It's said that this story is based on the real life couple's own experience with family vacations. That makes it even better.
This is reminiscent of the VACATION movies, but I think it has a much better feel to it. The one liners are incredible! You'll have to watch it twice to catch everything, but it is SO worth it.
This is my first review because I feel it's completely merited. From the looks of it, it may have been scheduled for at least 2 seasons. I think this has a chance to go for at minimum 3. But, we should wait to see how the first season turns out. The promos look promising.
GIVE THIS SERIES A CHANCE, it's quite the laugh. I've watched the pilot 3 times and keep laughing.
The children in the series are spectacular.
I hope everyone jumps on board for this ride. So far, I give it two enthusiastic thumbs up. haha 8/10
One critic who is Russian absolutely murdered this show. It just goes to show how some people watch TV/MOVIES and think that everything should be true to life. It's said that this story is based on the real life couple's own experience with family vacations. That makes it even better.
This is reminiscent of the VACATION movies, but I think it has a much better feel to it. The one liners are incredible! You'll have to watch it twice to catch everything, but it is SO worth it.
This is my first review because I feel it's completely merited. From the looks of it, it may have been scheduled for at least 2 seasons. I think this has a chance to go for at minimum 3. But, we should wait to see how the first season turns out. The promos look promising.
GIVE THIS SERIES A CHANCE, it's quite the laugh. I've watched the pilot 3 times and keep laughing.
The children in the series are spectacular.
I hope everyone jumps on board for this ride. So far, I give it two enthusiastic thumbs up. haha 8/10
Pretty Great Show for Grown Folks
Krdeerman8 April 2019
I came here looking for S4 info and thought I'd give my 2 cents. This show is definitely raunchy and twisted. If you're cool with that, then check out at least a full episode. I read other reviews making comparisons that I don't exactly see. Here's my comparison that others may not see. The level of crass and political incorrectness is similar to IASIP. The style is completely different however. (Nothing can really top Sunny for me). If you are a fan of IASIP, this will probably entertain you.
The kids in the show are very likable. I find most kids on TV to be "white noise" but not these two. However, I would not let kids watch this show. Watch first to make that call for yourself. And Jason and Natalie are really fun to watch!
I disagree with some opinions of S2. That was the absolute best season for me. S3 was a little weak although I loved the setting. I just read a Jason Jones interview that sounds like S4 has a lot of potential!
Random trivia: A lot of season 1 was filmed around Atlanta. (i.e. Salvation, Florida on the show is actually Stone Mountain.) Pretty cool for this GA girl here.
The kids in the show are very likable. I find most kids on TV to be "white noise" but not these two. However, I would not let kids watch this show. Watch first to make that call for yourself. And Jason and Natalie are really fun to watch!
I disagree with some opinions of S2. That was the absolute best season for me. S3 was a little weak although I loved the setting. I just read a Jason Jones interview that sounds like S4 has a lot of potential!
Random trivia: A lot of season 1 was filmed around Atlanta. (i.e. Salvation, Florida on the show is actually Stone Mountain.) Pretty cool for this GA girl here.
Underrated and Overlooked
rkueppers26 June 2019
Love this show, well balanced in terms of comedy between physical comedy and wit. The "cinematics" (wrong word probably) and storytelling in general are creative and interesting. Stumbled upon it on Hulu and through season 2
Funny if you are not offended by the raunchy humor.
Dr_Sagan13 April 2016
OK, this is basically a family SitCom, but a Raunchy one. It's about a family, a couple and their 2 kids on a road trip.
Many jokes are derived from the fact that the two kids (around 10-12 y.o.) are starting to have questions (and misunderstandings) about relationships and sex.
The 2 parents are not model parents. It seems like they are trying to be but they constantly fail. A goofy father and a progressive mother who likes to get high.
It is good that the comedy is taking place on the road and not in the same living room or kitchen. In every episode you are to meet new people and experience a different set. The possibilities in a road trip are endless and the creators seem willing to explore them. I doubt this series would be boring or repetitive.
So far (I watched the 2 first episodes) the comedic timing is good but keep in mind that the humor might not be for everyone. It is raunchy and vulgar and awkward. This is not a "DR. Ken" type of family sitcom.
Natalie Zea and the rest of the cast looks good, the script is OK, the pace quick without being hasty and (always a major plus) it doesn't have a fake laugh track.
Overall: It's funny so far, but maybe its humor isn't for everyone. Because ...it is a Road trip after all, anything could happen. And with this particular family get ready for some hilarious situations.
Many jokes are derived from the fact that the two kids (around 10-12 y.o.) are starting to have questions (and misunderstandings) about relationships and sex.
The 2 parents are not model parents. It seems like they are trying to be but they constantly fail. A goofy father and a progressive mother who likes to get high.
It is good that the comedy is taking place on the road and not in the same living room or kitchen. In every episode you are to meet new people and experience a different set. The possibilities in a road trip are endless and the creators seem willing to explore them. I doubt this series would be boring or repetitive.
So far (I watched the 2 first episodes) the comedic timing is good but keep in mind that the humor might not be for everyone. It is raunchy and vulgar and awkward. This is not a "DR. Ken" type of family sitcom.
Natalie Zea and the rest of the cast looks good, the script is OK, the pace quick without being hasty and (always a major plus) it doesn't have a fake laugh track.
Overall: It's funny so far, but maybe its humor isn't for everyone. Because ...it is a Road trip after all, anything could happen. And with this particular family get ready for some hilarious situations.
Very funny
thegiant-9506120 May 2016
This is a great comedy.
The wit is very sharp and there are laugh out loud moments in every episode.
You can definitely see the influence of Sam Bee and Jason Jones style humour in here. Even the kids are well cast and have funny lines.
Sure not all aspects of the plot are realistic....but what comedy ever does realistic? the plot is there to set up the jokes, and it does that very well.
Funniest show I've seen in a long time.
well done.
The wit is very sharp and there are laugh out loud moments in every episode.
You can definitely see the influence of Sam Bee and Jason Jones style humour in here. Even the kids are well cast and have funny lines.
Sure not all aspects of the plot are realistic....but what comedy ever does realistic? the plot is there to set up the jokes, and it does that very well.
Funniest show I've seen in a long time.
well done.
An Edgy Comedy Show with an Old School Twist
DesmondQu10 April 2017
This is the most culturally inappropriate show in the 21st century by far, but thats exactly why I love it, especially when everything is so politically correct these days, people get easily offended over every little detail, in a sense this kind of sensitive culture ruined comedy, comedy is satirical and cynical in nature, its a magnifying glass of truth and reality, the more restrictions you put on it, the less intelligent and creative it gets.
This show makes fun of EVERYBODY, literally, it makes fun of liberals, conservatives, atheists, Christians, governments, hippies, warmongers, misogynist, feminists, whites, blacks, Asians, even Native Americans.... and its genius and glorious, this is what equality really means, even the kids are not off limits, they curse like a trucker and its hilarious.
This show approaches the most sensitive topics of our society with surgical precision, the music is always spot on, the "We Won" conquer song and the Russia annex song make me laugh every time, the "Going Postal" song in season 2 perfectly mocked Hannibal in a respectable way, I know, it sounds contradicted, in fact this entire show is basically a walking contradiction, it deals with borderline depressing adult issues with the most immature humor, the scenarios are ridiculous yet oddly relatable, and it works, the characters are not artificial at all (Most characters on TV are predictable clichés), they act like people you would meet in real life without the typical TV filter.
This is one of the very few comedy shows that would make you genuinely laugh out loud hysterically, especially the first season, just keep an open mind and don't get offended, go watch this, you will not be disappointed.
This show makes fun of EVERYBODY, literally, it makes fun of liberals, conservatives, atheists, Christians, governments, hippies, warmongers, misogynist, feminists, whites, blacks, Asians, even Native Americans.... and its genius and glorious, this is what equality really means, even the kids are not off limits, they curse like a trucker and its hilarious.
This show approaches the most sensitive topics of our society with surgical precision, the music is always spot on, the "We Won" conquer song and the Russia annex song make me laugh every time, the "Going Postal" song in season 2 perfectly mocked Hannibal in a respectable way, I know, it sounds contradicted, in fact this entire show is basically a walking contradiction, it deals with borderline depressing adult issues with the most immature humor, the scenarios are ridiculous yet oddly relatable, and it works, the characters are not artificial at all (Most characters on TV are predictable clichés), they act like people you would meet in real life without the typical TV filter.
This is one of the very few comedy shows that would make you genuinely laugh out loud hysterically, especially the first season, just keep an open mind and don't get offended, go watch this, you will not be disappointed.
Doesn't get any LOL funnier on TV
kingston_hui25 August 2019
1st Season a 10 - 2nd Season a 2
cekadah9 April 2017
How can a show so creative and hilarious in the first season fly so high and then in the 2nd season make a complete crash landing? I do not know! One thing I'm sure of (in my opinion) the actors seemed bored with the script and plot so the producers and director threw in crazy physical antics to distract the viewer from a sinking show.
In season one the family's road trip offered surreal characters and an innocents with the characters reaction. Funny stuff! My favorite episode being the theme restaurant --- it's the best of the lot.
But season two comes across as aimless and going in too many directions. Jason Jones just can't pull off slap stick action. And everyone seemed too tired to create funny scenes. So I lowered my rate to a 6.
In season one the family's road trip offered surreal characters and an innocents with the characters reaction. Funny stuff! My favorite episode being the theme restaurant --- it's the best of the lot.
But season two comes across as aimless and going in too many directions. Jason Jones just can't pull off slap stick action. And everyone seemed too tired to create funny scenes. So I lowered my rate to a 6.
Season 4 dropped the ball
Bryan-16 March 2019
Having just finished the first three seasons for the second time I'm writing this. There are a bunch of very funny moments of which most shows only dream of. This show goes beyond your typical comedy in it's clever storytelling. To explain further would require spoilers.
Update: Season 4 is much worse than the previous three. It ended on a cliffhanger but was cancelled so we'll never know what happens or if the show could redeem itself.
Update: Season 4 is much worse than the previous three. It ended on a cliffhanger but was cancelled so we'll never know what happens or if the show could redeem itself.
first season 10/10, second season 4/10
classic-cap12 September 2017
Warning: Spoilers
The first season was grate and had lots of energy and know where it was going. but the second season I was lost, the first half is sad and depressing and the second half fills long and the story goes everywhere, it fills they are making the story up as it goes on. Why did they make the husband randomly go's from smart,funny and likable to a stupid joke and unknowing person and why douse the daughter go from clever in the first season to being weird and stupid in the second season. I hope that they make season 3 more like season 1 and not 2.
Hilarious but not for children
gnoroks1 January 2017
I gave it ten because I found it so refreshing. If one has tried to watch most of the other new comedies that have come out recently like "Kevin can wait" and "Man with a Plan" and find them mostly unwatchable you may agree. The Detour may be pretty stupid sometimes but at least it's funny. I mean really funny. I watched the entire first season in a short period of time and I am ready for more. It is a bit raunchy at times so if you are sensitive to raunchiness just change the channel. I found something "laugh out loud" funny in every episode. Usually many times per episode. Natalie Zea is great in this. Normally she just gets a couple of lines in a show but here she is a main character, so you get to see her a lot. Not appropriate for your Mom or your kids so enjoy!
First two seasons are great
interestingstuff19 September 2022
The first two seasons are great, the third season is ok and the last season is pretty horrible. Overall a nice comedy that will make you laugh many times even though you might have trouble following the story that jumps all over the place.
The chemistry between Natalie Zea and Jason Jones is excellent even though kids are a bit annoying.
Also a lot of nice scenery between seasons as our characters travel to places like Florida, Cuba, Russia and Alaska throughout the episodes. Towards the end the story gets too weird but it's still funny and still gets the job done in terms of making you laugh.
The chemistry between Natalie Zea and Jason Jones is excellent even though kids are a bit annoying.
Also a lot of nice scenery between seasons as our characters travel to places like Florida, Cuba, Russia and Alaska throughout the episodes. Towards the end the story gets too weird but it's still funny and still gets the job done in terms of making you laugh.
Season four fell off the rails.
mentulate-6229519 July 2019
I used to enjoy this comedy, Jones was a well-intentioned idiot, Zea his free-spirited wife.
The family was glued together, but unmoored from normality. Clever situations were well-constructed to force them into untenable positions. The first three seasons were well-structured and quirky, but funny. But I'm halfway through S04, and I'm done with it. Evil twins, an inexplicable family rift, now the situations seem totally unrelated to anything, tossed in at random with slapstick replacing clever.
Thank you TBS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jrxjohn18 May 2016
Obviously this show is NOT for everybody, and the humor IS adult in nature ( or indoors ) THAT'S WHY IT'S ON LATE! This show has me constantly laughing out loud, I applaud the writers, actors, and TBS for putting on such a fantastic, funny program! I NOW look forward to the former Death Valley that was Monday Night programming. If you're easily offended, and weekly there will be something that will offend SOMEBODY, DON'T WATCH, CHANGE THE DAMN CHANNEL! If this program has one chink in the armor ( yes I plagiarized that from the show ) it's only half an hour, but half an hour I WOULD NOT TRADE! Looking forward to all the new episodes!
Very, very funny - but not for kids or easily-offended-adults
angie_blaney28 March 2017
I stumbled across this show, and I'm so glad! It's hilarious! There is an over-arcing plot in the police station at the beginning of each episode (which is the only part I'm not 100% happy with, I'm not sure where they're going with it or how it adds to the shows development), but each episode is really funny overall.
The writing is fantastic. I really like the way it all comes together, and can't think of a single episode I didn't like.
However - I have a favorite - I suggest any newcomers start with Season 2 Episode 3 - it is the funniest, grossest episode so far.
Start there, and then go to the beginning and binge! There's no laugh track, the writing is quick and funny, the actors mesh well and even the kids have some really good lines (as opposed to just being a foil to the adults).
Definitely worth the time.
The writing is fantastic. I really like the way it all comes together, and can't think of a single episode I didn't like.
However - I have a favorite - I suggest any newcomers start with Season 2 Episode 3 - it is the funniest, grossest episode so far.
Start there, and then go to the beginning and binge! There's no laugh track, the writing is quick and funny, the actors mesh well and even the kids have some really good lines (as opposed to just being a foil to the adults).
Definitely worth the time.
LOL Funny
atlasmb12 April 2016
"The Detour" is a new half-hour comedy on TBS. After watching the first two episodes, I am looking forward to more.
This show includes adult humor, so check it out before letting kids watch. Otherwise, enjoy its edgy humor about a family on a road trip.
The parents are Jason James as the father, Nate, and Natalie Zea as the mother, Robin. They are traveling from Syracuse, NY to Fort Lauderdale, FL with their twins, Jared (Liam Carroll) and Delilah (Ashley Gerasimovich). Much like "National Lampoon's Vacation", the journey is filled with errors in judgment and hilarious outcomes.
Nate and Robin, like many parents, struggle with responsible parenting in the age of social media and the internet. And the tween twins are a handful. Laugh out loud moments abound as the well-meaning parents get in awkward situations and have to extricate themselves.
All four lead actors hold up their ends, so the fun never flags.
Update 2/22/17: After watching the first two episodes of season 2, I am raising my grade to "10". This is the funniest show on TV.
This show includes adult humor, so check it out before letting kids watch. Otherwise, enjoy its edgy humor about a family on a road trip.
The parents are Jason James as the father, Nate, and Natalie Zea as the mother, Robin. They are traveling from Syracuse, NY to Fort Lauderdale, FL with their twins, Jared (Liam Carroll) and Delilah (Ashley Gerasimovich). Much like "National Lampoon's Vacation", the journey is filled with errors in judgment and hilarious outcomes.
Nate and Robin, like many parents, struggle with responsible parenting in the age of social media and the internet. And the tween twins are a handful. Laugh out loud moments abound as the well-meaning parents get in awkward situations and have to extricate themselves.
All four lead actors hold up their ends, so the fun never flags.
Update 2/22/17: After watching the first two episodes of season 2, I am raising my grade to "10". This is the funniest show on TV.
One of the best comedy shows around!
melissagillougley30 August 2019
I randomly came across The Detour on a streaming service and I'm so glad that I did. For me, it's honestly one of the best comedy shows I've ever seen and has me laughing so hard.
The jokes are so clever and witty and I think there is just an element of how it's all put together that makes it even funnier. The family dynamic of the show is appealing to anyone who's been on family holidays or even just the dramas and experiences you go through with your own family. I love how the parents are very real in their approach to everything and have an honest and fun relationship with their kids which isn't always presented in shows.
Overall a hilarious show and I hope it continues for more seasons!
The jokes are so clever and witty and I think there is just an element of how it's all put together that makes it even funnier. The family dynamic of the show is appealing to anyone who's been on family holidays or even just the dramas and experiences you go through with your own family. I love how the parents are very real in their approach to everything and have an honest and fun relationship with their kids which isn't always presented in shows.
Overall a hilarious show and I hope it continues for more seasons!
Not usually my type of Comedy but this was a extreme surprise
chrisdye-9265318 April 2016
OK so I usually don't go for the rude crude and dirty humor like this show is however i was pleasantly surprised here its a good comedy ABOUT FAMILY NOT FOR FAMILY its filthy to the core and if u are easily offended stay far far away from this show but I think its hilarious so far I love the kids and the parents alike none of them are really role model citizens but they all have their own special thing about them that u love the daughters hilarious better than u attitude the sons weirdness the moms hornyness the dads sweet attempts it all works together perfectly and it all fits great tbs knows a little about comedy and this proved it ps love full fruntle with Sam bee as well but I say if u are mature enough to take some sexual jokes and swearing I say give it a shot u will at least laugh once guaranteed
Dang.
derekjgarcia4 August 2019
Best comedy on TV
sherlock-419-8784121 February 2018
Warning: Spoilers
This show is so funny and so witty. And it's not just jokes, there is a story that is fun to follow.
I love the meta movie references this show does. Last year we saw James Cromwell doing his line from Babe. This season, with Graham Greene in the show, we've got Natalie doing his line from Dances With Wolves in his voice. So many easter eggs, I'm sure I've missed a few.
The Detour is a work of art and Samantha and Jason should be proud of their baby.
I love the meta movie references this show does. Last year we saw James Cromwell doing his line from Babe. This season, with Graham Greene in the show, we've got Natalie doing his line from Dances With Wolves in his voice. So many easter eggs, I'm sure I've missed a few.
The Detour is a work of art and Samantha and Jason should be proud of their baby.
This show is best when it's about the kids
cabinessence6811 June 2022
The pilot episode is the best episode, and it's primarily funny because of Liam Carrol who plays the son Jared. He has that natural comic timing that you can't teach but are born with. The actress that plays the daughter is also hysterical. Unfortunately, Jordan Jones takes up 90% of the screen time. He's a good writer, but his doofus dad routine gets stale quickly. I wish the show had been about the kids instead of the unlikeable parents. Hollywood should give Liam Carrol his own series.
A good mix of the hilarious and the ridiculous
dubwize23 February 2018
After ten episodes I can fairly assess this clever series.
Hapless and well meaning stoner parents attempt a family vacation that shows absurd politically incorrect and overly correct scenarios in equal portion.
The First season grows on you steadily and if by the Third episode you still give it ago, you will be glad you did.
The dysfunctional parental absurdity and the switched on kids adds to some funny moments and left me in hysterical fits of laughter often. Some very funny scenes, dialogue and delivery.
Definitely now a fan and would recommend taking episodes slowly. Binge watching does not do this justice.
Update Feb 26th 2018 - After watching the second season I must say the writers and Producers are indeed brilliantly clever to weave such a story with depth and humour. Best TV Comedy since THE BRINK. Definitely well worth a watch. Many times I burst into laughter during season two. It JUST keeps getting better. Even the kids Jareb and Deliliah are wonderful actors who bring an aspect to this series rarely seen in other TV shows.
The First season grows on you steadily and if by the Third episode you still give it ago, you will be glad you did.
The dysfunctional parental absurdity and the switched on kids adds to some funny moments and left me in hysterical fits of laughter often. Some very funny scenes, dialogue and delivery.
Definitely now a fan and would recommend taking episodes slowly. Binge watching does not do this justice.
Update Feb 26th 2018 - After watching the second season I must say the writers and Producers are indeed brilliantly clever to weave such a story with depth and humour. Best TV Comedy since THE BRINK. Definitely well worth a watch. Many times I burst into laughter during season two. It JUST keeps getting better. Even the kids Jareb and Deliliah are wonderful actors who bring an aspect to this series rarely seen in other TV shows.
Hilarious, laugh out loud funny sitcom
swilliky3 May 2017
Warning: Spoilers
The bizarre TBS comedy from Samantha Bee and Jason Jones returns for a second season of wild family antics. The Parker family moves to New York City after Nate (Jason Jones) gets a job. Robin (Natalie Zea) is under investigation for her past fraud and her previous husband Carlos (Jeffrey Vincent Parise) returns to claim his wife and paternity of Jareb (Liam Carroll). Delilah (Ashley Gerasimovich) struggles to make friends in the new city as she joins karate and puts on a talent show. Life in the city doesn't get off to a great start as they offend the neighbors and struggle to adjust to road signs.
The story flashes forward to Nate being interrogated by a Federal Agent (Mary Grill) of the Postal Service. Information is doled out about Robin's past that is unfamiliar to Nate but as we see, a lot happened to lead them here. Nate's new boss J.R. (James Cromwell) is undemanding and wants to meet Nate's kids. He is hiding a secret that is crucial to the family as Robin's past comes more into play. Nate stands up for his marriage and for Jareb even after he learns of the true paternity. He beats up Carlos who drops all the charges and claims.
Check out more of this review and others at swilliky.com
The story flashes forward to Nate being interrogated by a Federal Agent (Mary Grill) of the Postal Service. Information is doled out about Robin's past that is unfamiliar to Nate but as we see, a lot happened to lead them here. Nate's new boss J.R. (James Cromwell) is undemanding and wants to meet Nate's kids. He is hiding a secret that is crucial to the family as Robin's past comes more into play. Nate stands up for his marriage and for Jareb even after he learns of the true paternity. He beats up Carlos who drops all the charges and claims.
Check out more of this review and others at swilliky.com
Was once funny
shortythepimp-2685210 July 2019
First season was super funny, second season was funny, third season was a struggle to get through now this fourth season is just awful and I'm done. It's just one fart joke after another. First season was absolutely the best
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