The Residence Reviews

It was okay- waaaayyyy longer than it should have been. I think could have been 3 episodes max- by episode 4 I didn’t care who killed the geezer anymore!! In the end it all seemed like an anti climax. Great acting from Uzo though - she’s incredible .. but bruhhh it dragged abeg…

The moment I new it was shondaland entertainment it was as good as watched. Absolutely loved this one man. Run to watch not walk. I mean I must have been under a rock because uzo aduba I was not familiar with your game. Shondaland knows how to cast man. Comedy drama blueprint

guys i was LOCKED IN each episode… this is probably one of the best whodunnit series I’ve watched in a while… i recommend everyone watch it, especially in a weekly format! It really makes u think 💭

This was really funny for the first two episodes. Then it started to drag. It feels like they wanted to draw out the detective’s schtick without moving the story forward. The mystery could have been solved in 4 episodes, not 8. I eventually just googled who the killer was because it was getting so ridiculous.

Oh, how I hope they turn this into an anthology. It took me a second to get used to the casting but Ms. Cupp and the gang are Netflix icon characters. So many great performances loaded together with non-stop dialogue, comedy, mystery, and information. The pace is an editor's nightmare, it's overwhelmingly fast but thankfully repetitive. The plot points and personalities are purposefully exaggerated/dramatic, but realistic if you're comparing it to the current White House. Production-wise, it's impressive, and story-wise, it's both predictable and unthinkable. The writing dips between good and bad but the suspense stays violently kicking. Rip Andre Braugher, who was supposed to play 'A.B.'

Uzo Aduba gives a standout performance as eccentric detective Cordealia Cupp, and she’s supported by a well-rounded, hilarious cast. The show is overly dramatic and suspenseful to play for laughs, but sometimes feels like overkill. Should’ve been 6 eps, but overall, a fun watch!!

I absolutely enjoyed this!! Such a good murder mystery… and from Shonda Rhimes? Who would’ve thunk it? 🤔 the series keeps you immersed in the plot with each episode and I didn’t even realize who the killer was until half way through the LAST episode! 9/10

Such an enjoyable watch. I am sad it's over, I must have more of Cordelia Cupp. She had me from her first moment on screen. It is funny, engaging and endearing. The writing is phenomenal and truly as written as a show it would have you coming back every week for the next episode

Most definitely one of the best shows I have ever seen. Cast is perfect. Amazing combination of murder mystery, sentiment, and comedy; three things I love all in one.

I liked it. Thought it was well crafted and layered. Great cast. Quirky. Offbeat. Subtle. Snarky. Nuanced.

All these “it’s too long” shows what terrible birders you’d be 😜

Dear lord. This was one of the most riveting murder mysteries I’ve ever seen, genuinely. I am so sorry to Uzo Aduba and Shonda Rhimes because I was SOOOO unfamiliar with their game. Like wowowowowowowowow. Imma get withdrawals from the giddy feelings this gave me lol

Had great promise, good cast but went downhill after the first episode or so. Definitely entertaining (as an Australian) and I persisted till the end but it just dragged on for wayyyyyy too long. Lost interest, but I hate not finishing shows. Maybe watch a recap instead 😪

I love murder mystery. The character of Detective Cupp was so good, great acting overall and I liked the storyline. I don’t care it was a bit unrealistic and overly complicated, I enjoyed every episode of this. I loved the way the story was told with the shots.

A lot of fun, kept me on my toes and guessing a different person every episode!! Just need to know of that little boy ever got to tour the white house???

this was unexpectedly a lot of fun

This was fantastic! If you love who done it movies or shows then you’ll love this so much! You really have no idea what’s going on until the end and it makes it wonderful.

Really fun murder mystery. Main character is so quirky and enjoyable. Def want to see more installments beyond season 1. Season 1 does stand alone.

so obsessed with this show. i’m sad i can’t see it for the first time again and that’s why im trying to get all my friends to watch it. so engaging and every episode leaves you needing to watch the next one. the detective is a great character, unique, quirky, witty. watch it !!

It was good. The pacing held up, visuals were sharp, and the performances felt authentic. Some scenes dragged, but overall, it left a strong impression.

C’est brillant 🦜