The Great (TV Series) A Simple Jape (2021) User Reviews

It's Getting Serious ....

[ClickerClarkson · 9/10 · 11 January 2022]

It seems like a world away from glass smashing huzzahs and giggling at the crude language of Season1 Episode1.

Series2 feels more serious, more mature but still an incredible watch.

The wit is still there but the characters are now to be taken seriously and I love them for it.

It's a long time since I've cheered out loud at someone's actions in a drama - thank you Marial.

Excellent

[glenhammond · 10/10 · 5 September 2022]

I've hugely enjoyed the show so far but this episode has elevated it further.

The death of Shakey was genuinely surprising and showed that this is a programme willing to take risks.

It showed that whilst at its heart the show is a comedy, Catherine's actions are not in a vacuum, they have consequences.

Peter showing more depth to his character in the state room with Catherine also indicates the writers truly get you need to switch up the tone occasionally - showing characters grow & change.

The actress who plays Aunt Elizabeth, Belinda Bromilow, is doing a superb job this season. The perfect balance of comedic oddities plus advice to Catherine that's sound & caring.

Great episode.