Watch Review with Forrest MacNeil

Review with Forrest MacNeil is a mockumentary-style television series that aired on Comedy Central from 2014 to 2016. The show stars Andrew Daly as Forrest MacNeil, a professional critic who reviews real-life experiences rather than films or products. Each episode features MacNeil reviewing three different experiences suggested by the audience, such as stealing, addiction or going into space. MacNeil fully immerses himself in the experience, attempting to provide the most comprehensive review possible. He does not hesitate to engage in the most dangerous, uncomfortable, and downright bizarre tasks, no matter the repercussions on his personal or professional life.

Forrest's reviews are broken down into three different sections: the backstory leading up to the experience, the experience itself, and the aftermath. Each section is presented in its distinctive mockumentary style. Throughout the episode, the show cuts to various interviewees who offer their take on Forrest's recent experience, including friends, family members, and the occasional expert in the field such as a sex therapist.

What makes Review with Forrest MacNeil stand out is not only the absurdity of the experiences Forrest endures, but the story arc that takes place over the course of the season. Throughout the show, Forrest's dedication to his job at Review slowly begins to take a toll on his personal life. His relationships with his wife, father, and coworkers all start to unravel, and Forrest is completely oblivious to the damage he is inflicting on those around him.

One of the most memorable episodes of Review with Forrest MacNeil was the "Pancakes; Divorce; Pancakes" episode where Forrest reviewed eating 15 pancakes, getting a divorce, and eating 30 pancakes. While the first review started off as amusing, the episode slowly unfolded into a heart-wrenching study on Forrest's failing marriage. He wanted to review divorce initially and, after successfully completing that experience and returning to review eating 30 pancakes, Forrest finds himself heartbroken and alone. Still, even in moments like these, his commitment to his reviews never wavers at the expense of his relationships.

Throughout the series, Andrew Daly's character is unapologetically dedicated to his job as if it's what keeps him alive. It's impossible to watch the show and not question how far we're willing to go to satisfy our curiosity and follow our careers. Forrest is so lost in the process of giving a review that he overlooks the obvious ramifications of the experiences he is trying to analyze.

The show is often regarded as more than a simple satire, with reviewers calling it the most underrated show of the century. It's a hilarious take on modern society's fascination with reviewing everything and our endless quest for instant gratification. Review with Forrest MacNeil provides social commentary on societal struggles and the need for individualism over conformity. Forrest's unrelenting quest for feedback and his tirelessly comprehensive approach to reviewing ultimately reveals how human beings are always seeking an influence in everything.

In conclusion, Review with Forrest MacNeil is a fantastic show for viewers seeking a unique genre-bending experience, one that's equal parts comedy, drama, and commentary. Daly's portrayal of Forrest is a performance that will make you uncomfortable, laugh, and ponder your priorities. It is a show that you will wish had gone on for many more seasons, but it proves that sometimes, a fantastic idea is just fantastic enough in a limited run.