'Perfect' series compared to Black Mirror streaming free despite studio's controversial move
The show's star has spoken out against the decision
A series that's been hailed as 'literally perfect' and likened to Black Mirror, which was subsequently 'deleted' by the original studio, is now available for free streaming.
All episodes of Made For Love can be streamed on Channel 4 at no additional cost. This includes both seasons one and two, originally released between 2022 and 2023.
Described by the broadcaster as a comedy-drama with a Black Mirror-esque vibe, the plot revolves around a woman who attempts to escape her stifling marriage. However, her tech tycoon husband has implanted a device in her brain, enabling him to monitor her every move and emotion.
The lead role of Hazel in Made For Love is played by Cristin Milioti, known for her roles as the Mother in How I Met Your Mother and Sofia Falcone in The Penguin. She also featured in two acclaimed Black Mirror episodes, including USS Callister.
The cast also boasts Ray Ramano, Paula Abdul and Billy Magnussen, known for his roles in Boardwalk Empire and the Lilo and Stitch remake, reports Surrey Live.
Despite garnering a dedicated fanbase and achieving an impressive score of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, the series was cancelled after its second season. Moreover, the US studio behind it decided to 'delete' the show from its own platforms.
The move resulted in the show no longer being available to US viewers, with Warner Bros pulling it from HBO Max - a surprising call considering the platform had originally commissioned it. It's thought this move was financially driven and Milioti herself recently voiced her discontent on a podcast.
In an interview with Marc Maron for the WTF Podcast, she expressed: "It's so f**ked up. That happened because, umm, we were a tax write-off. I did it for Max... I just know that they ripped it off the platform... like when they ripped Westworld off. And it's such a bummer because, you know, that was three years of our lives."
Milioti continued to share her thoughts: "There are so many parts of that show that have become like eerily prescient. It was all about people in this world of like advanced technology and utterly unable to communicate with each other. You can't even buy it. It's so weird... I'm also like... it's like on a USB stick somewhere probably. Just put it up."
However, Milioti might not be aware that Channel 4 offers UK viewers a chance to rediscover this hidden gem, with many devotees eagerly advocating for others to watch it. One viewer took to the internet to voice their praise: "This show is literally perfect. A MUST WATCH dare I say. The casting of the actors, the dark comedy, the premise and the concept regarding the future of love was done so well. And also the pacing was very good I might add, none of the scenes seemed to drag. A perfect binge. I was hooked from the first scene. The show kept up the intrigue and the comic relief, while also maintaining emotional depth. Billy Magnussen and Cristin Milioti's acting skills: spot on."
Another fan chimed in, expressing admiration for its uniqueness: "This is one of the most original shows I've seen in a long time. The pacing and execution is perfect. The different dynamics they explore tow the line of brevity and weight in such a beautiful way while still having a great balance of comedy. I'm so excited about this show."
On the topic of how it stands out despite similarities to other programmes, a third individual shared their viewpoint: "I was hooked from the first seconds of watching. I personally think that Billy Magnussen is a highly underrated actor so I was elated when I saw he was starring. He's great in it just as I figured he would be .This show is not like all the others being churned out right now. I'm so sick of everything being so similar that they are al just looking and feeling the same to me at this point. Made for Love is an original in a time of not much originality. I love it!"
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