Netflix's ‘divisive' new comedy series has fans ‘in a chokehold'
Tyler Perry's new political sitcom She the People dropped its first eight episodes this week
Tyler Perry's new Netflix venture has subscribers divided, with some calling it "hilarious" and others branding it "horrible".
The political sitcom She the People features Terri J. Vaughn as Antoinette Dunkerson, who finds herself in hot water after being elected Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi.
Upon her election victory, she quickly realises the enormity of her role when she meets her boss, Governor Harper (portrayed by Robert Craighead), a man whose views are firmly rooted in the past.
Her family, including cousin and campaign manager Shamika (Jade Novah), also grapple with the cultural shifts they face in the Deep South following their move.
The first eight episodes of the 16-part debut season landed on Netflix this Thursday (22nd May), with the remaining episodes expected to drop in the coming months, reports the Mirror US.
Social media is abuzz with viewers sharing their thoughts on the show, many finding amusement in Perry's trademark comedic style and incisive social observations.
One viewer exclaimed on X (formerly Twitter): "with the LEGENDARY #JoMariePayton in #SheThePeople is what I didn't know I was lacking on my TV until now!!!"
Another viewer commented: "She the People on Netflix is funny as f*** [crying emojis]."
A third chimed in: "Yall She The People on Netflix might got me in a chokehold [laughing emojis] episode two only tho this s*** funny."
And yet another offered their verdict: "She the people on Netflix 10/10 lol funny asf."
One fan couldn't contain their amusement, exclaiming: "Y'all watching She The People on Netflix it's so funny lmfaoo."
Yet, not everyone is chuckling along with the new series; a number of Netflix viewers have voiced their disappointment, suggesting that the humour just isn't hitting the mark.
A viewer expressed their dissatisfaction, posting: "Tried watching the new Tyler Perry comedy on #Netflix...She The People starring Terri Vaughn. But ain't nothing funny about it."
Another was even more critical, blasting: "She the people on netflix is horrible [crying emoji]."
Regardless of the mixed reviews, fans and critics alike can expect another eight episodes of She the People to land this summer.
The question remains whether Tyler Perry's latest comedic endeavour will garner enough laughs and love for a second season – stay tuned for further news.
She the People season 1, part 1 is available to stream on Netflix. Part 2 will be released on Thursday, 14th August.
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