What are you watching at the moment

[Twodogs]

Re: What are you watching at the moment

If you're referring to Utopia I've got some bad news for you buddy.

Really? Oh well if that's the worst thing that happens to me today then it'll be a good day.

[Axe Man]

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The best thing about that list is that Big Bang Theory isn't on it. I saw some other list recently that had it in the top 10

[Twodogs]

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I know it’s a BBC list but I stopped reading when I saw The Office (UK). It’s like everyone thinks they have this awesome sense of humour by saying the UK version is so much better. Seriously has anyone actually watched the US version?

I quite like the US version. It has some great characters and some hilarious moments. When Dwight hits Michael with his shoe as they are driving along is he of the funniest things I've seen.

[jeemak]

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When travelling in Europe the amount of British people who patronisingly explained that I had to like The Office because the David Brent humour made me uncomfortable drove me mad. I mean yeah I get it, but he reminded me too much of a boss that I actually had and I don't like feeling uncomfortable.

British persons - do you like the office?
Me - not as much as you do, the David Brent character makes me uncomfortable, it's a little too close to home
British persons - oh, but that's the entire point
Me - yes, it is, but I don't like feeling uncomfortable
British persons - oh, what do you mean?
Me - I prefer humour to make me laugh
British persons - well you're missing the point
Me - no, I understand the point, I just don't like it
British persons - incredulous looks

I liked Extras and eventually softened on The Office.

[Bornadog]

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I have watched both. US one is ok, UK one is god tier.

agree

[soupman]

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The best thing about that list is that Big Bang Theory isn't on it. I saw some other list recently that had it in the top 10

I suggest you continue to keep skipping over number 56 then.

[hujsh]

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I know it’s a BBC list but I stopped reading when I saw The Office (UK). It’s like everyone thinks they have this awesome sense of humour by saying the UK version is so much better. Seriously has anyone actually watched the US version?

Yep, it's worse. Not bad, (well depends which season) but not as good

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

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Yep, it's worse. Not bad, (well depends which season) but not as good

I think as Jeemak has pointed out, they're entirely different beasts, and I can appreciate both of them for their own qualities. I quite like the cringey 'close to home' awkwardness of the British version, but also love the US version for the different direction they took it in. Much more character building stuff and genuine, quality ha-ha stuff.

[comrade]

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I think as Jeemak has pointed out, they're entirely different beasts, and I can appreciate both of them for their own qualities. I quite like the cringey 'close to home' awkwardness of the British version, but also love the US version for the different direction they took it in. Much more character building stuff and genuine, quality ha-ha stuff.

The best thing the US version did was quickly veer away from being a direct remake of the UK series. The first few episodes were absolutely dire, trying to replicate the awkwardness of the British version.

Surprised Arrested Development is so low on that top 100 list. The first 2 seasons are some of the funniest TV ever created, imo. Gob is one of my favourite characters ever (I’ve made a huge mistake).

[Bornadog]

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I am surprised Queens Gambit was 100. I really enjoyed.

[Axe Man]

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I suggest you continue to keep skipping over number 56 then.

Dammit, I checked twice!

How the hell does that make it before so many other shows? It is mediocre in every way.

[chef]

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So glad Peep Show made it, my favourite ever show.

[hujsh]

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Dammit, I checked twice!

How the hell does that make it before so many other shows? It is mediocre in every way.

I'd argue it should be there if the list is taking into account cultural impact (it's a huge show and even if it's done ironically at the expense of the show/fans who here hasn't made a bazinga joke?) but the list does say greatest shows so I have to agree that it being there is a travesty

[soupman]

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Adventures of Lano and Woodley robbed

[jeemak]

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So glad Peep Show made it, my favourite ever show.

Cracking show. Gotta be in the mood for it, but when you are it really hums.