Uncoupled on Netflix is a new show about restarting your life in your middle age. But is it worth watching

Is Neil Patric Harris’ Drama, &#8216;Uncoupled&#8217; on Netflix Mere Sex and the City Gay Replica?

Netflix has added a new show to its never-ending list of Originals, Uncoupled.
The show stars the How I Met Your Mother fame, Neil Patric Harris. Harris’s
character in the show goes through a midlife crisis after his longtime partner
of 17 years suddenly leaves him and he has to learn all the new rules of dating
once again.



The show is an excellent slice of life that started streaming on Netflix on the
29th of July. So now that audiences have had enough time to form an opinion on
the show, why not check what they say about it?


WHAT ARE THE REVIEWS OF UNCOUPLED BY NETFLIX?

After streaming on the drive for more than a day Uncoupled seems to be receiving
mixed reviews. The internet is divided among critics and fans. The critics seem
to have mixed opinions of the show while the fans absolutely love it. Major
publications such as CNN
[https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/29/entertainment/uncoupled-review/index.html] felt
that the show had some strong points but lacked in making a genuine connection
with the audience. “Tone that alternates between “Sex and the City” and
imitation Neil Simon,” they wrote.

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Washington Post
[https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjm-sO4taH5AhUdILcAHRqSB3kQvOMEKAB6BAg2EAE&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonpost.com%2Ftv%2F2022%2F07%2F29%2Funcoupled-neil-patrick-harris-review%2F&usg=AOvVaw3MSI9ghrBxmPMFK3gyLHO_]
on the other hand felt that the show lacked, “is moments of emotional
groundedness.” However, no matter the mixed review all those who have watched
the show agree that Neil Patric Harris is completely amazing as Michael Lawson.

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Daughter’s Odd Movie Preferences, and How ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘The Shining’
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WHAT ARE THE FANS SAYING ABOUT THE SHOW?

Apparently where critics are divided about their opinion of the show. The fans
downright love the series and are even asking for another season as soon as
possible. Some of the fan tweets appreciating the show are.

> PSA: Uncoupled on NetFlix is great
> 
> — Toma (@tomatoweets) July 30, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/tomatoweets/status/1553469367106543616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Uncoupled on Netflix with Neil Patrick Harris is TERRIFIC. Such natural
> acting, such lovable characters, such funny moments and tender moments. I'm
> straight. I loved it. #kudos
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/kudos?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> 
> — berthillon (@berthillon) July 30, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/berthillon/status/1553461815505477632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> #Uncoupled
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/Uncoupled?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] on
> Netflix is the closest a show has come to inheriting the SATC mantle. Neil
> Patrick Harris is the perfect lead for a show that focuses on characters
> finding love and heartbreak later on in their lives. It is funny, sexy,
> endearing and gay.
> 
> Season 2 when @netflix [https://twitter.com/netflix?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]?
> 
> — Matty 🏳️‍🌈 (@Mat1L92) July 30, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/Mat1L92/status/1553458984312504324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> I am thoroughly loving and enjoying #Uncoupled
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/Uncoupled?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] on
> @netflix [https://twitter.com/netflix?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]! New favorite show!
> @TishaCampbell [https://twitter.com/TishaCampbell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> @ActuallyNPH [https://twitter.com/ActuallyNPH?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #UncoupledNetflix
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/UncoupledNetflix?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> 
> — Ayanna Fraley Moore she/her (@YannaMoe224) July 30, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/YannaMoe224/status/1553447701177565184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Uncoupled on Netflix is so cute. Darren Star really knows how to make a good
> series.
> 
> — Kathryn Gator (@kat22an) July 30, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/kat22an/status/1553446810034782208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



All in all the show seems to be a hit among the fans who love the Sex and the
city vibe that Uncoupled gives. Also, it goes without saying that it is so
refreshing to see Neil on screens after his incredible run as Barney on HIMYM.

Did you guys love the series or not? Give us your verdict on whether it should
be watched or not. Share your answers with us in the comments.

Uncoupled is currently streaming
[https://www.netflix.com/watch/81465093?source=35] only on Netflix.

Baheen Qadri

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<p>Netflix has added a new show to its never-ending list of Originals, <em>Uncoupled.</em> The show stars the<strong> How I Met Your Mother fame, Neil Patric Harris</strong>. Harris&#8217;s character in the show goes through a midlife crisis after his longtime partner of <strong>17 years</strong> suddenly leaves him and he has to learn all the new rules of dating once again.</p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Uncoupled | Official Trailer | Netflix" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KMT4pVK-uFo?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p>The show is an excellent slice of life that started streaming on Netflix on the<strong> 29th of July</strong>. So now that audiences have had enough time to form an opinion on the show, why not check what they say about it?</p>
<h2>What are the reviews of Uncoupled by Netflix?</h2>
<p>After streaming on the drive for more than a day <em>Uncoupled</em> seems to be receiving <strong>mixed reviews</strong>. The internet is divided among critics and fans.<strong> The critics seem to have mixed opinions of the show while the fans absolutely love it</strong>. Major publications such as <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/29/entertainment/uncoupled-review/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CNN</a> felt that the show had some strong points but lacked in<strong> making a genuine connection with the audience</strong>. <em>&#8220;Tone that alternates between &#8220;Sex and the City&#8221; and imitation Neil Simon,&#8221;</em> they wrote.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-42454 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4.jpeg" alt="" width="2000" height="995" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4.jpeg 2000w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4-300x149.jpeg 300w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4-1024x509.jpeg 1024w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4-768x382.jpeg 768w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image-4-1536x764.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjm-sO4taH5AhUdILcAHRqSB3kQvOMEKAB6BAg2EAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonpost.com%2Ftv%2F2022%2F07%2F29%2Funcoupled-neil-patrick-harris-review%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw3MSI9ghrBxmPMFK3gyLHO_" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Washington Post</a> on the other hand felt that the show lacked, <em>&#8220;is moments of emotional groundedness.&#8221; </em>However, no matter the mixed review all those who have watched the show agree that<strong> Neil Patric Harris </strong>is completely amazing as<strong> Michael Lawson.</strong></p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong>&#8216;<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-uncoupled-star-neil-patrick-harris-reveals-her-11-year-old-daughters-odd-movie-preferences-and-how-stranger-things-and-the-shining-make-up-her-watchlist/">Uncoupled&#8217; Star Neil Patrick Harris Reveals His 11-Year-Old Daughter&#8217;s Odd Movie Preferences, and How &#8216;Stranger Things&#8217; and &#8216;The Shining&#8217; Make Up Her Watchlist</a></p>
<h2>What are the fans saying about the show?</h2>
<p>Apparently where critics are divided about their opinion of the show. The fans downright love the series and are even asking for another season as soon as possible. Some of the fan tweets appreciating the show are.</p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">PSA: Uncoupled on NetFlix is great</p>
<p>&mdash; Toma (@tomatoweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/tomatoweets/status/1553469367106543616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2022</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Uncoupled on Netflix with Neil Patrick Harris is TERRIFIC.  Such natural acting, such lovable characters, such funny moments and tender moments. I&#39;m straight. I loved it.  <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kudos?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kudos</a></p>
<p>&mdash; berthillon (@berthillon) <a href="https://twitter.com/berthillon/status/1553461815505477632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2022</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Uncoupled?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Uncoupled</a> on Netflix is the closest a show has come to inheriting the SATC mantle. Neil Patrick Harris is the perfect lead for a show that focuses on characters finding love and heartbreak later on in their lives. It is funny, sexy, endearing and gay.</p>
<p>Season 2 when <a href="https://twitter.com/netflix?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@netflix</a>?</p>
<p>&mdash; Matty 🏳️‍🌈 (@Mat1L92) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mat1L92/status/1553458984312504324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2022</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am thoroughly loving and enjoying <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Uncoupled?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Uncoupled</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/netflix?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@netflix</a>! New favorite show! <a href="https://twitter.com/TishaCampbell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TishaCampbell</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ActuallyNPH?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ActuallyNPH</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UncoupledNetflix?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UncoupledNetflix</a></p>
<p>&mdash; Ayanna Fraley Moore she/her (@YannaMoe224) <a href="https://twitter.com/YannaMoe224/status/1553447701177565184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2022</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Uncoupled on Netflix is so cute.  Darren Star really knows how to make a good series.</p>
<p>&mdash; Kathryn Gator (@kat22an) <a href="https://twitter.com/kat22an/status/1553446810034782208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2022</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<p>All in all the show seems to be a hit among the fans who love the<strong> Sex and the city</strong> vibe that <em>Uncoupled</em> gives. Also, it goes without saying that it is so refreshing to see Neil on screens after his incredible run as <strong>Barney on HIMYM.</strong></p>
<p>Did you guys love the series or not? Give us your verdict on whether it should be watched or not. Share your answers with us in the comments.</p>
<p><em>Uncoupled</em> is currently <a href="https://www.netflix.com/watch/81465093?source=35" target="_blank" rel="noopener">streaming</a> only on Netflix.</p>


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