Season 1 – Smoke

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Jordan V. It’s a bad program. You shouldn’t watch it. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 08/20/25 Full Review Audience Member This series was honestly such a letdown. The plot was all over the place, and the characters? They just didn’t feel real. Taron’s role was unconvincing —it could’ve been so much more, but instead, it just felt totally unconvincing. The scenes were despicable. The whole thing felt forced, like they were trying too hard to make it dark and gritty, but it just came off as messy and unrealistic. It’s honestly disappointing. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/20/25 Full Review Doris D Too many emotionally damaged characters to keep up with. Doesn’t need a second season to continue the charade. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/20/25 Full Review David D This was straight-up terrible and completely ridiculous. I mean, seriously—why the animal cruelty? Taron’s character was just cruel for no reason, and that scene with the Smollett cop and the gun in his mouth? Come on! Really?!? Totally out of left field. The script was a mess—nothing made sense. Honestly, I'm just disappointed. The writing just came off fake and forced. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/20/25 Full Review Aria P. I LOVED this series! I’m usually able to predict storylines but this one had twists and turns I never saw coming. After the 3rd episode, I was on the edge of my seat and counting down the hours until Friday’s new release. I rarely watch a movie or series that makes me feel such extremes for the same character-much less 4 or 5 of the characters in the same season. And the acting….OMG PHENOMENAL. Ntare Mwine’s delivery and execution had me speechless, and it has stayed me for WEEKS. The show did an excellent job portraying an underlying theme of childhood trauma & how that presents later in life, as well as the way a person sees themselves in their minds and how they rationalize their actions in life. I REALLY would LOVE to see a season 2, 3, 4….Apple, Green light please!!!! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/19/25 Full Review Timothy L This story never engaged me the way I thought it would. None of the characters are particularly likeable—not that this is essential for a good drama—and while the plot has a surprise that is revealed early on, there is not much to it after that until it becomes absolutely ridiculous in the final two episodes. The acting is mixed. As I watched, I found myself wondering if Taron Egerton's performance was bad or brilliant. I think an argument could be made either way. In contrast, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine's performance as Freddy is unquestionably brilliant. The scene between Dave and Freddy in episode 7 is the highlight of the entire season. It is Emmy worthy. Freddy is the most interesting character in the series. Unfortunately, the whole season comes off the rails beginning with a development in episode 8 that takes the storyline down a completely implausible path. At one point in episode 9, I thought I was watching a superhero movie. By the end of that final episode, I was just glad it was over. There are definitely unresolved plotlines that would justify a season 2, however I couldn't care less if it ever gets made. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/19/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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