The Four Seasons Review

 

It's Hump Day, Squirrel Friends!

Guess what? I am officially legit—no more backdooring Netflix for me! Thanks to the generosity of my sister, I am now riding high on her Netflix family plan. That means unlimited streaming, no more sketchy logins, and a whole lot of binge-worthy content. And speaking of binge-worthy, I have a little gem of a series review for you today: The Four Seasons on Netflix.

The Four Seasons is a comedy of couples in crisis. No joke! If you loved This Is 40, but wished it had more couples with issues, then The Four Seasons is your next must-watch. This eight-episode Netflix miniseries, created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, is a modern reimagining of Alan Alda’s 1981 film. It follows three long-time couples who take seasonal vacations together—until one of them drops the bombshell of a divorce, sending their friendships and marriages into a tailspin.

This series boasts a star-studded lineup of comedy legends:

• Tina Fey as Kate, the glue holding the group together.
• Will Forte as Jack, Kate’s well-meaning but occasionally clueless husband.
• Steve Carell as Nick, the finance guy who suddenly decides to leave his wife.
• Kerri Kenney-Silver as Anne, Nick’s blindsided and heartbroken ex-wife.
• Colman Domingo as Danny, the stylish architect and life of the party.
• Marco Calvani as Claude, Danny’s health-conscious husband.
• Erika Henningsen as Ginny, Nick’s new (and much younger) girlfriend.

My favorite scenes was in episode 5, "Family Weekend".  All I can say is, men, be careful who you bring around your daughters. A standout moment in The Four Seasons comes courtesy of Nick’s daughter, who decides to turn her father’s midlife crisis into the subject matter of her play. Yes, you read that right—she takes his messy divorce and transforms it into theatrical art. Men, take note: if you’re going to upend your family dynamic, just know that your offspring might turn it into a Broadway-style roast. There's another crazy moment in episode 7 that involves Claude and Danny but I'll let you discover it. 

This series is funny, heartfelt, and painfully relatable. It captures the awkwardness of aging friendships, the messiness of marriage, and the hilarious discomfort of watching your friends date someone way too young. The writing is sharp, the performances are stellar, and the seasonal getaways provide the perfect backdrop for midlife meltdowns.

So, squirrel friends, add The Four Seasons to your watchlist. It’s witty, warm, and just the  right amount of chaotic—kind of like your favorite group chat. I give this series 4 out of 5 acorns.