Weird Loners

Sentenced to death before it was even broadcast. To launch a new series with zero advertising at the beginning of April, when the overwhelming majority of viewers are getting ready for finales, is a stab in the back. That's why I wanted to catch this group at all costs, just in case they happened to be, thanks to the presence of Zachary Knighton, the successor to Happy Endings. But with only six episodes, they really can't keep up, and what's more important – they probably don't even want to. The main four characters navigate each plotline using different humor, whether it's purely verbal (as seen in the initial wedding), or at times crude and physical (referencing The Godfather), which greatly affects the overall feel and entertainment value. A much bigger problem, however, is Eric. Sitcoms occasionally need a slightly dumber character to pile the bewildered lines onto, but Nate Torrence and his childish, even idiotic approach miss the mark. Luckily, in contrast, there is the beautiful and comedically flexible Becki Newton, who truly deserves a standout role. Surprisingly, I am quite satisfied with how it all ends. Not that Weird Loners made a huge impact in the world of comedy, but it's nice to see a canceled show that manages to cleverly and satisfyingly wrap things up even in minimal space. Because what will happen in the morning is no longer up to us. (2015.05.23)