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Jeeves and Wooster

7.5/10
Released: April 22, 1990
Reviewed: 3 hours ago
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Jeeves and Wooster

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Rating:
7.5/10
Released:
1990
Type:
tv
Category:
Comedy

Jeeves and Wooster is a series based on P.G. Wodehouse's renowned literary characters Bertie Wooster, an affable if rather dimwitted English aristocrat, and his clever valet, Jeeves. Every episode finds Bertie getting into some sort of mess—often involving romantic entanglements or schemes by his aunts—and having to rely on Jeeves' sharp wits and unflappable composure to set things right.

There's something truly delightful about seeing these mishaps unfold. Hugh Laurie (yes, the same one from House) as Wooster is a revelation, managing to be both absolutely daft and utterly endearing at the same time, while Stephen Fry's Jeeves is the perfect balance of smug superiority and humble servitude. The standout moments are always their exchanges, often involving Jeeves subtly manipulating Bertie into doing the right thing while making him believe it was his own idea.

On the downside, the show can sometimes feel repetitive with its formula, and like many British shows of the time, it can look a bit dated. But for those who enjoy dry British humor, slapstick comedy, and witty dialogue, Jeeves and Wooster is a thoroughly enjoyable diversion.