No Good Deed
No Good Deed
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No Good Deed

"Every house has its secrets."

6.4
Yr 2024
Status Ended
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Series Brief

Overview

The sale of Paul and Lydia's picture-perfect LA home forces them to face painful family secrets — and hide them from prying eyes and cutthroat buyers.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 76 /100

Critical reception for No Good Deed was largely favorable, with reviewers praising its dark humor, addictive mystery, and sharp framing around the competitive Los Angeles real estate market. Many critics commended creator Liz Feldman for delivering a fast-paced puzzle box that effectively balances comedy with thoughtful explorations of grief and family secrets.

The ensemble cast received widespread acclaim, with Lisa Kudrow's lead performance singled out as particularly touching and compelling. Reviewers also celebrated the supporting cast of comedic veterans, noting their ability to bring strong energy and charm to the show's interwoven narratives.

However, the series drew some criticism for its uneven pacing and tonal balance. A few reviewers noted that the narrative felt overcrowded with twists, arguing that the jarring shifts between slapstick humor and heavy family tragedy occasionally undermined the emotional stakes.

“darkly humorous fun, a multi-mystery puzzle box full of deceit, danger and the Los Angeles real estate market”

“a fantastic blend of comedy and mystery, with a gaggle of outstanding big-name actors doing their best work”

“a dark comedy that, despite a somewhat sprawling narrative, manages to be both quite hilarious and frequently poignant”

“a sometimes queasy blend of outright slapstick and painful family tragedy”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
Netflix Standard with Ads
US • CA • UK
Why fans love it

The tension in No Good Deed stems from the friction between a polished California aesthetic and the messy, volatile secrets hidden behind closed doors. By blending dark comedy with biting wit, the series captures the absurdity of high-stakes real estate in Los Angeles, where keeping up appearances becomes a full-time occupation.

Ray Romano helps anchor an offbeat anthology-style approach that prioritizes character-driven rivalry over simple plot mechanics. The show favors jagged edges and quick-witted dialogue, turning a standard property transaction into a labyrinth of social maneuvers and mounting paranoia.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 42
Regulars 3
Longest run 7 eps
Show 34 more
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Similarity

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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

anthology rivalry dark comedy los angeles, california mysterious offbeat witty
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
December 12, 2024
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
96