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"You can't spell 'family' without FML."

7.9
Yr 2024
Status Ended
Comedy
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Overview

It's 1993 and Ted the bear's moment of fame has passed, leaving him living with his best friend, 16-year-old John Bennett, who lives in a working-class Boston home with his parents and cousin. Ted may not be the best influence on John, but when it comes right down to it, he's willing to go out on a limb to help his friend and his family.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 50 /100

Critical reception for the 2024 Ted series is sharply divided between those who find it a hilarious, well-produced expansion of the film franchise and those who view it as a stale, redundant effort. Supporters praise the technical achievement of the visuals and the show's ability to balance vulgar, juvenile humor with surprisingly effective character moments and dry, deadpan wit. Fans of Seth MacFarlane's comedic style generally find the series a welcome return for the character.

Conversely, detractors argue the show is painfully unfunny and fails to justify its existence as a prequel. Critics pointed out a lack of narrative development, describing the storytelling as repetitive and predictable. Many reviewers felt the series occupies an awkward middle ground, struggling to decide whether it wants to be a cynical farce or a sincere sitcom, resulting in an uneven experience that wears out its welcome over the course of the season.

“It is actually a good-looking, well directed, well put-together show, and the visual effects required to bring Ted to life are seamless.”

“Seth MacFarlane’s animated comedy prequel is like a deliberate attempt to ignore everything its creator has ever learned. Bloated episodes drag on without raising a smile.”

“Even with only seven episodes, the Ted series does start to wear out its welcome, with the storytelling becoming repetitive and predictable.”

“This is a hilariously profane and sometimes gross comedy that balances out with well-written plots.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
UK
Netflix Standard with Ads
UK
Peacock Premium
US
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Peacock Premium Plus
US
StackTV Amazon Channel
CA
fuboTV
CA
Sky Go
UK
Global TV
CA
Now TV
UK
Why fans love it

The 2024 sitcom Ted functions as a prequel set in the 1990s, capturing a specific, unpolished version of a working-class Boston household. The series leans into the chaotic dynamic between a teenager and his sentient teddy bear. While the central hook involves a stuffed animal acting as a chronic bad influence, the humor relies on the juxtaposition of that cheerful, toy-like appearance against a backdrop of high school antics and recurring drug usage.

Seth MacFarlane provides the voice for the title character, acting as the catalyst for the family's frequent disruptions. The show maintains a distinct tone by balancing crude comedy with a narrative about the lengths an unconventional friend will go to for the people he lives with. It trades the typical constraints of a family sitcom for a sharper, more cynical perspective on suburban life in Massachusetts.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 75
Regulars 5
Longest run 16 eps
Max Burkholder
Max Burkholder
as John Bennett
15 episodes
Alanna Ubach
Alanna Ubach
as Susan Bennett
15 episodes
Scott Grimes
Scott Grimes
as Matty Bennett
15 episodes
Giorgia Whigham
Giorgia Whigham
as Blaire Bennett
15 episodes
Seth MacFarlane
Seth MacFarlane
as Ted (voice)
16 episodes
Penny Johnson Jerald
Penny Johnson Jerald
as Principal Bernard
3 episodes
Mike Henry
Mike Henry
as Bank Employee
1 episode
Charly Jordan
Charly Jordan
as Sheila Borgwort
3 episodes
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Marissa Shankar as Sarah 4 episodes Ian McKellen as Narrator (voice) 3 episodes Milan Anderson as Cupcake 1 episode Shannon Dee as Peaches 1 episode Claire Dellamar as Beef Stroganoff 1 episode Alexander G. Eckert as Kyle 1 episode Arthur Gazarian as James 1 episode Gail Goldberg as Gert Fechko 3 episodes Ara Hollyday as Andrew 6 episodes Don Lake as Bert 2 episodes John Viener as Dr. Frankel 1 episode Audrey Wasilewski as Muriel 1 episode Jack Seavor McDonald as Clive 2 episodes Chelsea Davison as Brenda 2 episodes Evan Hannemann as Sean 2 episodes Kelsey Peterjohn as Employee 1 episode Liz Richman as Polly 5 episodes Walker Satterwhite as Kid 1 episode Danny Smith as Anesthesiologist (voice) 1 episode Dustin Wayne as Mike 1 episode Jacob Zelonky as Derek 1 episode Dana Gould as Priest 2 episodes Marc Jablon as Restaurant Manager 1 episode JD Cullum as Lloyd 1 episode Chris Coppola as Video Store Clerk 1 episode Tom Costello as Coach 1 episode Jim Kane as Video Store Clerk 1 episode Connor Keene as Waiter (Kevin) 1 episode Julie Burrise as Porn Star Girl 1 episode Austin Nash Chase as Basketball Player (Hampton) 1 episode James Coker as Middle-Aged Guy 1 episode Preston García as Rusty 1 episode Harrison Harvey as Waiter (Brad) 1 episode Liam Manfredonia as Porn Star Guy 1 episode Paul Vato as Lonely-Looking Dude 1 episode Brendan Jennings as Ostrich Owner 1 episode Danny Jolles as Will 2 episodes Josh Stamberg as Professor Lucas Damon 1 episode Aiden Arnold as Scott Hamilton Kid 1 episode Reyna Calvillo as Paige 1 episode Damian Cecere as Irish Springs Announcer 1 episode Indiana Elle as Belle Kid 1 episode Cash Handal as Barney Kid 1 episode Dean Hermansen as Sixteen-Year-Old Boy 1 episode Mara Hernandez as College Girl #3 1 episode Courtney Lin as College Girl #2 1 episode Sarah Jane MacKay as Alana 1 episode Michael Mourra as Batman Kid 1 episode Romyn Smith as Hulk Kid 1 episode Kimberly Woods as College Girl #1 1 episode Erin Moore as Jessica 3 episodes Francesca Xuereb as Erin 3 episodes Ivar Brogger as Father Odell 1 episode Bobby Strom as Dennis (voice) 1 episode Donna Medine as Choir Member 1 episode Tracey Stephens as Church Goer 1 episode Jason Kravits as Mr. Maynard 1 episode Paul Schackman as Sandy 1 episode Charlotte Fountain-Jardim as Betheny Borgwort 1 episode Tim Russ as ER Doctor 2 episodes Rachael MacFarlane as Operator 2 episodes Jeff Bottoms as News Anchor 1 episode Steve Callaghan as Pharmacy Employee 1 episode A.J. Rafael as Deejay 1 episode Scott Michael Campbell as Bernie Bennett 1 episode Michael Gunning as Cameron 2 episodes Julius Sharpe as Phone Voice (American Airlines) (voice) 3 episodes
Production Board

Crew

Producer
John Jacobs
Script Supervisor
Tim Wrobel
Editor
Justin Ulrich Tony Orcena Bart Rachmil Tom Costantino
Key Costumer
Jennifer Ashley Connell
Executive Producer
Brad Walsh Paul Corrigan Seth MacFarlane
Creator
Seth MacFarlane
Director
Seth MacFarlane
Makeup Department Head
Kimberly Greene
Art Direction
Robert Strohmaier
Consulting Producer
Aaron Lee John Viener
Property Master
John Harrington
Camera Operator
Toby Tucker Bill Brummond Michael Ryan Sharp
Casting Associate
Alexis Winter
Key Makeup Artist
Kc Mussman
Set Designer
Rich Rohrer Daniel Saks
Best Boy Grip
Drew Abramson
Costume Design
Heather Pain
Set Decoration
Ellen Totleben
Supervising Producer
Chelsea Davison
Casting
Gail Goldberg
Co-Producer
Tom Costantino
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Keywords

high school prequel teenage boy teddy bear based on movie sitcom 1990s bad influence amused boston, massachusetts drug usage cheerful
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
January 11, 2024
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
727