RUNNING POINT: SEASON ONE
Starring: Kate Hudson, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Brenda Song, Chet Hanks, Toby Sandeman, Jay Ellis, Max Greenfield, and Justin Theroux
Creators: Elaine Ko, Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen
QUENTIN
Although not as good as Ted Lasso, Running Point delivers enough of the same funny heartfelt vibes to make for a worthy replacement to that modern classic. It can, admittedly, get a little too “Girlbossy” at times, but Kate Hudson is just so damn delightful that it’s never a cringy distraction, especially as she bounces off the excellent supporting cast. Some of the subplots are a little undercooked, but that’s to be expected with a workplace ensemble comedy. Fans of Lasso, basketball, and movies like Draft Day should definitely check it out. I only wish they had the rights to use real NBA teams.
NICK
With the sports connection, there's bound to be comparisons between Running Point and Ted Lasso, but there shouldn't be. The Kate Hudson-led basketball comedy is crasser, less wholesome, and disinterested in tackling serious issues in a meaningful manner. But that's just not the type of series this is. This is more of a classic sitcom, featuring the positive (laughs, boisterous characters) and the negative (predictability, framework episodes) aspects you'd expect. That said, it’s a breezy watch, and Hudson is great. In the world of prestige television, it’s nice to watch an easy sitcom, and Running Point certainly satisfies that itch.
