The Righteous Gemstones
dir. Danny McBride
80
5 sourcesSynopsis
The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.
What resonated with audiences
'The Righteous Gemstones' offers clever writing, dark humor, and sharp satire of televangelism, with standout performances from Danny McBride, John Goodman, and Edi Patterson. However, some find it overly reliant on crude humor and sexual content, which detracts from its depth. Critics note inconsistencies in plot development and character arcs, with varying season quality. Despite these issues, many appreciate its unique comedy-drama blend, making it notable in the TV landscape.
Created byDanny McBride
StarringDanny McBride, Adam Devine, Edi Patterson, John Goodman, Cassidy Freeman, Tony Cavalero, Tim Baltz, Skyler Gisondo, Walton Goggins, Gregory Alan Williams
The Righteous Gemstones
2019 · 4 Seasons · Ended
Comedy, Drama
The story of a world-famous televangelist family with a history of deviance, greed and, yes, charitable work, all in the name of Jesus.
Our Verdict
80
What resonated with audiences
'The Righteous Gemstones' offers clever writing, dark humor, and sharp satire of televangelism, with standout performances from Danny McBride, John Goodman, and Edi Patterson. However, some find it overly reliant on crude humor and sexual content, which detracts from its depth. Critics note inconsistencies in plot development and character arcs, with varying season quality. Despite these issues, many appreciate its unique comedy-drama blend, making it notable in the TV landscape.
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