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I just want to stand up for this show everyone is dumping on. It is not suppose to be a realistic view on life in a boarding school. It's suppose to be fun, and for the most part it delivers the goods. I think the leading lady is rock solid in her role. She's not always perfect, like when she stood up for Dustin against a bully and also when she tried to baby him, sure life in the school is unrealistic, but that is the case for most, if not all? situation comedies of this sort. Examples, High School Musical 1 and two, Hannah Montana ex cetera, so just strap yourself in and enjoy the ride. The last of shows seem to have a lack of focus. The producers seem to be stepping away from the comedy and focusing more on serious stuff. The Haunting of pca by the ghost was very weird like the concept wasn't entirely thought through, if want more drama in the show the characters have to be deeper.

Every time I watch Zoey 101, I find myself more interested in the subplots than the main plot. Why? Because the subplots are more about the other characters on the show, rather than the queen bee Zoey (Jamie-Lynn). Let's face it- Miss Spears cannot act. The only reason that she is the lead is because of her celebrity connections, not her acting ability. It's really a shame because some of the more supporting characters on the show are my favorites. For example, the characters of Quinn and Logan are very much underused, and it's a shame. Therefore, I would've given this show a three if it weren't for the great supporting cast that are just waiting in Ms.Spears' shadow.

As somebody who grew up on Pete and Pete, Clarissa, Salute Your Shorts, and all the other classic Nick shows, I hold a fond place in my heart for Nickelodeon. But that place has, generally, been reserved for anything before All That appeared. In my (not-so) humble opinion, that's the moment at which the network started to go downhill.

Okay, so Zoey 101 isn't exactly on a level with Pete and Pete. It's got elements of The O.C. in that it's based on upper-class lifestyles. But I'm not going to discriminate against it based on that. Any given show is going to be about a very small slice of society. This one just happens to be an upscale slice.

It's a decent show. It's shot well, so it's visually entertaining -- something I can't say for most Disney and Nick shows. And, though it's classic preteen content, it's spun in a way that stops me from vomiting, as I do watching most other crap being peddled on children these days.

That's saying something. I'm 19 and I can tolerate this show. That's near-glowing praise.

this is a nice show to watch if you have spare time. it's about a girl (zoey) who goes to a boarding school and deals with problems that teens/preteens are dealing with today. the storyline is fairly well-written.

sometimes the acting could be improved, but overall the actors portray their problems well and have realistic solutions.

it's very age-appropriate and like i said, nice. there are some cute moments, but to counter that, some times it feels as though the plot is going nowhere.

the scenery is beautiful at the boarding school, and it's very charming.

overall, this show is good and i recommend it if you are alone with spare time.

This show, just like Drake and Josh, iCarly, Victorious, etc.. was its prime.

This show showed friendship and it was a new way of viewing comedy for kids. It also showed us how unlikely friends can become friends and even more than friends (Logan and Quinn). It gave us a glance of a new way of comedy and especially for Nickelodeon, I get why people hated it. It was unrealistic. Yeah I'll agree with that. But shows like this aren't meant to be realistic. It's the message within the show. And the message was no matter what you look like, whether you're a nerd like Quinn, or a well known person around campus like Zoey, they're all treated the same. Even though they can bag on each other from time to time, they always come around and make things better by apologizing and realizing their mistakes and what they've done.

Acting for this time wasn't so bad. I'm reading comments from 2005- 2010 and I'm thinking to myself "You have no idea whats next for television if you didn't like this". Because after Drake and Josh and iCarly, TV went straight downhill. All those Nickelodeon shows and even Disney shows are TRASH. Should have enjoyed what you had until it was gone. Guess people didn't know.

Comparing the writing 10 years ago compared to now, would you rather prefer the story lines of today kids shows? I'll wait. Compare the story lines from 10 years ago and today. Yeah, you'd rather have Zoey 101. It's an obvious choice. I think people back then expected a lot back then from All That and those other early 2000's shows and I don't blame them. I think Dan Schneider did a great job with this show and was amazing overall.

"They all have computers, they have flat screen TV's!" It's not a realistic fking show. Stop acting like it should be. It's a kids show.

The message is clear and and I can't believe so many people didn't like it. I had to come on here to realize how many people really didn't like it. I used to think everyone loved it. This would have to be one of my top 3 shows ever.

I thought that this show was going to be a fashion and girly show, but i have to admit, it wasn't that girly at all. I found it really good, i watch it and i like all episodes, awesome show.I love it more than i liked Lizzie M. but that was sort of a fashion program, and thats not my style. I'm a tomboy kind of person, so thats why i like this show. My favorite was Dana. She was really tough and athletic and funny. Season one was good, and season 2 was alright. Season 2 was a bit unrealistic. BUt still pretty enjoyable, i just don't like Lola Martinez.

It is a good show so i continue to watch it when it comes on. Its awesome and really funny.

I give it 6/10 for being a good show on T.V. Great.

Everybody is basically bashing this show for the same reason. The show is not supposed to be realistic! If you want a 'realistic' show then make one yourself, because even reality shows are scripted. In reality we work, go to school and do stupid things, or watch Netflix all day. Do you really want to watch a show like that? They made it unrealistic because that's what kids and teens like and that's what makes the show exciting. Who cares if you don't like the show? The show is actually really popular so your opinion doesn't matter, people are still gonna watch the show regardless.. I know I do. Sure, zoey 101 gives us high expectations and all but then again, it's a show. it's made up. You all want realistic but what's the point of 'acting'if it's realistic? Acting is supposed to be fun, not boring. The show is awesome.

It makes you laugh and weep. Zoey has many friends and enemies in PCA and the encounters she experiences are a real laugh. A good TV show with a great actress. Jamie-Lynn Spears has definitely got what it takes in this show. I think that the show is 7 out of 10 because it's a great comedy TV show but the romance between the stars of the show can really make you weep. The characters of Zoey 101 have very different personalities which makes the show better and see each character's side and point of view. The writer of the show is very talented!!! The show is great and there are lots of twists in the show. At any point you don't know what to expect!

I don't care whatever anyone else says I think it is a brilliant show. Yeah the whole Zoey and Chase thing is a bit predictable sometimes but if you really think about it if it was that predictable then they would be going out right now. I think the theme tune is fab. Yeah Jamie- Lynn may have only got the part cos of her big sis but you do you really think that nick would only pick her cos of that she must of had some acting talent (which i think she does have) to stick out from the rest of the girls auditioning. I don't know if she sung the theme tune but if she did give her some credit cos i think it is well good. I'm trying to find out where i can get the piano music for it so if anyone know's then please comment me. If you don't agree with me then sorry but i personally think she is a great actress.

I truly enjoyed watching series. The cast selection was great enough. In my opinion, this was the pivotal beginning of teenage series. This series reveals to viewers and fans the true nature of a teenager's life. Viewers and fans could learn something by watching this series. These kind of series really captivate everything about being a teenager. I watched this series for the first time when I was in my late twenties and I thought that it was a real fun series to enjoy. This series revealed to me the many things and the directions that I could have taken my life. The cast members do a great job staying connected to their respective characters and to the whole storyline of this series. Viewers would learn a lot by watching this series.

I have tried to like this show, I really have, but I can't find a reason why anyone would like it. The story lines are weak, the acting is weak and unbelievable. Every cast member seems to have been picked up off the street at random. And it seems to me that the whole show is just a vehicle for Jamie Lynn Spears to be able to move on to movies. Every episode shows Zoey as the girl that every girl wants to be her best friend and that every boy wants to date. She's always perfect and no one is like that in real life. How can people relate to a character that is just a Barbie doll? Jamie Lynn's acting is fair but she is not a strong enough actress to have the lead role in a series. All the show's fans are just young girls who don't know any better. I'm sorry if you think my comments are too harsh but if you can find a meaningful and deep moment in this series that isn't quickly directed to a beach party - please accept my opinions and find something worthwhile to watch.

Lovedddd this show! Wish it can come back really really soon.

I used to be a complete Disney Channel freak. But then, when show's like Drake & Josh, Spongebob and things popped into my head, Disney went bye-bye. Nickelodeon has gained a lot of popularity. When I watched Zoey 101, it was a good show. It's not a amazing show, but it's good. Characters like Michael, Logan, Chase, and Quinn are funny. The others, not so much. It's a good kids show, although sometimes it can get borderline annoying. Season 1 and Season 2 are the best, the funniest seasons. i recommend this show if there's nothing really exciting on TV, you're kinda tired. It's enjoyable. Watch it when it's the right time.

"ZOEY 101," in my opinion, is an excellent Nickelodeon show. I watch it with my 9-year-old nephew from time to time. I always smile and laugh whenever a mishap occurs. I would have to say that the funniest ones are everything that happens one time when Zoey (Jamie Lynn Spears) has some friends over at her house. If you ask me, she always know just what to say and do to make the audience laugh. The writing is always strong, the performances are always good, and everything else about the show is good. Before I wrap this up, I'd like to say that if you don't have basic cable, you should get it. Now, in conclusion, I hope this will be on Nickelodeon for many years yet.