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The story was good up until the last two episodes which ruined the entire storyline for me. The first eight episodes were good and ended with a twist that had me wanting to see where the main story was headed. Once I saw the main twist and where things fell into place, I actually laughed out loud and almost turned off the TV before the episode ended.

I know the series is based off a book, so they had to follow the same storyline. This could have been so much better with a different ending. The author should have went a different route on what was causing all the mystery and suspense. If the show is renewed for a second season, I will definitely not watch it.

I have to be honest and say that the first episode did not really blow me over. I am one of those people who want to know in what direction a series is going, before investing time in what in the end could turn out to be a disappointment. And "The Other Black Girl" is one of those series that you cannot judge by just one episode (as compared to more mainstream series).

But I'm so glad a continued watching and saw the multi-layers of this cross between "The Devil wears Prada", "Get Out" and "Rosemary's Baby".

A wonderful series, great acting, many twists and a thoughtful social commentary without trying to push it in your face.

Now I want to read the book that the series is based on. The acting and writing are great, and the twists and turns between the two main characters, Nella and Hazel, are excellent and will keep you guessing from episode to episode.

I don't usually binge watch, but the end of every episode was filled with such a cliff hanger that I felt compelled to watch the next episode. It even made me put down my knitting!

Hulu has produced some great original movies and series. I would encourage folks who are into suspense and drama to give this a try.

My only complaint is that the chemistry between Nella and her BF seem forced, if not non-existent, and also, her best friend is a little extreme. Both took me out of the "willing suspension of disbelief," but the show was otherwise worth my time.

Just binge watched all 10 episodes and WOW! I'm hooked! Suspenseful, thrilling, funny, and sooooo many twists. Kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I kept saying ok, just one more episode and then I'm going to bed. But of course I ended up watching the entire season in one sitting. It was so freaking good! Last episode was such a cliffhanger so now I know there will definitely be a season 2 and I cannot freaking wait. Y'all, Seriously this is the best show I've watched in years. Please go watch it now. I promise you won't regret it. I have never left a review on here and had to create an account just to leave this review lol.

I only intended to watch the first episode, but I couldn't stop. I *had* to find out what happened, and I wasn't disappointed, even though I stayed up way too late to finish it.

It's a tribute to the actors that they were able to show the increasing layers of their characters as the story went on and became more complex. Multiple sides of many issues emerged, and one important lesson I took away from The Other Black Girl is that there are no easy or simple answers to problems. It left me wanting more, and it seems that there is more to this story than one season revealed. So, let me just say: bring it on!

This is one of the more enjoyable new programs on Hulu (Sept. 2023). All of the lead roles are wonderfully portrayed. I look forward to Season 2, where we will likely get a back story on Nella's character. I especially like the interpretation from these lead actors: Sinclair Daniels (Nella), Ashleigh Murray (Hazel), Garcelle Beauvais (Diana), and Brittany Adebumola (hilarious as Malaika). Sadly, I feel that Hunter Parrish as Owen (Nella's beau) has been miscast. I get no genuine chemistry between them, and he appears awkward in most scenes.

The plot and stylistic approach seem to be a mashup of "Stranger Things" and "Get Out". There are also some cartoony vibes and dark humor. Although I've not read the book, it seems like it might be influenced by Octavia Butler (Black SciFi female writer who is well respected). Overall, this show doesn't take itself too seriously, and this is a positive. There are themes explored which reflect an interesting perspective on Black culture. That said, the sequencing of the writing became disjointed, and resulted in some tension being deflated. Specifically, the writers chose to reveal key info in Episode 8, and I think they would have done better to reveal more subtle hints as early as Episode 4.

This series is riveting and spot on to the journey of many black women rising within our respective careers. To witness the experiences that so many black women live etched out on screen in a way that beautifully personifies the pain, the challenges, and the hope that many of us work to balance on a daily basis is an invigorating journey. You will be coaxed to laugh, pushed to cry, and inspired to ponder the question of what such a powerful and beautiful race of people can accomplish if we could let go of the pervasive pain of slavery's haunting past. Well done, Miss Harris. Season 2...#UpNext please...

As a person that has not read the book before watching the show, I didn't feel as I was missing any information. The way the story is told, keeps the mystery and the watcher is able to feel as confused as the protagonist. I enjoyed it and I'm excited to watch the next season. The world needs more stories like this that represents the issues and typical work situations that black people experience in mostly white work environments, which makes the story relatable to our day to day and offers a point of view for white people that it's not seen often in media but that it's much needed for everyone. Of course adding the mystery/magical pieces makes it very interesting and unique. Loved it!

The book was intriguing I read it last year and the series is just as good as the book. It makes me wonder if the author wrote the adaptation. I like the changes made for the series because it surprised me. This is the only adaptation of a book I've ever watched that I thought was just as good as the book, usually I'm disappointed.

I'm not done watching yet and I can't wait to see what Nella gets herself into next and what her nemesis's do as well. This series is suspenseful, intriguing and heart wrenching to watch you feel like your right their in it with Nella, her best friend and boyfriend plotting.

I'll keep it real. During the first 10 or so minutes of the pilot, I wasn't really feeling this show. It felt too cliché in all the horror elements that Stranger Things did 10x better.

But then I kept watching. And I. Couldn't. Stop. I'm truly blown away by the originality of these writers to construct episodes and plots I have yet to see in TV. If the comparison does justice, it's like Get Out mixed with a little bit of Us. I laughed. I cried. I mmmhmm'd. It's an unapologetic show that gracefully covers race relations without being over-direct about it.

My only complaint is toward the end, in which the plot twists came at the cost of some logically unsound events. Had these latter story elements been as pristine as the surprises, I might've leaned toward a 10. The acting of the main characters are perfect; some of the lesser seen characters felt a little kiddish. I also felt like the backstory we got of (you know who) felt unfinished and rushed. You can't possibly do a backstory justice in just one episode and a few cheesy flashbacks.

Overall amazing. Will definitely watch it again once I start to forget the plot a little. Truly worth (most) every minute.

Disappointed this has been cancelled I thought it was a pretty good physcological thriller.

The "slight" horror aspect in the trailer is what drew me in. It ended up not really going that way too much but it was still a small part of the show I liked. The score & the lighting was part of that as well.

Great acting & casting. Everyone except Eric McCormack & Bellamy Young were new to me but they all nailed it especially the main 2 ladies. Was suspicious of "Hazel" right away.

Wanted to see "Nella & Co." win but the disappointing ending makes it impossible to know what actually happens.

Nella, Malaika, & Owen have a goofy Scooby-Doo crew thing going on lol.

Everyone needs a friend like Malaika lol her strong personality got on my nerves at first but her loyalty to Nella grew on me.

Some small funny parts. Poor Sophie lol.

Did not like where the ending seemed to be leading & it seems like there was supposed to be a 2nd season so it's just left too open.

Will probably go read the book now.

The US is getting way ahead of the rest of the world,and not just in this series, but also in highly acclaimed series like Damages or Perpeption, in portraying humans as copies of copies. Stereotypical, superficial, hypocritical, shallow, bland, stale etc.

This show starts off the same way. The acting is oke (for US standards that is - which means you can sometimes believe they not acting, while with real actors u never think they are acting, right?). The shallowness is mind numbing, equality shouldn't be about everybody getting equally shallow I would hope. Feminisme of antiracism should be out freeing people to strat to really do what they want to do, instead of coping what the white guys and bourgeois white women think what it means to be successful. It's all so utterly boring... However the show is funny sometimes, shows there is no black community or sisterhood (as anyone with a brain could already know), the rest is well... predictable... It's not bad, so 5 stars for the effort... gonna watch something good now, something European... with real people in it in stead of these caricatures...

I really enjoyed the show. Iykyk, literally is each and every episode. I can relate to a lot of the aspects and personalities within the show. Please watch. I binged watch. Loved the transparency. Excited to see where things will head on the next season. Glad to see the novel turned into a series. At times hilarious. Stayed up watching each episode, trying not to wake my family up. Yes it is that good. Watch, Enjoy, Laugh. No matter your background , I believe we all can find something to laugh and relate to with this one. Corporate America can be hilarious as a whole with their policies and practices.

Great show! I hope to see more! I was entertained each and every episode. Music used was great especially after the last episode. I want more! The actors were great it really reminded me of those that "make it" and those that decided to "keep it real" it shows a balance of what one would do in real life. The whit characters maybe really "friends" while the ones that look like you are really not. I have never been one to follow those that say " we gotta look out for each other" never really trusted it. This show proves my point. Cannot trust anyone even if they look like you. Everyone has a price. No one is above the money making limit.

OMG! OMG! OMG! Definitely glad I found this, and I am most definitely here for it!!!! I see where more show are coming out of this nature , and what they are meant to depict, and I was trying to see where the storyline was going and what the ultimate message is meant to depict, and that most definitely happened. I need season 2 as soon as possible!! You definitely can make this an ongoing show and add on to this. Keep it going with different storylines after season two. For example how they set up AHS, Power, Why Women Kill, and so forth. It will definitely keep viewers and ratings. Again too excited that I found this show.

Very entertaining, and there was a lot of suspense. Every character was different, many layers. Actress 'Hazel' - great actress, deserve roles in theatres in blockbusters. I liked every other role too, hovewer white males was... kinda boring and not there. I liked the plot and I am glad we have an ending without cliffanger. My only regret - episodes are to short. I prefer 5x 50 minutes instead 10 x 20 minutes.

Show is fresh, original. I reccomend it to everybody. Taking 2 stars for episodes length and nose rings - I dont like to watch them on anybody. But earrings was so beautiful, every women had amazing earings. Costumes was also good.

This came up as a recommendation. I just couldn't stop watching episode after episode. It is absolutely brilliant and addictive to watch. I binge watched the whole season.

There were some actors that I've never seen before and they are brilliant in this. It's very cleverly written and acted.

If you like something different, slightly dark but still easy to follow and enjoy, then this is one you should make yourself comfortable for and get watching.

No spoilers, but you will just thoroughly enjoy all the little twists and turns in the storyline. So good and I hope there will be another season soon.

This series had my mind running. I could relate to all the characters. I have wanted to so badly to accomplish great things in a predominantly white corporate America. I have overworked, set extremely high expectations, been the go to person, trained others, only to be passed over and left to wonder why. I wanted to be in leadership so I could take others like me with me. I have looked at another like me and thought why are they kissing ass, are they trying to make me look bad. I have been the positive person while others like me give me side add as saying look at the Aunt Sarah (if I was a man it would've been Uncle Tom). I have manipulated others to get what I want. And then I have wanted to just get out, be free, and do my own thing happily. So this show is one I cannot stop watching and I hope there are so many more episodes to come. I keep going back and forth, would I have .......?

Bummed to see how the season just ends the way that it does. Please, Hulu, renew for another season. Don't leave us hanging. The Other Black Girl is a binge-watch-able show that makes you think. Very cleverly done. The themes are in your face but subtle and below the surface at the same time. I know that doesn't make much sense but it's the only way to describe what I'm thinking.

The one thing that bothers me though is that I don't believe Eric McCormick is the right fit for Wagner. He's a great actor and he's still very handsome but his energy isn't right for this role. Also, I know that she is a side character but Malaika elevates the series. She's enjoyable to watch.