136 reviews
Can't believe all the bad reviews!
This is such a silly show. The awkwardness really cracks me up. If you liked Napoleon Dynamite and all that weirdness, you'd probably like this show too.
- mindiblake
- Nov 13, 2018
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A show about a brat can only go so far
A funny show a bit too lost in its own social commentary
- mistersanders-02485
- Oct 14, 2016
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100% disgusting
A cringe fest every minute you watch. Avoid at all costs
Haters Back Off!
A show that makes you hate the characters is a show that makes you hate the show
- dougevansftw
- Oct 20, 2016
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On Episode 6... Can't Finish
Meant to wait longer before writing this review but I just had to do it right now instead. I had planned to watch the entire first season (I hear there will be a second and I can't can't can't can't can't believe it) first, but I couldn't possibly sit through one more single minute of this show.
I don't love or hate the YouTube videos but the idea of taking those short clips of a really annoying character and stretching it out to a half hour series is just brain numbingly awful. Who had that bright idea?
The sister is a decent actor and the uncle causes a couple laughs as does Angela from The Office fame (who is Miranda's mom).
The writing is painfully awful to sit through with the jokes incredibly unfunny and predictable. Anyone who does not see these jokes coming from a mile away must be blind and never experienced a single sitcom before. Boring, boring, boring.
The worst part of the show though is the lead character of Miranda. The people around her are all unbelievable (except the sister) and stupid but she is the worst one of all. The whiny voice and complete lack of singing talent are of course planned but just because you write something to be intentionally bad does not somehow make it good... it's still awful to sit through!
This is so bad I can't even tell for sure if this is supposed to be a comedy or a drama or a statement about modern YouTube "stars"... it is very sad that this person is making a lot of money by being a terrible actress who pretends to sing badly, standing out as the worst person in a cast of unlikable, uninteresting characters.
Netflix doesn't make too many bad mistakes but this is one of them. No season two please. Make something else instead.
I don't love or hate the YouTube videos but the idea of taking those short clips of a really annoying character and stretching it out to a half hour series is just brain numbingly awful. Who had that bright idea?
The sister is a decent actor and the uncle causes a couple laughs as does Angela from The Office fame (who is Miranda's mom).
The writing is painfully awful to sit through with the jokes incredibly unfunny and predictable. Anyone who does not see these jokes coming from a mile away must be blind and never experienced a single sitcom before. Boring, boring, boring.
The worst part of the show though is the lead character of Miranda. The people around her are all unbelievable (except the sister) and stupid but she is the worst one of all. The whiny voice and complete lack of singing talent are of course planned but just because you write something to be intentionally bad does not somehow make it good... it's still awful to sit through!
This is so bad I can't even tell for sure if this is supposed to be a comedy or a drama or a statement about modern YouTube "stars"... it is very sad that this person is making a lot of money by being a terrible actress who pretends to sing badly, standing out as the worst person in a cast of unlikable, uninteresting characters.
Netflix doesn't make too many bad mistakes but this is one of them. No season two please. Make something else instead.
- alyssaabernaughty
- Jul 23, 2017
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Nothing like I was expecting!
Being a fan of her YouTube channel, I was looking forward to watching "Haters Back Off." Since the character itself is a parody, I was expecting a really cheesy comedy. The humor and family dynamic strongly reminds me of Napoleon Dynamite, giving off that same sense of awkwardness and struggle to be noticed and accepted by others. As the series progresses, it transforms into a dramatic comedy, creating much more depth with each character's personal struggles. There were many times where I found myself laughing only to be tearing up minutes later, because there is a realness to the show that has never been offered through Miranda's actual YouTube channel. I can understand that some fans may not have enjoyed the show as much as her channel, because Miranda's character is portrayed a bit differently. Even though she may come across more selfish or clueless with her actions, I think in order for this show to have worked Colleen needed to portray her in a more realistic way. Miranda has always been extremely confident of herself, and this is the first time we get to see how her behavior affects the few loved ones she has. I really enjoyed the realness that this show brought. Great job with the casting also, all of the actors did a really phenomenal job. I hope to hear about a Season 2 in the works someday, I would love to see how the story continues! Would highly recommend!!
- ledzeppelino
- Oct 25, 2016
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Awful
Not funny for a comedy, just plain not good if it's a drama. The lead character is incredibly annoying and I get they're trying to play it off as "no we're being annoying on purpose to be funny" but it just doesn't work, it's just an annoying and unlikable and unfunny person. The other actors are mostly terrible as well. The writing and jokes are terrible. Nothing worth watching and I saw the entire first season. I guess apparently there's a season two? Hopefully it is better but I will not be watching. Awful!
- RoboGarrett
- Jun 18, 2018
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Haters what's the problem??
After reading the user reviews I didn't hold much hope for this but I must say I was pleasantly surprised, some really funny stuff some not so funny stuff but all in all I enjoyed it. I feel as though it has a somewhat of a Napoleon Dynamite feel to it....though let me add I'm not saying it is on that level but I see some similarities. I'd gives a comedic look at youths today who crave social media attention and how the rest of society makes you aware very quickly how they feel about you. It tries to send a strong message with the comedy aspect, if you want something not to taxing and an easy to watch I'd give it a thumbs up just don't expect to see the greatest thing ever but it will make you giggle.
Don't waste your time
Absolutely horrible. I would rather watch turds dry.
- jessy_williamson
- Jul 17, 2018
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A Misunderstood Comedy
- leeabbeyangelique
- Oct 14, 2016
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The mockumentary orgins of MirandaSings.
A mocukentary of the orgins of Miranda sings, the alter ego of youtuber College Balanger a sureal parody of the hubris that embodies the overly serious youtube stars... Balenger created Miranda from inspiration of her narcissistic college mates, and created a caricature of them.....
- kingcasey_iii
- Jul 28, 2020
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Haters Justified
This is the worst Netlfix show I have ever seen. Not only would I ask you to never waste a second of your time on it, but I also would like Netflix to remove it immediately.
It is the worst written and bland show I have ever seen. There is absolutely nothing in the show worth commenting on. This show seems to be trying to channel Napoleon Dynamite. If someone recorded random people doing Napoleon Dynamite impressions, it would actually be better than this script and the terrible actors.
The absolute worst part is the uncle. He sucks the life out of anything that might have been redeemable. Its interesting to note that the awkward uncle bit is stolen straight from Napoleon Dynamite, except that he should die in a gratuitously violent long lasting death so we could feel proper resolution after the torture of watching him.
My only wish is that you write a review and send this trash to the pits of review hell. This does not deserve anything more than a single star. This is the "fake news" of Netflix shows.
My only regret is that I gave it a chance and watched more than a single episode. My only wish is that I could remove it from my watch history and also my brain via lobotomy.
The fact that someone was paid to write this, and that someone still produced the show after reading the script, and that anyone involved was paid at all is so depressing that I'm probably going to call a suicide hotline once I finish this review. Please never let these people create anything ever again. It is unconscionable.
It is the worst written and bland show I have ever seen. There is absolutely nothing in the show worth commenting on. This show seems to be trying to channel Napoleon Dynamite. If someone recorded random people doing Napoleon Dynamite impressions, it would actually be better than this script and the terrible actors.
The absolute worst part is the uncle. He sucks the life out of anything that might have been redeemable. Its interesting to note that the awkward uncle bit is stolen straight from Napoleon Dynamite, except that he should die in a gratuitously violent long lasting death so we could feel proper resolution after the torture of watching him.
My only wish is that you write a review and send this trash to the pits of review hell. This does not deserve anything more than a single star. This is the "fake news" of Netflix shows.
My only regret is that I gave it a chance and watched more than a single episode. My only wish is that I could remove it from my watch history and also my brain via lobotomy.
The fact that someone was paid to write this, and that someone still produced the show after reading the script, and that anyone involved was paid at all is so depressing that I'm probably going to call a suicide hotline once I finish this review. Please never let these people create anything ever again. It is unconscionable.
- data_over_dogma
- Nov 30, 2017
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Obnoxious
Obnoxious, could barely stand 5 minutes of it. It is one thing to have an obnoxious annoying character in an ensemble but this has multiple intentionally annoying characters. The main character, Miranda, is so whiny that I can not accurately pin point what age she is meant to be playing. The premise had potential but it missed the mark completely.
It is so hilarious that all the reviews are haters
Brilliant meta-comedy if there is such a thing. Same people who hate Andy Kaufman.
- mayoppenheim
- Jul 28, 2018
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Not my thing, but very impressive for a Youtube show
(This review is based off the first episode of Season 1. If it gets better after that, I would not know)
When I first heard that Miranda Sings was picked up by Netflix, I was very surprised, especially since most people on Youtube went and made Youtube Red shows. So I was wondering what exactly made Haters Back Off different from the other shows based on Youtubers.
Haters Back Off is created by and stars Colleen Ballinger as her famous character Miranda Sings. I'm not a fan of her, but I do know that she's essentially a parody of those overly pretentious cover singer artists that Youtube is full of. Her gimmick is that she wears really bright red lipstick, and sings badly. This show, however, gives her character a little more depth, by adding a quirky dysfunctional family. There's the uncle who is just as crazy as Miranda, her mother who knows Miranda is crazy, but enables her behaviour, and her sane younger sister, who is just trying to live a normal life.
The comedy isn't really my thing, as the humour is based around Miranda being incredibly unlikeable and narcissistic as she pursues her dream of being a star. She is awful, but nobody wants to tell her that, so they let her do whatever she wants to do, with little to no repercussion. The fact that her (in universe) career isn't picking up is ignored by her and her uncle, as a sign that 'everyone else is wrong', hence the title of the show.
One thing this show has over other shows based off Youtubers is the production value. This legit looks like a show on par with many other Netflix Originals. It's something that Youtube Red originals haven't quite replicated, as their shows almost universally have that bland Reality TV look to them. Haters Back Off at the very least has a decent budget and crew behind it. The acting is also really good. Miranda is (debatably) the worst actor, but since she's playing an exaggerated character, that she has done well over and over again, perhaps I'm just reading into it too much. The other actors, who are undoubtedly professionals, play their (much more subtle) roles very well. No complaints there.
So if you're into the character of Miranda Sings, or are interested in a comedy show with a crazy protagonist, give this a shot. For myself, there are other shows I would rather watch.
When I first heard that Miranda Sings was picked up by Netflix, I was very surprised, especially since most people on Youtube went and made Youtube Red shows. So I was wondering what exactly made Haters Back Off different from the other shows based on Youtubers.
Haters Back Off is created by and stars Colleen Ballinger as her famous character Miranda Sings. I'm not a fan of her, but I do know that she's essentially a parody of those overly pretentious cover singer artists that Youtube is full of. Her gimmick is that she wears really bright red lipstick, and sings badly. This show, however, gives her character a little more depth, by adding a quirky dysfunctional family. There's the uncle who is just as crazy as Miranda, her mother who knows Miranda is crazy, but enables her behaviour, and her sane younger sister, who is just trying to live a normal life.
The comedy isn't really my thing, as the humour is based around Miranda being incredibly unlikeable and narcissistic as she pursues her dream of being a star. She is awful, but nobody wants to tell her that, so they let her do whatever she wants to do, with little to no repercussion. The fact that her (in universe) career isn't picking up is ignored by her and her uncle, as a sign that 'everyone else is wrong', hence the title of the show.
One thing this show has over other shows based off Youtubers is the production value. This legit looks like a show on par with many other Netflix Originals. It's something that Youtube Red originals haven't quite replicated, as their shows almost universally have that bland Reality TV look to them. Haters Back Off at the very least has a decent budget and crew behind it. The acting is also really good. Miranda is (debatably) the worst actor, but since she's playing an exaggerated character, that she has done well over and over again, perhaps I'm just reading into it too much. The other actors, who are undoubtedly professionals, play their (much more subtle) roles very well. No complaints there.
So if you're into the character of Miranda Sings, or are interested in a comedy show with a crazy protagonist, give this a shot. For myself, there are other shows I would rather watch.
- seige-hound
- Oct 16, 2016
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Over-hyped.
I've never really been a huge fan of MirandaSings or Colleen. Not because she's a bad person or anything, it's just that her stuff has never really been my cup of tea. When I heard about this show coming out on Netflix, I decided to look forward to this show with an open mind.
Sadly, I was a bit disappointed. You can only watch an annoying character be obnoxious before it actually starts to annoy you for so long, let alone eight 30-min episodes. Watching the way too dysfunctional and messed up family fall apart even more just makes it awkward and uncomfortable to watch. Basically, it feels like watching an annoying kid in your school yelling at and arguing with her parents in the school parking lot for too long. The only good things I can say is that Colleen did a pretty good job playing her part as Miranda (which is pretty much expected as she plays the role all the time). The writing was also better than expected. I guess the point I'm trying to get across is that it could've been worse, and thankfully it wasn't.
Also, who is the target demographic of this show? I know most of Miranda's fans are probably 12 year old girls or something, so the rating of TV-14 just cut off a lot of potential viewers. I don't know, maybe I'm just judging the situation wrong. Besides that, most of the audience for this show are probably already fans of Miranda, so they'll just mindlessly watch and "enjoy" this show just because of that fact that it's a show with Miranda as the main character, without thinking about what the actual content is.
Overall, this show is basically Zach Stone is Gonna Be Famous, except Zach has been replaced with a self-obsessed brat with a voice that gets old after a while with a creepy uncle. And minus the comedy. Didn't really know what I was expecting.
Sadly, I was a bit disappointed. You can only watch an annoying character be obnoxious before it actually starts to annoy you for so long, let alone eight 30-min episodes. Watching the way too dysfunctional and messed up family fall apart even more just makes it awkward and uncomfortable to watch. Basically, it feels like watching an annoying kid in your school yelling at and arguing with her parents in the school parking lot for too long. The only good things I can say is that Colleen did a pretty good job playing her part as Miranda (which is pretty much expected as she plays the role all the time). The writing was also better than expected. I guess the point I'm trying to get across is that it could've been worse, and thankfully it wasn't.
Also, who is the target demographic of this show? I know most of Miranda's fans are probably 12 year old girls or something, so the rating of TV-14 just cut off a lot of potential viewers. I don't know, maybe I'm just judging the situation wrong. Besides that, most of the audience for this show are probably already fans of Miranda, so they'll just mindlessly watch and "enjoy" this show just because of that fact that it's a show with Miranda as the main character, without thinking about what the actual content is.
Overall, this show is basically Zach Stone is Gonna Be Famous, except Zach has been replaced with a self-obsessed brat with a voice that gets old after a while with a creepy uncle. And minus the comedy. Didn't really know what I was expecting.
- midnightjammy
- Jan 14, 2017
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Fans Back Off...WAY Off
- brandonshedder
- Oct 17, 2016
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Colleen Ballinger has brought Miranda to TV in the most amazing way!
Miranda Sings has always made me laugh when watching her on YouTube. I have been waiting for this show since Colleen told us all about it on her channel.
It is great to finally see Miranda's family and their life before Miranda rose to fame. The comical elements each character has is outstandingly acted and almost every line they say is hilarious.
Although it does take at least the first episode to get into the show, it is 100% worth it afterwards.
The best way to describe this show is awkwardly-hilarious. If you enjoy a good laugh, then this show is a must-watch for you. It really is fun for all the family.
It is great to finally see Miranda's family and their life before Miranda rose to fame. The comical elements each character has is outstandingly acted and almost every line they say is hilarious.
Although it does take at least the first episode to get into the show, it is 100% worth it afterwards.
The best way to describe this show is awkwardly-hilarious. If you enjoy a good laugh, then this show is a must-watch for you. It really is fun for all the family.
- youngmoneyinformation
- Oct 13, 2016
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I knew the reviews would be like this on here lol
If you click on a series like this obviously you are looking for something silly and something that will make you laugh. If you didn't click on this expecting something else this is exactly the show you're looking for.
I honestly didn't think it was going to be as good as it was, it had me giggling and had some great life lessons. If you're looking for something you don't have to take serious give this a try. I had to write this with all the crazy low reviews.
I honestly didn't think it was going to be as good as it was, it had me giggling and had some great life lessons. If you're looking for something you don't have to take serious give this a try. I had to write this with all the crazy low reviews.
Its SOOO BADDD
Dont watch it if u value your time
It's so boring and has no story
- rajveerwariah
- Aug 8, 2020
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Best Show
Good if you don't take TV too seriously!
By no means is this ever going to be listed up there with the best, but I think too many reviews here are from the wrong kind of people! Of course this isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea, but the beauty of it is - it's not trying to be. I thing Coleen Ballinger does a fantastic job of portraying a completely talentless performer, but I truly believe the stand-out performance is from Steve Little as Uncle Jim.
- gillteward
- Nov 29, 2017
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What's this generation coming to?
This is unfunny, trite, crude and off putting. I can't stand this sort of non-comedy and it diminishes us as a society.
- dougwbeard
- Jan 22, 2018
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