The End of the F***ing World

When I started watching the series, I had no idea what I was getting into. I didn't read the synopsis or the ratings and reviews, so after a couple of Alyssa's lines, I realized my expectations were way off, but I quickly adapted to it. I immensely enjoyed the main characters/antiheroes. The creators managed to keep the story going, and my favorite English humor wasn’t in short supply. I binge-watched all the episodes in three hours, and I wasn’t bored for a single moment. On the contrary, I had a great time and I would like more such series. // After watching the second season, I’m slightly less thrilled, but I still had fun. (2018-03-16)

The quality of the individual episodes of the first season ranged from very good to excellent. Both the protagonists had personality traits that were just my taste, and the actors playing them were well chosen. The creators offered a great mixture of action, drama and road movie, plus, the whole season was packed with dry English humor, I couldn’t not have fun. (2020-01-28)

It took me a while to realize what the series would be about, but then I completely "got into" the plot. Both main characters are the exact opposite of awful "goody-goodies" and perfect "cool" types, whom I don't trust even the nose between their eyes, so I immediately liked them. (2018-03-16)

In the second episode, the creators continued their well-started work, the main characters can certainly be annoying to some viewers, but I find them extremely likable and really enjoy them. I also enjoy how Alyssa makes all the decisions and how well James functions when he is properly directed. (2018-03-16)

I enjoyed the previous episodes, but the third one was great. The twenty-minute excellent work with the characters' psyche, James' internal conflict of being a psychopath-romantic-killer was amazing and Alyssa's internal monologue in response to the ongoing events was flawless. And that raw action at the end... (2018-03-16)

I rated the fourth episode with five stars because I enjoyed the plot despite the absence of similar action scenes that occurred in the previous episode. James hid a huge potential within himself; not only did he turn out to be a great cook, but he also showcased his hairdressing skills now. (2018-03-16)

Compared to the previous two episodes, the fifth episode was slightly weaker, but I was still very satisfied. I liked how the creators managed to move the story forward in just twenty minutes and also give the main characters more depth. I'm starting to regret that I never got my hands on the comic book source. (2018-03-16)

I would rate the sixth episode with four stars because the creators did not slack off in terms of quality again, but I had to add an extra point for the gas station robbery. I had a great time watching it, English humor just suits me, and there was plenty of it here, even though there was no screaming and banging on cymbals. (2018-03-16)

The panopticon of local characters was complemented by Alyssa's quirky father in the seventh episode, and the mood was changing like on a rollercoaster. It was already very evident that the situation was slowly becoming completely unmanageable and that the story would conclude with the next episode. I can only say that I had a good time once again. (2018-03-16)

I somewhat expected a similar ending, but I was definitely not disappointed. I enjoyed the conversations in the mobile home, but the ending of the series brought me the greatest satisfaction. I'm glad the creators were able to avoid any kind of happy ending, that would have been a cold shower. (2018-03-16)

The second season was definitely not as good as the first one. I didn’t really think much of Bonnie's storyline or the actress playing her. I also couldn't shake the feeling that James and Alyssa had gotten twenty years older in two years, and at times I felt that the creators should have focused more on the plot itself than on the multicultural cast (but those quotas have to be fulfilled). Despite that, I received a proper dose of cynicism and humor as dry as the inside of a gypsy bathtub. (2020-01-28)

I'm giving a cautious four-star rating. My reservation mainly stems from my negative feelings toward the character Bonnie. It felt like someone was once again pushing for diversity checkboxes. 4*- (2020-01-28)

With Alyssa and James back in action, the storyline's gotten a fresh kick with plenty of laughs. (2020-01-28)

It's not quite the same ride as the first season, but I still gave it a solid five stars. Why? Because Alyssa and James never fail to entertain me. Their banter and inner musings are spot-on. James' first attempt to drive through the gate was hilarious. I'm hoping for more of the same vibe moving forward. (2020-01-28)

I've noticed a pattern: whenever the spotlight shifts to Bonnie, my satisfaction takes a dip. It's not that the events at the motel were uninteresting — they definitely weren't — but for me, James and Alyssa are the heart and soul of this series, and that's what it's all about. (2020-01-28)

Despite Alyssa's best efforts, this episode stands out as the weakest of the series. Bonnie's storyline didn't capture my interest, and I sorely missed the magic of the first season with its proper dose of cynicism and dry humor. (2020-01-28)

Like the previous episode, I wasn't overly thrilled with the plot but I found it slightly more enjoyable. The increased focus on both main characters post-breakup certainly played a role in that. 4*- (2020-01-28)

Aside from Naomi Ackie's less-than-stellar performance as Bonnie, I don't have any negative comments about the seventh episode. On the contrary, I was pleasantly surprised. It was a great episode. (2020-01-28)

Not having Bonnie around was a big win in my book. It gave both main characters room to shine. I particularly enjoyed seeing the culprits return to the crime scene and the scattering of the father's ashes. 5*- (2020-01-28)