Starstruck

The whole will they or won't they get together storyline gets old pretty quick, I found it all rather frustrating, didn't warm to the characters and most disappointingly, I didn't find it very funny.

It's very well made however with solid performances and a great soundtrack.

I'm not sure what it is about shows like this where everything revolves around the actress and they are also involved in the production, but I'm liking them a lot.

Basically the main actress is front and center the entire time which takes a lot of guts. On top of that they are involved with the writing and production of the show as well. So hats off.

The Flight Attendant and Russian Doll were similar and also totally worth your time.

Can't wait for season 2 of Starstruck and of course more Rose. Also a shout out to Emma and her character, so much fun!

This turned out really well. The leads are charismatic and particularly the leading lady, Jessie, played by Rose is a hoot. Captures the confusion of dawning love all too well. Nikesh is a low key but an appropriate foil.

The supporting cast is great and nail their parts.

Must watch.

Fantastic synergy between the characters, a simple but cute story line, not too much drama but just enough, just what I needed to see at the moment. Beautiful series and can't wait for season 2!

EDITED REVIEW - Originally given an 8 for Seasons 1&2 combined, down to a 5 when you include Season 3 (which is terrible).

There was a danger the show was going nowhere - and Season 3 has just proved it. Silly situations that force a retread of the same old ground, an unconvincing "new" romantic interest, the ongoing weakness of the supporting cast, and a very downtempo atmosphere makes it a hard watch.

When you find yourself booing Nikesh Patel's character when he appears on screen, you realise the charm of the first season is long gone.

Please do not make any more.

ORIGINAL REVIEW BELOW: Season 1 is fantastic - brilliantly written, with a great performance by Rose Matafeo and many of the supporting cast, especially her flatmate Kate (Emma Sidi). Brave enough to explore the vulnerability and mis-steps that we've all made in relationships, with plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments.

Season 2 suffers from a lack of a clear dramatic arc. More supporting characters are introduced (which was necessary to broaden the scope of the show), but generally speaking they don't add much to the story, or are quite unconvincing. Still has a good share of laughs, but the relationship between the two leads is less engaging.

I would like to see a third season. But I'd also like the writing team to be a bit clearer about the direction they want the show to take.