Your Friends & Neighbors
Your Friends & Neighbors
7.778%81%
Andrew "Coop" Cooper is coming to terms with his divorce. He's also a hedge fund manager who's recently been fired in disgrace from his job. So to maintain his lifestyle, Coop resorts to stealing from the homes of his neighbors in the exceedingly affluent Westmont Village; only to discover that the secrets and affairs hidden behind those wealthy facades, might be more dangerous than he ever imagined.
Nishant Arora reviewedJune 5, 2025
A sharp, cynical, and delightfully watchable series, *Your Friends & Neighbors* is a slick thriller that skewers the lives of the ultra-wealthy. Anchored by a magnetic lead performance, the show turns a mid-life crisis into a high-stakes crime drama full of dark humor.
The Good: Jon Hamm is perfectly cast as Coop, a disgraced hedge fund manager who turns to robbing his neighbors. He flawlessly captures the character's wit, desperation, and charm, making a flawed man incredibly compelling. The supporting cast, especially Amanda Peet and Olivia Munn, is outstanding, adding depth and complexity to this world of hollowed-out privilege. The writing is witty, the pacing is addictive, and the central crime spree provides a thrilling engine for the drama.
The Bad: While entertaining, the show's satire can feel a bit shallow, occasionally pointing out the absurdities of the rich without offering much deeper commentary. The central premise, while strong, relies on a significant suspension of disbelief regarding the ease of the heists. At times, the tone can be inconsistent, struggling to balance its dark comedy with moments of sincere family drama, and the plot occasionally meanders in the middle episodes.
A perfect binge-watch, *Your Friends & Neighbors* is a clever and stylish series that succeeds thanks to its stellar cast, even if its social commentary doesn't always hit the mark.