How Two Characters Saved Parks And Recreation From Cancelation

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Ай бұрын

After it's first season, Parks and Recreation wasn't off to the best start. It was panned for it's similarities to The Office, and overall didn't live up to the hype of it's predecessor. But at the end of season two, Ben Wyatt and Chris Traeger were introduced and Parks and Rec would never be the same. It's rare that a sitcom can completely save it's self by adding to the central cast, but shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation took the gamble and it paid off.
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@trinaq Ай бұрын

The show really became a classic after it stopped trying to imitate "The Office US", and started doing its own thing. Adam Scott and Rob Lowe really gelled into the show more than Paul Schneider did, and it was like they'd been there from the very beginning.

@Woozlewuzzleable Ай бұрын

Yeah, I literally like it better than the Office.

@OctoStar20 Ай бұрын

@trinaq Interestingly, that's also when "The Office US" became a classic, when it stopped trying to imitate "The Office UK" and started doing its own thing. I still prefer Parks&Rec though.

@yolocards2 Ай бұрын

More like Mark Brandano-quits

@lanceareadbhar Ай бұрын

One issue with Season 1 was that they had to delay filming due to Amy Poehler being pregnant and then film the entire six episodes without much time for rewrites to fix anything that wasn't working. Season 1 of The Office had similar growing pains. Season 2 of P&R had some very strong episodes while most of the characters found their voice. The one exception being Paul Schneider who never had much to do. Adam Scott was the key addition for me with Rob Lowe being a bonus.

@subteeninhumansamuraiamphi5019 Ай бұрын

funny enough the office had to stop imitating the UK office to get better.

@n0obiez Ай бұрын

My favorite Chris moment is when he invites Ron for lunch to talk about projects at the city hall and Ron obviously declines, but Chris just laughs and suddenly they were at the restaurant. Even a man as immovable and firm as Ron cannot escape Chris' endless positivity and enthusiasm.

@pyramidsong Ай бұрын

That is one of the best and hilarious transitions I can recall from a TV show. That jump with Chris laughing across the shot transition is just a masterclass in comedic editing

@scottlarock7924 Ай бұрын

They did such a brilliant job of bouncing all the personalities off of each other. Chris and Andy are both optimists, but from such different angles. Hilarity ensues. I always loved the court hearing regarding Leslie and Ben. There's something about the way that Chris was so distraught about what he had to do, but what he had to do was so clear to him. There is something nice about seeing that decision be so black and white for him aside from his feelings.

@austinthurman2157 Ай бұрын

I love when Chris brings Ron to his meditation sessions. So many great "lessons" for the characters.

@eeejay235 Ай бұрын

@@austinthurman2157i think of that clip often. When Ron says, “ I thought of nothing…” Whoa. What an achievement unlocked and he didn’t even realize it.

@GeldarionTFS 12 күн бұрын

@@eeejay235I didn't know enough about meditation at the time to get that layer, but that's hilarious.

@Neotenico Ай бұрын

One of my favorite arcs in the show was Chris's struggle with anxiety and depression when coming to terms with his mortality. It added a lot of very realistic depth to the "unwavering optimist" character he was initially perceived as. I think a lot of people, myself included, really resonated with the guy who masks his pain with smiles and positivity so as not to burden others with his struggles.

@TurbulenttJuice Ай бұрын

I agree also when he got really sick and had to face his own mortality, it really was a great predicament for his character. “Stop. Pooping.” 😂😂

@badwolf3618 Ай бұрын

Yes! I loved his character but I admit that his character would have gotten stale after a while if he never had any flaws or moments of weakness.

@hittingyouoverthehead Ай бұрын

I don't relate to that but I do find people who espouse positivity a bit annoying irl and so I did find Chris annoying too. Especially the way he forced Ben and Leslie to go through a trial even though he knew both of them and he knew they wouldn't abuse their power to hide their relationship. I also hated that he asked out Ann and when she said no, he went into a deep depression which felt a bit incel-y. But yeah, his arc where he deals with mental health was good and it did really humanize him. I liked him much better after that.

@Neotenico Ай бұрын

@@hittingyouoverthehead I'll admit it's been a while since I've seen the show so I don't remember every detail, but I'm pretty sure it's not "incel-y" to be depressed over someone not reciprocating your affection. Typically that kind of person reacts with anger and hostility. Is it a bit extreme to spiral over getting turned down? Sure. Most people would just be disappointed/upset, maybe a little mopey for a while. But that response is a result of Chris not being able to take failure and rejection well, hence the therapy and mental health arc.

@AlkisenSuper Ай бұрын

@@hittingyouoverthehead Unless you've ever been deeply in love with someone, you have no idea what you're talking about. Calling someone's depression for not having their feelings reciprocated "incel-y" is insulting and offensive.

@Luk317 Ай бұрын

When the “Mark” character left it didn’t leave a hole. No one missed him. It was deffo the right decision. Chris and Ben fit so well and were integrated perfectly. Parks and Rec without them doesn’t feel right.

@jbcatz5 Ай бұрын

It feels like Gina leaving Brooklyn 99, characters and plot lines don’t feel lacking for her absence (but I’ll easily take Mark over Gina because of how on obnoxious she becomes after season 1, inoffensive is far better than serial sexual harasser).

@iGaveLiaHIV Ай бұрын

@@jbcatz5tf gina do

@aboxinspace Ай бұрын

@@jbcatz5omg Gina leaves B99? I finally have a reason to pick it up again, gave up on the show very early due to her

@c0ronariu5 Ай бұрын

@@aboxinspaceyep, she leaves midway through season 3 (iirc). I celebrated when she left. Her character was a constant annoyance.

@birdie3642 28 күн бұрын

@@c0ronariu5I thought she doesn’t leave until season 6

@npcimknot958 Ай бұрын

The animation Wyatt made is peak comedy and so damn relatable

@whill0216 Ай бұрын

I compared it to avatar, and how can it not be longer chris? I laugh so hard at that part every time.

@erminj6367 Ай бұрын

You mean his claymaysh?

@dominicgriego6073 Ай бұрын

Requiem for a Tuesday

@xhappybunnyx Ай бұрын

Staaand in the place where y

@idanlewenhoff2295 Ай бұрын

its better then game of thrones

@gracieofgod8899 Ай бұрын

The real lesson here, is that the arrival of Mr. Bingley (Chris) and Mr. Darcy (Ben) always make for a good story.

@ThereIsTooMuchButter Ай бұрын

Haha yes 😂😅

@magma4168 Ай бұрын

Perfect comment

@user-tf4ut8zo1l 13 күн бұрын

OMG they are Bingley and Darcy

@user-qk3sz5ni1d Ай бұрын

Ironically, The Office US and Parks and Rec both got criticized in their first season for being too close to their source material.

@tlahmed Ай бұрын

Solid point. I forgot that The Office was inspired by something else.

@micpaco241 Ай бұрын

Forreal! I always tell people to start on season 2 when entering these shows and come back to season 1 if they really like it lol

@tbam73 Ай бұрын

@@tlahmedit was the American version of a show that already existed. The first season was the same as the The Office and really needed to stand on its on

@Avatar1977 Ай бұрын

Chris and his relentless genuine positivity vs Ron and his eternal deadpan demeanour were comedy gold

@theblankyblankness Ай бұрын

No you are wrong.

@thedevilonthestrings Ай бұрын

100% it’s bothering funny and heart warming. The way in which both of their personalities collide but the still have genuine respect and care for each other

@ObaREX Ай бұрын

"I'm Chris Traeger... this is Ben." Just the way he said that made me know I was in for a treat.

@rashido_grey Ай бұрын

I think Ben and Leslie's relationship growth is the best we've ever had on TV.

@aled35 Ай бұрын

The "get on your feet scene" is one of the funniest things I've ever seen in my life. Also, Ben's claymation is something I reference all the time, alingside cones of dunshire "it's about the cones". I love this series so much

@VictorArriaga239 28 күн бұрын

When I first watched that scene I was howling laughing so much and kept replaying it over and over again much to the dismay of my fraternity brothers 😂. I can't remember the last time something made me laugh so much and brought me so much joy. .

@lovekittyforever 25 күн бұрын

Ben's disgust with whiskey letting it fall out of his mouth saying "HOOEY, HEYY!" and him being incredibly drunk climbing over wooden fences at the wine farm with Ron are incredible scenes I'll never forget

@M.W.2 Ай бұрын

Parks and rec should write a book on how to redeem a series. Growing out of being a sequel, new characters, good side character, turning an antagonist in a love interest, 7 season in and one of the best finale on television

@poindextertunes Ай бұрын

the show should write a book? 😅

@dylankrejci9965 Ай бұрын

I bet Jim OHeir writes about that in his new book

@kylemalachowski Ай бұрын

Not to mention Ben coming back from being a failed Mayor

@divanshukumarmahajan4803 Ай бұрын

@@otter011 An antagonist does not mean a villain. It just means a character who is opposing the protagonist. Ben was absolutely an antagonist early on.

@divanshukumarmahajan4803 Ай бұрын

@@otter011 He was constantly opposing Leslie.

@whill0216 Ай бұрын

The first 2 seasons were fine & I enjoy them but there's simply no denying that the show kicks into high gear once Chris & Ben arrive. Plain and simple

@VivaLaDnDLogs Ай бұрын

Parks & Rec season 2 is the only time you can ever say "all hope seemed lost, until the auditors arrived" with sincerity.

@zellalaing5439 Ай бұрын

I laughed so hard at this my chest hurts 😅

@lemond1649 Ай бұрын

8:32 "Bottomless pit of despair" - Missed opportunity to show the pit.

@HaloEchoe419 Ай бұрын

They also missed at the beginning the *literally*

@kpsk8031 Ай бұрын

And a shout-out to the phenomenal recurring side characters Joan Calamezzo, Jeremy Jamm, Brandi Maxxx, Perd Harpley, Tammy 1, Tammy 2, Ken Hotate and many more.

@VictorArriaga239 28 күн бұрын

Everyone always forgets Tweep :(

@stevenknauer6234 28 күн бұрын

Ya heard, with Perd!

@ddreamm 8 күн бұрын

Barney, Orin, & Dr. Harris!!!!!

@NickCodyComedy Ай бұрын

IMO I felt the chemistry was also thrown off by Mark Brendanawicz in the first few seasons. Once he was gone, I enjoyed the chemistry of all the characters much better.

@noelv1976 Ай бұрын

I agree, Mark was definitely the weakest link

@DeathnoteBB Ай бұрын

@@noelv1976So weak most people fully forget he ever existed. 😅

@rae6338 Ай бұрын

So weak when I rewatch Parks and Recreation I skip season one and two

@jbcatz5 Ай бұрын

His character just didn’t work for what the show grew into. Ann could be the straight man to Leslie and April while bringing more personality and, for Leslie, heart while Ben and Chris could both play the straight man role whilst bringing their own character quirks into the interactions. Mark was the Jim in a show that didn’t need a Jim, but that doesn’t excuse him seemingly vanishing from continuity and this is a show that made a callback about Leslie being able to have triplets as well as giving side characters resolution in the finale (which had the bum from the slide in the pilot return). Mark’s park plan should have been mentioned and Ann should have have a boyfriend box for him (or the absence of one noted). At least season one is only six episodes, you can get through it in a couple of hours and then it’s gay penguins and the Langmans!

@jon-michaelharris5840 Ай бұрын

It was like he was in a totally different show

@noelc153 Ай бұрын

When I tell people to watch Parks & Rec, I always make a note that it's a bit of a trudge to get through...until Rob Lowe & Adam Scott show up. Once you make it to the arrival, it's smooth sailing. lol

@benjaminwatt2436 Ай бұрын

the last season is a bit rough as soon as they pick up Billy Eickner and his constant yelling

@Sir_Jimmothy Ай бұрын

@@benjaminwatt2436 I liked Craig; they never had him too big doses.

@hannahplantpie6728 Ай бұрын

Those two characters were welcome additions, I agree with you on that part. I completely disagree that this was the most important change. What really made this series awesome was that they made sure that the other characters started treating Lesley with appreciation and respect. They poked fun at one another, but instead of being really mean to her, they stressed that they valued her work ethic and character. That (!!!) is what made the show so awesome. That, and that the women of the show hat wonderful friendships that they cherished. The two men, and the romantic relationships, that was a nice addition.

@mickeyl3171 Ай бұрын

What I really liked about the women of the show was that they were capable and confident but none of them were mary sues, it made it so much more satisfying seeing Leslie succeed when they also showed how hard she worked, and also how sometimes she failed. The growth of most of the characters, mean and women showed where they failed and ultimately overcame.

@jakefollensbee Ай бұрын

I'm still waiting for a real life Cones of Dunshire

@youreokay7888 22 күн бұрын

It’s about the cones

@knowledgeseeker4614 Ай бұрын

The show really became really awesome after season two. Season Two was definitely an improvement, and the end of Season Two made it clear the show would liftoff.

@vitodoria7894 7 күн бұрын

I felt that April was incorporated into the episodes more from S2 and making Andy a regular character instead of a guest also helped.

@erikmelgar9324 Ай бұрын

Chris Traeger is one of my favorite sitcom characters, it was nice to see how someone who is so overwhelmingly positive still have cracks and benefit from therapy and addressing his mental health

@BECKFlST Ай бұрын

Thought it said this was uploaded 5 months ago…it was actually 5 minutes. I knew I’d never miss a video

@sims2lovealot Ай бұрын

The real turning point I think was when Parks & Rec chose to take a positive route instead of a negative one. I don't like The Office because of how depressing I find it, and how the characters are all pretty mean to each other, but I love Parks & Rec because Leslie and Chris and Andy generate so much joy and positivity, and everyone actually bonds and becomes good friends who help each other. It's so heartwarming and the lessons and character journeys are just amazing.

@lesvegetables6709 Ай бұрын

oh man, looks like its time to rewatch parks and rec... again

@AdamPFarnsworth Ай бұрын

The first season was only around 6 epsidoes, so it makes sense that the writers/actors/editors were still figuring out the sweet spot of what the show could be during the second season

@katiepowlish7923 Ай бұрын

This is how I’m starting to feel about Abbott Elementary - I feel like they need to introduce some new characters to shake up the dynamics

@t221000 Ай бұрын

Really? I think it’s hilarious 😂 as it is ❤

@nelonwa7754 Ай бұрын

A new addition to the cast woild be amazing actually.

@butterflybe3 Ай бұрын

that’s why I loved the introduction of the people at the district but considering the most recent episode I feel like that won’t happen anymore and I rlly loved those characters despite their small roles. the good thing is because the show is about a school and teachers there are lots of different scenarios plus characters we already know and love and the great humor that makes it for episodes that aren’t repetitive. But I definitely want to see new characters that stick. we had that teacher aid last time and she didn’t stick. I like Tariq (tarique ?? Idk how to spell) coming back though it definitely makes things a little different.

@cmbaz1140 Ай бұрын

I have seen this in many series and movies where they try to have one character do many things and have many traits...only a few of such characters were ever allowed entry into pop culture by the fandom most dont make the cut... Sometimes it helps splitting one character into multiple ones and have them interact...it creates many more unique situations to drive character developement or plot progression...

@crossgordon4376 Ай бұрын

Giving Chris pratt a more prominent role is what really saved it halfway thru the second season

@Katertot8895 Ай бұрын

I think Parks and Rec's biggest reason why people love it so much is because unlike most of the characters on The Office, the Parks and Rec characters really love and care about each other and you can feel it when you watch the show. The Office is hilarious don't get me wrong, and because of its success, we've been able to have shows like Parks and Rec and Brooklyn 99 and now Abbott Elementary thrive, but a lot of the humor is very mean spirited.

@jacoblamb6869 Ай бұрын

so true, whenever I rewatch the show I jump immeditatly to when Adam Scott and Rob Lowe show up

@hittingyouoverthehead Ай бұрын

I would say not just Chris and Ben, the second version of Andy was also one of the reasons this show was saved. These three characters brought some much needed positivity and cheerfulness to the show. Before that, all characters were kinda depressing- Leslie- hard working and yet underappreciated for her passion Ron- hates his own workplace April- hates everything Tom- Tom Mark- Mark Ann- boring and doesn’t really want to be in this position but is forced to be Andy (first version)- mooch taking advantage of his girlfriend Almost all characters had some negative undertones. The additions of Chris and Ben and Andy 2.0 and getting rid of Mark and Andy 1.0 brought some balance to the cast. Now there was a balance between positive and negative and it became more entertaining to watch. Then Donna and Jerry were also promoted to main cast and that helped too.

@subarcticproject Ай бұрын

I sorta disagree with andy, here I mean, the guy had an entire episode in the first season dedicated to him selflessly cleaning ann's entire house so he could express his gratitude. "Good" andy was always there.

@andrewh5568 Ай бұрын

Biggest miss the finale made was when Ron said something like "I looked around and I didn't recognise anyone working with me" and they showed a bunch of random extras as the new members of the department, they should have got Mark to just be sitting in there with them. I'm sure Paul wasn't busy that day.

@tobynormoyle637 Ай бұрын

How curious! I could never get into The Office it despite appearances from the actor playing Doug Judy. But I loved Parks and Rec from episode one. Rob Lowe sure was amazing and I thought it was so cool he stayed on the show for so long. Thanks for posting this! Loved your note about how things were allowed to learn from mistakes and improve. I bet in today's world Seinfeld would have been cancelled after season 1!

@ShadowsUntamed Ай бұрын

Whenever i rewatch the series I always start on the episodes that Chris and Ben arrive. I never really enjoyed the series until they joined.

@benjaminwatt2436 Ай бұрын

yep, and skip any scene with Billy Eickner. besides being a terrible actor/human bieng, i never understood why he was always yelling. super annoying

@dylankrejci9965 Ай бұрын

Season 2 has some gems tho. Pawnee Zoo, Hunting Trip, Greg Pikitis, Sister City, I can keep going

@VictorArriaga239 28 күн бұрын

@benjaminwatt2436 awww, I like Craig. I'm sure others did too because he was kept and even had a send-off in the finale.

@baileybread Ай бұрын

Ben (Adam Scott) is the most underrated one on the show! He keeps it so grounded and makes the jokes hit even harder. He also makes us feel such a range of emotion for a silly comedy.

@larissacoelho9225 Ай бұрын

Ben is on my top five favorite (series) characters ever. It's all about the cones....

@baileybread Ай бұрын

@@larissacoelho9225 “Oh my god!….The Maverick should be able to trade lumber for agriculture credits!”

@TurbulenttJuice Ай бұрын

If anyone ever saw the promotion for one of the later seasons where they are all on set out of character and Rob walks in and it’s just an evil psychopath to everyone. It’s the funniest shit in the world given his character in the show.

@youreokay7888 22 күн бұрын

Are you talking about the funny or die skit?

@Ms12369 Ай бұрын

How refreshing to see two male love interests be the one to highlight the female protagonists for a change 🥰

@beastio619 Ай бұрын

The burger cook off between Chris and Ron is a classic!

@ghost21501 Ай бұрын

I will always have fond memories of watching the show during summer break with my buddy while we stayed up till three or four in the morning.

@Kaice88 Ай бұрын

s3 is when I started getting into this show because of Ben and Chris. They definitely saved this show with those two. I have been able to watch the first two seasons after finally enjoying the show and it is funny but It's just not the same. I was so sad when Chris and Anne left.

@aleckto28 Ай бұрын

Ben and the Treat yo self and Cones of Dunshire episodes were peak.

@xhappybunnyx Ай бұрын

Not to mention Chris's character making name recognition for the whole case spike

@FishtownRec Ай бұрын

The first season and most of the second was pretty brutal. However, I’ve never seen a show make such a 360 degree turn and transform into one of the most classic shows of ALL-TIME!

@OneEightCosplay Ай бұрын

I honestly rarely rewatch the show wihtout just starting from season 2 episode 23, I loved the show from the beginning but the show truly blossomed when Chris and Ben showed up

@reedeayers Ай бұрын

It’s cool to know the original idea still shined through with Ben

@heatherdawson74 29 күн бұрын

I’m working through a rewatch and am a couple of episodes away from Ben and Chris’ introduction. While it is slowly coming together Ben and Chris are the puzzle pieces we don’t know we are missing yet.

@maguirebentz797 9 күн бұрын

Ok you convinced me. Time for a rewatch

@jimothy075 5 күн бұрын

"Ben does the little things, like appreciating her as a person" lmao 5:42

@luminyam6145 Ай бұрын

That was so good, thank you.

@megamanny787 Ай бұрын

I had forgotten about this channel

@jocelynfisher3174 Ай бұрын

Dude this video should be called "The Power of Scott and Lowe"

@zellalaing5439 Ай бұрын

I have rewatched this show countless times, but from S2 Ep23, I see complations of the series and am reminded of earlier bits that I've totally forgotten despite watching the rest over and over.

@micahlee2191 28 күн бұрын

Yess sirrrr! The last couple of episodes for Season 2 is when this show really started gel together.

@bigguy1960 Ай бұрын

I watched the first episodes and thought "just an office clone" and didn't have much hope, but bringing in Ben and Chris made it an entirely different show. That allowed the characters to really flesh out and grow, especially Leslie and Andy. Did Ron Swanson become Nick Offerman, or did Nick Offerman become Ron Swanson? The character is so distinctive that's impossible to think of anyone BUT Nick in the role. I also loved how Pawnee Indiana and it's citizens just became more and more bizarre, yet completely realistic (if you've ever lived in a small town) as the show went on.

@ashamatronichow2226 Ай бұрын

Every time I marathon parks and rec I get unreasonably happy when Ben and Chris show up😁

@darkhobo Ай бұрын

There were three things I think. All in combination. Clearly after the show writers realised this isnt working and we need a new direction. 1) Ben Wyatt and Chris Traeger arrive. 2) Mark Brandanowitz departs 3) Lesie becomes Competent and Driven but restrained by her position, instead of incompetent but Idealistic.

@aksharaghav9657 Ай бұрын

4:36 That was brilliantly used.

@myblueheather8240 20 күн бұрын

Leslie and Ben's relationship is one of my favorite tv romances evwr for many reasons, but I mostly love how it highlights how life changing it can be meeting someone who truly sees you for you and loves that person as they are. Everyone treated her like a dufus which kept her in a fishbowl, limiting her personal growth. Once she meets Ann and then Ben, who both appreciate her as she is, Leslie begins to fit in perfectly and has such fast personal growth. She becomes more confident. Everyone deserves love, and in Ben she finds her perfect match and finds her confidence to be the already awesome person she actually is.

@dojusticelovemercy1 Ай бұрын

End of second season/beginning of third season is when it turned a corner. However, I can now go back and watch the first two seasons and enjoy the good moments. There are some funny moments in the first two seasons, but I only started to appreciate them after the series was complete.

@MrQuickLine Ай бұрын

Love your videos. But why do you say "pragmatist" strangely??

@thatRyzzle 17 күн бұрын

I love that show. I mean, I eventually grew to love that show. Season 1 was tough, but I liked Andy's character-by that time, I thought the show was okay. But when the changes came-man, I fell in love.

@PanicButton42 Ай бұрын

I watched something like the first six episodes and was just waiting and waiting for it to be funny, and I finally gave up on it. Fast forward a year later and I am having a conversation with friends about must watch television shows. One of my friends mentions Parks & Rec and I just looked at him like he was crazy. I was surprised because this particular friend knows funny and our tastes tend to be similar. I told him that I watched a bunch of episodes and it was remarkably unfunny. He tells me that somewhere around halfway through the first season it starts to get funny. I decided to give it another chance, but, once again, start from the first episode to make sure what I wasn't mistaken about the episodes I did see. I was not mistaken. However, literally the very next episode after the one where I decided to give up on it, it became funny, and the rest of the season was just as funny. Loved the whole run of the show and I am glad that I decided to give it a second chance.

@GonzoIsCool 28 күн бұрын

I'll admit, I almost stopped watching Parks and Recreation on streaming, but their addition got me so hooked I finished every single episode.

@rachelgoldfarb9390 21 күн бұрын

I watched parks and rec from the beginning, from first to last season as it aired. I much prefer the changes they made. And I adore Ben and Chris as characters and I can’t imagine the series without Adam Scott and rob Lowe. Thankful! I still have maintained love for season one. I still enjoy the reruns too :)

@carrisebear3499 Ай бұрын

I just watched the whole show with my kids and husband. They were ALL entertained. What a great show start to finish.

@ElvisRose_ Ай бұрын

Parks and Rec is one of my all time favorite shows. I did like it before these two characters showed up simply because I've always like the friendship between Leslie and Ann but don't mistake that as me not seeing the other problems in the show's tone or how these two and their addition totally changed everything. There is a reason why season 3 is where that show comes into its own... it is because of Chris and Ben!

@HarvestStore Ай бұрын

Great video.

@pieluva37 29 күн бұрын

I’ll never forget that I had to watch the first season like four times before I could move on, because I would always watch after a long day of school and I kept falling asleep 💀💀 soooo glad I made it through that low key wet cement, because it’s one of my top faaavorite shows of all time, now and probs forever ❤️

@Izzy-Maurer Ай бұрын

When I rewatch, I start with Ben and Chris' first episode! I know there are some good episodes before that, but I definitely agree that they made it a different show, and in particular the overhaul of Leslie's character was desperately needed.

@GiveZeeAChance 5 күн бұрын

Between you and me, it really doesn't get good until Zorp shows up.

@meowstaboy9782 Ай бұрын

I always debate skipping season one when i rewatch this show. This video was cool to watch, gave me some insight to why I do that

@jbcatz5 Ай бұрын

Something low key about Ann and Chris is that they don’t feel the need to get married even by the finale, and that’s great to show. Sometimes people are comfortable where they are and don’t need a wedding to validate their love.

@kylecrawford5231 Ай бұрын

I love the moments when Chris is delightfully aware when people are being rude or sarcastic to him and he just points it out while smiling

@MrClassicInTheMaking Күн бұрын

I have just started rewatching Parks & Rec and found myself struggling to get through season 1 & 2 and was wondering "why do I like this show again?" and yeah it obvious how much the show improved when Chris and Ben show uo.

@vojtec Ай бұрын

Maybe true but my favourites are still April and Ron

@broadcastallsongs Ай бұрын

Parks and Rec is my favorite sitcom but I defiantly feel like outside of a few episodes its a chore to get through it until their introduction.

@MusicLover-my6fo Ай бұрын

I actually really liked Parks & Recreation's first season; I just thought it had a slower start. But I think Parks & Recreation became a better story than The Office did by the time both series were completed.

@Xoulrath_ Ай бұрын

I love Rob Lowe. He's such a great actor. Chris is one of his best characters ever. I was already a fan of Parks & Rec prior to Chris and Ben showing up. They just cemented the series as one of my all-time favorites. I'll take this over The Office anyday.

@spadgefafner Ай бұрын

Damn I love this show. Might be time for my 20th rewatch

@elysianemily Ай бұрын

as a huge ben wyatt fan (might be my favorite behind april) I thank the showrunners for hiring adam scott every time I rewatch the series

@gypsymelon Ай бұрын

I couldn’t get into The Office, but Parks & Rec was great…as long as you give it more than a few episodes. It’s a slow start. Also, Ben is the best character ever. Most adorable nerd character ever.

@martinvychodil7818 Ай бұрын

On recent rewatch, I was surprised that Ben and Chris showed up at the end of 2nd season because I remembered that the show improved only after their arrival. But honestly 2nd season is amazing right from the beginning. Writers managed to make the show great right after rough 1st season and further elevated it with the addition of the loveable auditors.

@stingrey1571 Ай бұрын

i watched Parks & rec from the beginning. Love the show. i truly dont remember any episodes from that first season. Lowe and Scott's additions truly reinvented the show.

@phillipjohnson143 Ай бұрын

"Stop pooping" Literally, a Top 5 moment. Thank you Rob Lowe.

@user-cv8qe9ru8c Ай бұрын

Chris. Traeger. Ben. Wyatt. 2 of LITERALLY the best characters ever conceived.

@tlahmed Ай бұрын

I watched Parks more times than I can remember and I almost always start on the episode when Ben and Chris arrive! Sometimes I start a bit sooner with “Tammy”

@gabrielcontreras9545 29 күн бұрын

I'll treat myself by watching this video and subscribing

@lanceareadbhar Ай бұрын

Definitely more complicated than this as The Office also had Season 1 issues that they worked out and Season 2 had some great episodes before they joined, but Adam Scott coming in added so much to the show and getting Rob Lowe was just a bonus.

@mr.balloffur Ай бұрын

I watched it for the first two seasons and was going to stop there until Rob Lowe and Adam Scott came on board. Season 3, 4, 5 and 6 were some of the best comedy on TV.

@tbam73 Ай бұрын

Parks and Recs like A Different World is the perfect example of how casting, character development and writing can revamp a series so well in season 2

@emmamacdonald9415 Ай бұрын

5:45 Ben does the little things... Like basic respect

@aliceros1 29 күн бұрын

So what I learned is if I can get through season one I'll enjoy parks and rec as much as the office. Duly noted.

@metalmilitia89 Ай бұрын

I’m glad Leslie was rewritten.

@Jakeyisdead Ай бұрын

Not knowing what i know now about the show i did notice a big jump in quality season 2 but i did enjoy 1 still. The biggest change was Andy, even not knowing you can tell they did a major rehaul on his character

@fsttag1 Ай бұрын

These 2 really did save it. It was getting stale and these 2 brought so many new storylines it’s nuts. So funny.

@vitodoria7894 7 күн бұрын

I didn’t watch it during its original running and I only gave it chance when I saw Aubrey Plaza in "The White Lotus". S1 was weak and I didn’t like Leslie's character or Mark. S2 featured more of April and Andy was incorporated more into the show. That made the show better in my opinion, but Chris and Ben definitely changed the dynamic for the better.

@peoplecallmepeechez Ай бұрын

I remember when my wife got me to watch parks and rec and as soon as they made the changes to knope I was hooked. Once she became this passionate optimist who was good at her job the show became so much more enjoyable