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TV Critic (2)

I'm out of practice reviewing things and waffling coherently, so let's see how we get on with Extraordinary.

Extraordinary is streaming now on Disney + - it's a story of people who get various magical powers when they turn 18 which may or may not be useful.

The story centres around Jen who, in her twenties still doesn't have her power. Jen shares a flat with Carrie, Kash and finally Jizzlord, a cat who shapeshifts into a human who has no recollection of his previous life. Mainly as he has been a cat for several years. 

Each episode is around the 30 minute mark, enough time for a plot, conclusion and a decent story arc running across the eight episodes. Nothing is too dragged out. I found myself laughing out loud a lot - and also feeling sympathy with some of the characters. 




Some turn their powers to their advantage whereas others don't quite as much. This bodes well for Series 2 and other characters coming into the story when they find ways to use their powers. 

If you watch Extraordinary be aware there's always a small extra part of the story when the titles start at the end - I wouldn't want you missing a good part of the plot. 

Extraordinary became our comedy watch after an episode of Happy Valley - we needed the laughter to wind down again (We've now finished HV series 1) - we need another comedy. 

So that's my 'why we like Extraordinary' post. It was a fun discovery and we're looking forward to series 2 now. 
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