Monday Morning Maybe

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2023 | 2 seasons | Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (92% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences and a short run with a modest audience. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and sci-fi fans. If you loved Future Man or The Good Place, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
2 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
What might put you off
  • Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
  • It was cancelled, so the story may not get a proper ending.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A small town is forever changed when a mysterious machine appears, promising to reveal everyone's true potential. Soon residents start changing jobs, rethinking relationships, and questioning long-held beliefs—all in pursuit of a better future.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    92% on Rotten Tomatoes, 71 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Ran for 2 seasons and reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 58K people sought it out in the past year

Season by season

The show overall is a Sunday Safe Bet. Here's how each season stacks up; Season 1 is the high point.

  1. Weeknight Watch
    Season 12023 · 10 episodes · 6.6 out of 10
    Weeknight
  2. Monday Morning Maybe
    Season 22024 · 10 episodes · 4.5 out of 10
    Monday

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Cast & crew

Created by David West Read

  • Chris O'DowdDusty
  • Gabrielle DennisCass
  • Ally MakiHana
  • Josh SegarraGiorgio
  • Damon GuptonFather Reuben
  • Sammy FourlasJacob
  • Djouliet AmaraTrina