The Mysterious Benedict Society: 1. A Bunch of Smart Orphans / 2. Carrying a Bird Show Only

June 27, 2021 3:34 AM - Season 1, Episode 1

After winning a scholarship competition, four gifted orphans are recruited by the peculiar Mr. Benedict for a dangerous mission to save the world from a global crisis known as The Emergency. Based on the young adult book series by Trenton Lee Stewart.

Series trailer.

“A fun Wes Anderson-lite romp” — The Guardian

“ It lands somewhere between Spy Kids and A Series of Unfortunate Events” — Polygon

posted by 1970s Antihero (2 comments total)

I gave this a go based solely on Tony Hale & Kristen Schaal, and it does have a Wes Anderson vibe (slightly more fantastical, but not quite to the level of Pushing Daisies). I enjoyed the first two episodes, so I'll continue watching it for now.
posted by Marticus at 7:40 PM on June 27, 2021 [1 favorite]

I really like where this show is going so far, even if I want to put Constance on a catapult and launch her into the sun. I'm sure that's the point.
posted by RakDaddy at 11:18 PM on July 18, 2021