Wanderlust (2018)

The review calls the series a must-watch and praises its emotionally rich exploration of love and connection. It singles out Toni Collette’s nuanced performance, especially her devastating work in the therapy-session episode.

The critic gives the series a positive review, praising its emotionally mature treatment of open marriage and relationships. Toni Collette’s assured, nuanced performance is singled out as the show’s defining strength.

The critic finds the series a fresh and rewarding take on a marriage under strain. They praise Toni Collette and Steven Mackintosh for bringing humor and emotional nuance to their characters.

Bley Griffiths presents the drama as a refreshing, intimate take on sex and relationships. She singles out its approach to intimacy as the central strength.

Chaney finds the series worth watching, though some plotlines strain believability and the children’s romantic subplots feel predictable. She singles out Toni Collette’s luminous, increasingly vulnerable performance as the show’s central strength.

O'Grady finds this episode less self-indulgent and more ethically engaging than the previous one. He praises its direction and production, especially the unusual camera angles and intercutting.

Wollaston finds the series affected and too slow, though still interesting. He praises the stellar performances of Toni Collette and Steven Mackintosh.

Oller finds the series sharp, intimate, and often amusing, though its closing emotions and pacing sometimes falter. He particularly praises Toni Collette’s performance and the show’s frank, naturally written conversations about sex and relationships.

Mellor finds the opening episode poignant, often painful, and funny in its treatment of modern love. She praises the witty, humane script and the affecting portrayal of relationship troubles beneath the sexual comedy.