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Though its true intentions can get a bit murky, gorgeous vistas, twisty drama, and a pitch perfect cast make The White Lotus a compelling - if uncomfortable - viewing destination.
Shannon Keating BuzzFeed News The summer’s most talked-about show exposes the insidious power of wealth and whiteness. That’s what makes it so watchable. Apr 5, 2022 Full Review Graeme Blundell The Australian It was sublime cringe comedy but with moral underpinnings in its satire of wealth, entitlement and privilege, wonderful performances, and produced a new star in the Australian Murray Bartlett as the unravelling general manager. Dec 28, 2021 Full Review Deborah Ross The Mail on Sunday (UK) It has jokes but is also deadly serious. Plus, the characters are all sublimely well drawn, especially Jennifer Coolidge's fuzzy, lonely alcoholic and Murray Bartlett as the passive-aggressive hotel manager. Rated: 5/5 Sep 7, 2021 Full Review Akos Peterbencze The Screen White is smart enough not to draw obvious conclusions and portray any of these characters as villains. He provides us with just the right amount of characteristics to make our own minds up. Aug 2, 2023 Full Review Jennifer Bisset CNET ...a murder mystery with the big reveal waiting till the very end will keep you thoroughly entertained. Mar 30, 2023 Full Review Carey-Ann Pawsey Orca Sound When this new HBO series begins you think it is going to be a quirky comedy. You are only partially right with that guess. Yes, it is odd and funny but there is also an unexpected and delightful dark side to White Lotus. Rated: 3.5/5 Sep 17, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews
William O Just incredible storytelling you don't see very often on television, especially backed up by perfect performances by an ensemble cast. Even better the second time through. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/12/25 Full Review Zack E I started it because of the cast & HBO. I wanted to like it but I didn't make it more than 4 episodes. I have a hard time enjoying it's style of awkward situational humor; too predictable. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/03/25 Full Review Lindsay G I had to review bc I couldn’t believe how low of a rating this show had-I found it brilliant! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Marie-Christine A An amazing show that mixes mystery, comedy and uncomfortableness all in one mix which keeps you interested all the way. It is very well thought out and even the aesthetics are very pretty giving you a small sense of appeasement amongst the uncomfortable. I also loved the casting especially Jennifer Coolidge Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review Nithin S Easily one of the most overrated shows in recent memory. Very little character development and horrible season ending. Spoiler alert: Manslaughter laws who? That was not a justifiable use of self defense and would almost certainly result in a trial at the very least, jesus. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 12/22/24 Full Review Audience Member The pacing is so slow. Not much of a story. I really really don't care about rich White people. It's boring tbh. Wouldn't watch season 2. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 12/16/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jul 11, 2021 Arrivals As a new wave of guests arrives at the White Lotus, resort manager Armond tries to assuage Shane and his wife, Rachel, while spa director Belinda calms a grieving Tanya; Mark distracts himself from a health scare by spending time with their son. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 18, 2021 New Day A cautiously optimistic Belinda walks a fine line with Tanya; Armond brainstorms ways to deal with Shane; Rachel approaches Nicole for advice; Paula and Olivia lose track of their stash; a revived Mark attempts to connect with Quinn. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 25, 2021 Mysterious Monkeys Stripped of his gadgets, Quinn reluctantly takes a scuba class with Mark; Shane enlists Armond to help plan a romantic evening for Rachel; Tanya leans on Belinda for support as she scatters her mother's ashes at sea; Paula keeps a secret from Olivia. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 1, 2021 Recentering After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is blindsided by an unexpected arrival; Tanya's attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest; Armond's renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 8, 2021 The Lotus Eaters As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya's focus to her business proposal; a sidelined Rachel begins to question her future; Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn. Details Episode 6 Aired Aug 15, 2021 Departures Rachel shares some harsh truths with Shane and confides in Belinda, who's reeling from bad news of her own; as the Mossbachers turn the page on their harrowing scare, Quinn reveals major life plans; Armond goes on a bender and exacts revenge. Details
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Director
Mike White
Creator
Mike White
Executive Producer
Mike White, David Bernad, Nick Hall
Screenwriter
Mike White
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 11, 2021