The Replacements Season 2

Right now you can watch The Replacements Season 2 on — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. The 1-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Grey DeLisle is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Replacements Season 2 earns its spot. The Replacements Season 2 gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. Season 2 of The Replacements includes 35 episodes. It aired from March 2008 to March 2009. This season stars Grey DeLisle, Nancy Cartwright and Daran Norris. Grey DeLisle and Nancy Cartwright lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2008. The timing in The Replacements Season 2 is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, The Replacements Season 2 respects your intelligence. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Grey DeLisle sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.