Jumping the Shark 

Too short: lizard Too long: snake Just right: salamander

When he said “Reading makes my eyes hurt” I was 100% expecting an Audible ad

breaking bad could've gone on for 10 seasons and I'm eternally grateful that it didn't

I think that Bojack Horseman is an interesting case when talking about endings. Netflix warned the creator that they might decline new seasons without giving him any sort of warning or anything to be able to wrap up the show; so the show is written in a way that any season finale could be the series finale But in the end they actually told him that the 6th season was gonna be the last, so that's why it feels like an actual conclussion to the show

Gravity falls intentionally ended after only 2 seasons despite it’s heavy following, because they didn’t want to destroy the essence of the show. Which is really cool

So basically.... “you either die a hero, or live long enough to become a villain.”

The audacity of that 70s show continuing on after toper left is absurd. There is no show without Eric. He's the quintessential character. He's the glue that holds that friend group together. It was ridiculous in season 8 to still have them hanging out at Eric's house after he was gone.

The Good Place has one of my favorite endings ever. It was beginning to feel stretched on, but they ended it in just an incredible way.

danny: posts 1 hour ago kurtis: posts 32 minutes ago drew: posts 1 min ago *it’s complete*

Supernatural has been going on for 15 years. I think they're holding the actors hostage.

Interestingly enough, Ricky Gervais ended the original "The Office" (UK) after only two seasons and a couple of additional special episodes because he loved what he and Stephen Merchant had created and didn't want to run it into the ground. If you leave it up to fans, they will say, "Keep going!"...until they hate you.

Whenever I rewatch the office I instinctively skip to the finale after “Goodbye, Michael.”

“so for the sake of drama, pam becomes addicted to cough syrup, and that puts a real toll on her marriage so jim divorces her and then realises he’s been bisexual this whole time and ends up with kevin, who accidentally cooks their daughter into a pot of chilli. also toby leaves the show to be in spider-man 4.” are you kidding me i’d watch that

"My number one favorite show of all time... Avatar: The Last Airbender" Ah, a man of culture.

Breaking Bad is probably the exact perfect length for a drama show. That entire show feels like every last scene was planned before it even began. Never feels like they change course in the slightest through 60+ episodes. And they left enough room for an equally long (arguably better) spinoff that also completely justifies its length. I appreciate a show that just tells the story that needs to be told.

The fact that no one mentioned Pretty Little Liars being the perfect example of a show that lasted too long makes me sad

13 reasons why strikes me as a show that could have just ended after season 1

The Office died when the camera guy became a character.

9:40 I would have absolutely LOVED to see an Office storyline that involved Pam & Jim breaking up because of her addiction to cough syrup, Kevin & Jim getting involved, and Kevin cooking their child. Who wouldn't?

I honestly think Danny Masterson had a lot to do with why Topher left the show. Since his trial a lot has come out about how toxic that set was and it’s pretty well documented that all the kids on that show, except Topher, hung out together outside of the show. It’s also we’ll document that all the boys, except for Topher we’re big partiers who all have questionable relationship histories and more than likely knew what was going on with Danny the whole time. It’s also been noted that Danny disliked Topher because he didn’t bow to his influence like the others did. Danny’s ex-girlfriend has also said that Danny bullied Topher on the set and that he would be abusive towards her for even saying hi or trying to be cordial to Topher. If all this is true, which I honestly think it is, then I don’t blame Topher for not wanting to be a part of that environment and getting out as soon as his contract allowed him.

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my dad, a man born in 1959, had only one critique of the historic accuracy of That 70's Show: "These kids aren't doing enough drugs."

gilmore girls is such a good example of the character downfall, its so hard to watch the first few seasons and see rory as the innocent child instead of the entitled person she becomes

schitt’s creek is a good example of a show ending at the perfect time

Alternative title: Drew is Disappointed in That 70’s Show for 16 Minutes

Gravity Falls was the perfect example of quality over quantity.

One of my favourite show endings is over the garden wall. Even though its only ten episodes i feel like they ended it perfectly leaving enough room for interpretation but not too much to make the show feel incomplete. They created this magical world and explored it just enough to not ruin the mystery behind it.

One of my favorite examples of a show ending at the right time is Brooklyn Nine Nine. The last season was all about wrapping up the varying storylines and I loved it. It was so cool to see the writers be able to actually do what they wanted to do with the story

Too Short: Firefly Just Right: Futurama Too Long: 13 REASONS WHY

13 reasons why shouldve only had one season and thats a fact

The Good Place has probably one of the best endings for a tv show I’ve ever seen. They could’ve just kept going with that show forever if they wanted to because of the way it’s set up. They made the story they wanted to though and finished it in a really satisfying way.

I hate That 70s Show for ruining Hyde and Jackie's relationship. AND, I can't believe they tried to continue the show when the MAIN CHARACTER LEFT.

The Good Place is the most recent example of a show ending perfectly for me. From the beginning they planned a story to run for 4 seasons, and that's what they stuck to

my older sister who hasnt finished the office yet heard you say Jim divorced Pam found out he was bi and married Kevin and had a daughter, and she started crying

I think the best example of a show ending at the right time is Derry Girls. Yes I would have loved to get more, but (and I said this to my friend when we watched the last episode because she was annoyed it was over) I would rather get a satisfying ending that wraps up the characters' stories than have a show get stretched out until the characters are barely recognizeable.

Once you’ve seen a terrible season it’s almost impossible to think about it without the stain of the terrible season. It’s like a great person u knew doing terrible things, the lense u see them through has been changed forever.

the fact that Jackie and Hyde didn't get together at the end of that 70s show is my villain origin story

Opinions of TV Shows Too short: Firefly Too long: The Simpsons Just right: Fleabag Opinions of Bowls of Porridge Too hot: Papa bear's Too cold: Mama bear's Just right: Baby bear's

I always thought Psych was a great example of knowing when and how to quit, even though it went on for eight seasons. They found a formula that worked for each episode, kept the same "feel" throughout all eight seasons, and didn't stray from what they knew the viewers liked about the show. The Office did *not* do this. Even though Psych started to feel a little tired around season seven, it still gave us some great episodes and a great finale. I still go back and re-watch all eight seasons from time to time.

Freaks and Geeks is one of my favorite shows. It launched a lot of young actors careers, and was really well written, but it was cancelled on the first season. The ending was pretty satisfying, something that had you wondering what the kids would go on to do, but overall knowing it would be alright. The show is about high schoolers in the early 80s, and from what my parents recall, it was pretty much exactly how high school in the 80s felt. It’s a lot more real then how media usually glamorizes the 80s. But what I love about the show is how so much happens in the first and only season. A whopping 18 episodes. You see kids turn into adults, bullies to nerds, and geeks into “freaks”. You hate people at first but learn to like them. You like people and learn to hate them. And overall, the main characters problems aren’t always that big of a deal. They’re just life lessons. But it’s the way it’s written that gives the stories and the kids depth, and makes you love their characters. they feel so real. like friends just having fun and laughing. But also how it feels to have major life changes and growing up. Overall 10/10 show would highly recommend.

Too Early : Freaks and Geeks Just right: The Good Place Struggled to die: The Walking Dead

If we're being honest spongebob should've ended back in 2005 when the first movie came out. the movie was the PERFECT conclusion for the show.

I think that Schitt’s Creek is a perfect example of a show that ended at the perfect time. The writer and show-runner Dan Levy had a plan for the ending of the series after it was renewed for another 2 seasons, and although it became incredibly popular, the 6th season was the perfect way to end the show.

little house on the prairie should’ve ended wayyyyy before it did. they went off-book as early as season 3 or 4, and added 3 children to the family that didn’t exist in the books, and then killed 2 off. they have the wildest storylines in the last couple seasons.

"a bad final season doesnt ruin the show" *game of thrones has entered the chat*

The Good Place is a great example of ending at the right time. They had 4 seasons, and even though people wanted more, the writers admitted that they did not have anymore story to tell.

The show “Awkward.” on MTV had the perfect ending in season 3, where the main girl basically realized she didn’t need a relationship to survive (something she felt she needed from season 1-2). Then, they dragged out the show 2 more seasons, after the show runner left (meaning it was not her vision whatsoever and she left out of spite).

Flight of the Concords only got two seasons and HBO wanted to do another season but the band turned it down because they felt they were running out of ideas and honestly, it's the perfect show

"My favourite show of all time, Avatar the Last Airbender." AN INTELLECTUAL

I think a bad ending of a show really can end up killing the show all together. I mean, Game of Thrones had a terrible ending and a year after nobody talks about the show anymore

I think Ted Lasso is a perfect example of a show that ended when it needed. The writers also admitted that's how long they planned on doing it since the moment they started filming.

I began noticing That 70s Show slip starting at season three. It was becoming very noticeable that Topher Grace was losing interest and basically walking through the show. It was then the series began relying heavily on catchphrases as punchlines and the adult characters began acting like cartoons. What I loved about the series is that Red and Kitty (and even Eric) had a love for one another and this stabilized them and made their family unit relatable. By the time Brooke Shields was introduced as Jackie's mother, the Foreman parents had lost that special quality they once had. The series also let the 70s nostalgia diminish which made the series less a time capsule and more a routine sitcom. It's a shame. But thankfully, I have those first two seasons on DVD and revisit them whenever I need.

Too short: Blues Clues Too long: Backyardigans Just right: Tellettubies

Can we talk about Gravity Falls, that show ended in only two season, but ended in the perfect way without feeling rushed.

I can never not appreciate fleabag and schitt’s creek not only ended exactly when they should have but also keeping the pace of character growth consistent and in line with the story requirement.

as much as i wish there was a second season to freaks & geeks, i honestly feel as if it ended in a perfect place and wouldn’t be so nostalgic if it kept going

too short: everything sucks too long: 13 reasons why just right: the good place

How I Met Your Mother is an example of a show that had a concrete ending plan (and partially shot) early on in the show’s run, but the show stretched on so the original planned ending didn’t fit like it did before, but the creators were so attached to that ending they still used it despite it no longer making a satisfying conclusion.

An amazing example of a show ending at a perfect time is "Gravity Falls" it only had 2 seasons, but the creators went in knowing they wouldn't be able to make more than 2, so the way it paces out it's mysteries is literally perfect. It had such great foreshadowing in fact, that it deserves a rewatch immediately after finishing it just to spot all the little details. The ending was also really good, it gave a nice conclusion to every character while also having a ton of extremely fun battle stuff and high stakes.

How I Met Your Mother was, at a time, my favorite sitcom and possibly favorite show period. Then, the finale came out, and changed everything... I have never been able to go back and watch it knowing what everything is leading up to, what all the buildup is for. Caught a rerun in my work's break room the other day. It had been almost a decade* since I'd seen the show. The theme song played and it was so familiar, I felt such a wave of nostalgia come over me. I'm considering rewatching the show, maybe skipping the last season or simply last episode, pretending it was a fever dream, and finding a fanfiction that pulled it off better! *I decided to Google it & it had been 9 years and 4 months the day I saw it lol. Legit have not gone back since I finished the finale. I own 5 seasons.

Ngl this Drew character has been on this channel for way too long. The writers need to wrap up his storyline and finish this guy up.

I think Gravity Falls has the PERFECT ending. They did a lot with it, had character depth, ended it in a satisfying way, and didn’t ruin any characters. I still watch it to this day. They end the summer in their absolutely perfect 2 seasons. They could have extended it, but they didn’t and just tied the bow over a perfect series.

Topher Grace had the best outcome out of everybody. He's the only person who didn't molest anybody in the whole production

The Good Place ended after 4 seasons and ended perfectly in a way that both leaves you wanting more because it's so good and you want more of the characters and story, but also says "This story ends here" in a fully in-universe thematic way and it's a really good ending. Also Better Off Ted was a silly comedy that was cut short by the previous WGA strike (PAY THEM MORE) and had to just use the last two shows they had filmed and were in the can and release them online.

Too long: Grey’s Anatomy Too short: the family, Anne with an E Just Right: Parks and Rec, The good Place, Gravity falls, ICarly

everyone who likes that 70s show just pretends season 8 doesn’t exist, and that’s how i like it

What’s worse is now here comes that 90’s show and it makes me want to end it all

"Life isn't about endings, is it? It's a series of moments. And um, if you turn the camera off, it's not an ending is it? I'm still here. My life is not over. Come back here in ten years. See how I'm doing then. 'Cause I could be married with children, you don't know. Life just goes on." This quote by Tim at the end of the Office UK's 14 episodes pretty much sums up what you said about the US version

too short: freaks and geeks too long: modern family just right: parks and rec

Everybody’s listing their shows and I’m still laughing at “do drug and have kiss”

Teen Titans had an amazing finale. Terribly heartbreaking, with a little bit of hopefulness, and a lot of just implications about the future for the characters. Left you thinking and wanting more, despite being satisfied with where it stopped. Idk if it was cancelled and therefore just written well into an ending or if it was planned to end there, but it was a kid's show so likely the first one, and it might have felt a bit rushed (been a while since I watched it) but not so rushed that it felt unnatural, just... a little quick.

The Office never got boring for me. Sure it wasn't as good as before, but it still made me laugh more than most other shows.

Something that confused me about That 70s Show was that these characters were 17...almost the whole time. Over several seasons it’s mentioned that Eric is still 17 despite having a thanksgiving episode almost every season?

Breaking Bad ended perfectly. They could have easily stretched it out with how successful it was, but they wrapped it in a bow and only let a movie follow it instead of 10+ more seasons.

breaking bad ended beautifully and with the add on of el camino, it ties the entire series up into a nice bow

I like the ending of Crazy Ex-girlfriend. It's predictable but very sweet. Perfect ending to a perfect show.

How is no one talking about Grey’s Anatomy yet? That show was supposed to die SEASONS ago

the worst tv show ending that has stuck with me: How i met your mother. It feels like they had all of these seasons to do whatever they wanted and then they got toward the end, realized they had stretched it out too long, and had to wrap it up with an awful awful ending that made no sense.

One example for a show that knew exactly where to go is one of the most underrated shows of all time: Mr Robot. They knew exactly where they were going, they had 4 seasons and 45 episodes to do it in and it ended perfectly where every clue they threw in throughout the series tied together perfectly. My favorite ending to a series ever

Legend of Korra actually slapped.

I feel like everyone forgets Parks and Rec when they talk about great shows that ended strong. The show just ended showing how all the cast ended up a couple years later and left you on a high note knowing that many of them got to fulfill their dreams.

riverdale did NOT need more than 1 season, just putting that out there

It's been a whole 3 years this subject will always make me jump to Supernatural. I still think that could have been a really great story if they like cut it in half.

Ya know what show had an outstanding finale? The Fresh Prince. Amazing.

The Good Place was a show that ended perfectly. They had a 4 season plan and stuck to it, despite its success. Because of that, every episode is a joy, the characters feel fully developed, and the overall conclusion is immensely satisfying. Definitely in my top 3 shows of all time.

the good place is a prime example of a show that seemingly ended too early but actually ended perfectly

tbf it is basically impossible for any show that ends with "it's the 80s now!" to go out on a happy note

I always felt sorry for Topher Grace. People only hate on him for leaving That 70's Show because his movie career never really took off and his bold choice didn't pay off. The show was dead anyway as Drew proves here.

too short: freaks and geeks and everything sucks too long: pretty little liars, once upon a time, shameless just right: breaking bad

Watching this in September 2023 is realising why Topher Grace probably actually left

"I don't want to read a book that's 100 pages, reading makes my eyes hurt." God, I wish this was sponsored by Audible, that would have been perfect

"Reading makes my eyes hurt." I absolutely thought this was a segway into an Audible sponsorship.

The topher Grace thing reminds me of how Sam levinson (creator of euphoria) got in a fight w the actor who played kat so he cut her scenes and turned her character into a bitch . I hate when a show runner can’t put personal issues aside and let it infect the show. Also my nana taught topher in elementary school 🤣

Community had a really strong ending with key players being missed but they perfectly filled the void of those characters love that show.

I feel like iCarly ended perfectly. They had went through pretty much their entire childhood, they had explained everything that needed to be explained, made all types of episodes and movies, and Carly was reunited with her dad.

Grey's anatomy is the PERFECT example of a show going on for far too long

The ending of season 3 of Barry is perfect. They could go another season but they could also just end it where they did

props to fez for getting a legit job and not raping anybody

“They’re your cool older friends who do drug and have kiss” how did you manage to put how I feel about That 70’s Show into words

I was zoned out at 9:49 and assumed he was recapping the actual office then zoned back in to " jim realises he's been bisexual this whole time and ends up with kevin".