When old friends, new tensions, and seasonal getaways collide, the result is a sharply observed comedy-drama that’s equal parts heart and humour. With a stellar cast led by Tina Fey and Steve Carell, this reimagining of the 1981 film dives into friendship, divorce, and the delicate art of growing older—together, and sometimes apart.
I was scrolling through the endless TV options one evening, not really looking for anything—and then this caught my eye. Netflix’s Four Seasons is a smart, stylish comedy-drama that unpacks long-term friendship, middle-age reinvention, and the kind of chaos only your oldest friends can cause. Created by comedy powerhouses Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, this fresh series reimagines the 1981 Alan Alda film of the same name for a new generation—swapping earnestness for sharp wit and emotional nuance.
The setup? Every season, three married couples—deep in decades of friendship—escape on ritualistic weekend getaways. Think lakeside homes, coordinated knitwear, and far too much wine. But when one of the couples divorces, the group’s carefully balanced dynamic unravels in surprisingly poignant (and often hilarious) ways.
Starring Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte, the ensemble is electric. Each actor brings depth and dry charm to their role, capturing the messiness of long-term relationships with humour and heart. The chemistry is undeniable, and there’s a warm, lived-in quality to their scenes together that makes the comedy hit harder—and the heartbreak linger.
And yes, Alan Alda himself makes a gentle cameo, lending a lovely sense of legacy to the series.
While the premise is light and breezy, Four Seasons doesn’t shy away from deeper emotional terrain. It tackles aging, identity, resentment, and renewal with grace—and a few fantastically awkward dinner table scenes. Think Big Little Lies meets Friends, filtered through a Tina Fey lens.
Visually, it’s easy on the eyes. Each setting reflects a different season—sun-drenched beaches, golden autumn (fall) weekends, snowy escapes—making it feel quietly cinematic.
Verdict:
Four Seasons is heartfelt, hilarious, and quietly profound. A love letter to the people you grow up with—and sometimes grow out of. A must-watch for fans of smart storytelling and sharply observed relationships.
Now streaming on Netflix.
