How fans and critics are reacting to Netflix's new sitcom Leanne - a new comfort binge-watch?

Netflix's new binge-worthy sitcom Leanne has been described by some critics as the perfect comfort-watch.

Leanne, created by comedian Leanne Morgan, Chuck Lorre of Two and a Half Men fame, and Susan McMartin, debuted on Netflix on 31st July.

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The official synopsis reads: 

'Leanne's (Leanne Morgan) world is turned upside down when her husband of 33 years unexpectedly leaves her for another woman. Supported by her family, including her ride-or-die sister Carol (Kristen Johnston), Leanne learns to embrace the chaos and finds strength, laughter and hope in the most unexpected places. This heartfelt comedy proves that it's never too late to rewrite your story.

Leanne Netflix reviews

Here's what critics and fans have had to say about the sitcom.

"Whether it’s Morgan’s wile or that the show reminds me of a simpler time of televisual viewing, there’s something inherently appealing about Leanne as a show, however conventional it may be." - Peter Gray of the AU Review.

"If it’s rarely hilarious, it’s pleasant in a sturdy, old-fashioned way, with a back-to-basics reliance on likable characters and approachable chemistry over topical jokes or formal experimentation." - The Hollywood Reporter.

"It’s been a while since Netflix delivered a classic-style sitcom with the potential to become comfort-viewing gold, but that might just change with the arrival of Leanne." - Tom's Guide.

"Apart from the star herself, the show is as conventional as can be. A character embarking on a new chapter is, of course, the starting point of every third sitcom ever made, but given that many of us have either had to start new chapters or wish we could, it’s a suitable way to start." - LA Times.

"With eight episodes of the sixteen provided for review, the show takes some time to gain momentum. The first couple of episodes, dedicated to setting up exposition, are a little slow and clunky, with some lines coming off a bit more rigid than expected. However, the characters and story eventually found their little groove, flowing smoothly thereafter. Once you make it through that first awkward section, the pacing picks up and the interactions between characters are much more compelling." - Collider.