Why doesn't annyone like Arli$$?

[Mazzocchi]

That show got such bad reviews, but I've been watching it like every day on ESPNClassic (Classic Comedy Block, "Arli$$" and "Cheap Seats" Back-To-Back) and I actually like it very much!
I think its pretty funny, good stories, and I love the occasional athleates that pop in and out.

So why did it get such bad reviews when it was on HBO?

For those that dont know...

Arliss (rendered in its logo as Arli$$) was an American situation comedy on HBO about a sports agent and his group of associates. The series premiered in 1996 and ended in 2003. Reruns of the show now air on ESPN Classic in their comedy block where it's partnered with Cheap Seats.

Arliss stars Robert Wuhl, who also produced the show, as Arliss Michaels, the president of a sports agency who tries to cater to his clients' every need as best as he can. His clients' requests often provide the show's punchlines. Sandra Oh plays Rita Wu, an Asian American woman who sometimes serves as Arliss' best friend and counselor, and who is always very well-dressed. Wu's attraction to Hispanic men is notable. Jim Turner plays Kirby Carlisle, a middle-aged man whose excessive enjoyment of women, alcohol and gambling cause him much suffering. Afraid of needles, he later discovers that he is, in fact, a diabetic who requires insulin shots. Michael Boatman plays Stanley Babson, a conservative African American financial advisor who sometimes threatens Arliss's agency's financial health by making mistakes on clients' portfolios.

Real athletes also appear on the show from time to time. Among the famous athletes who have appeared on the show are Oscar De La Hoya, Dan Marino, and Emmitt Smith.

[Andrew]

I haven't seen much of it, from what I have seen it had its moments but very quickly developed a "more of the same" feeling. If it comes back on here, either on FTA or Foxtel I might give it another chance.

[nbalive744]

Wow Mazz, I have flashbacks now lol, back when I was 7-8 I was watching Arliss with my dad in my old house like everyday, I miss the good ol' days .

[J@3]

I quite liked it too, I didn't see too many episodes but the ones I did see were good.

[Riot]

I've never seen it but I do like watching Cheap Seats whenever I see it on ESPN Classic.