Review: “Ted Lasso” returns, refreshed, to the pitch
Tanya Reynolds and Jason Sudeikis in “Ted Lasso.” “Ted Lasso” is back on Apple TV, which was no sure thing after the series more or less wrapped up in May of 2023.…
"Ted Lasso" returned to Apple TV for a fourth season, bringing fresh themes and a new dynamic to the beloved underdog story. After a season-long visit to Ted's home in Kansas City, the football-turned-soccer coach returned to Richmond, where a new women's team was launching and may need his coaching touch. While the teams have changed, the essence of the series remains intact, with Ted's signature aphorisms and the strong bond between owner Rebecca and marketing genius Keely still present.
Newcomer Tanya Reynolds ("Sex Education") plays Alice Chilton, the only coach allowed in the women's locker room. Reynolds injects grit into the series, preventing it from becoming overly sentimental. However, breakout character Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein), the men's team manager, remains somewhat sidelined, with romantic storylines overshadowing his character development.
With a mix of laughter and heart, the first half of season four kept viewers entertained, reaffirming why "Ted Lasso" is a comedic gem.
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