The 6 Best (And 6 Worst) Things About Netflix's Divisive Seasons

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BY MICHAEL MONTGOMERY/MARCH 5, 2023 7:15 AM EST

"Arrested Development" has often been referred to by both fans and critics alike as ahead of its time. The show first premiered on Fox in November of 2003, and was something of a rarity compared to other network sitcoms. It didn't feature many of the classic sitcom elements, such as a laugh track, and relied heavily on jokes and storylines that built steadily throughout the show's run. Often, if a viewer missed one of the many small details in "Arrested Development," they could end up lost. Over its three years on air, the show had a difficult time building a steady audience and was sadly canceled after its Season 3.

However, over time, the show became a huge cult classic. Many of the elements that made the show difficult for audiences to get into during its original run helped make it ideal for rewatches or binges on DVD and streaming. After the show's three seasons were added to Netflix, it began to build a new and devoted audience. So when Netflix announced it would be making new seasons of the show featuring the original cast, it seemed like a match made in heaven. Unfortunately, the new seasons of "Arrested Development" weren't exactly what many viewers hoped for. Still, Netflix's seasons had a lot going for them, so here are the best and worst things about Netflix's original seasons of "Arrested Development."