Reason for Binging
I was kinda forced to take JioHotstar Subscription and wanted to make the most of it.
Reason for Choosing the Show
Seemed like a good idea.
About the Show
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Platform: Hulu / ABC
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Genre: Comedy / Workplace / Slice-of-life
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Language / Country: English / USA
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Seasons: 2
My One-Line Takeaway
Interesting premise and a few likeable side characters — but the lead never connected with me, and the show felt uneven overall.
What It’s About
The show follows Nell, a struggling journalist who returns to her old life and ends up working as an obituary writer. As she writes about people who’ve died, their “ghosts” begin appearing to her — pushing her to confront her past, choices, and relationships.
My Review / Thoughts
The premise was interesting initially.
But I couldn’t relate to the FMC at all — except that she wrote. Somehow, I disliked her throughout. I think the actress is Gina Rodriguez? I haven’t seen her before or anything, but I didn’t like the character or the actor — both felt unlikeable to me.
Her roommate was the best character. Even her best friend and her mean boss had more personality and presence.
I didn’t like the love angle between the boss and the roommate. It felt unnecessary and awkward.
At times, the show gave me a Just Shoot Me vibe — especially with the father–daughter dynamic in a publishing-type work setting.
What I Liked
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The roommate’s quirk and humour
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The mean boss adding some energy to scenes
What Didn’t Work for Me
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Couldn’t connect with the FMC at all
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The character arc felt shallow and inconsistent
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Love angle between Nell’s boss and roommate felt forced
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Tone shifts — sometimes heartfelt, sometimes flat
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The premise starts strong but loses charm over time
Viewing Experience
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Light watch with short episodes
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Works more as a casual background show
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Not emotionally engaging enough for a binge
Favourite Character / Moment
The roommate — easily the most grounded and likeable presence in the show.
Who Should Watch It
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Viewers who enjoy:
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workplace comedies
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light fantasy elements
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Not ideal for viewers who need a strongly relatable lead
Final Thoughts
“Not Dead Yet” had potential and a unique setup, but the story didn’t connect for me emotionally — especially because the supporting characters felt stronger than the lead. It works as a light watch, but not one I’d return to.