Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Faltering French medical drama has sexual themes, drinking.
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Everything Is Fine
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What's the Story?
In EVERYTHING IS FINE, a woman named Claire (Virginie Efira, Benedetta) is dreaming about a horrible clown stalking her on the street. She signals to her sister, Marion (Sara Giraudeau), to slip into a bakery, slipping in step behind the clown, pushing him down and beating him to a pulp. Though this scenario ends up being a dream, it symbolizes Claire's looming fears of a medical procedure her niece will be undergoing shortly. Can Claire's family stick together to support those who need them the most? Or are they too self-absorbed to see beyond themselves?
Is It Any Good?
Though the acting in this bland French series isn't anything to complain about, the writing falls short of gripping. A child's ailment lends necessary gravity to the drama, but there's nothing intriguing or fascinating about Everything Is Fine. People are having affairs, a mother is a closet smoker; insert shrug here.
If teens and parents are looking for a soapy series to binge, this won't keep anyone up past their bedtime. Rather, the pregnant pauses and obvious observations might serve to send viewers to dreamland.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about courage in Everything Is Fine. What is particular about medical situations that requires bravery and courage? What helps get people through tough times?
The family in this show works together to help those in need. How does teamwork make your family stronger?
Communication is key in times of crisis. How does miscommunication cause trouble in this show?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 28, 2024
- Cast : Sara Giraudeau , Virginie Efira , Mehdi Nebbou
- Network : Hulu
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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