The first season of the TV series has now come to an end. The horror-fiction series created by Don Mancini follows the murders committed by the ‘Good Guy’ doll, sending the town of Hackensack to frenzy. The creative horror and absurd horror, along with the compelling characters that the series brings through, have been loved by the fans. It received a 90% Rotten Tomatoes, and its IMDb rating is 7.5/10.
The terrifying doll, which makes a sudden appearance in the suburban yard sale in his murderous endeavor, starts to also bring the town’s secrets and various hypocrisies to the forefront. Now that the first season has completed its premiere let us see what the critics think about it.
Critics Review for Chucky Season 1
Viewers remember the killer ‘Good Guy’ doll through various movies, and now it is back in its TV form. The deranged story the show brings forth has magnified Chucky’s edge. With the right amount of gore, wise yet dark humor, Chucky is still as threatening as ever. The idyllic American town of Hackensack becomes wrapped up in Chucky’s diabolical plan. However, it also opens up the hidden dirty secrets of the natives living in the town.
The series, also working through flashbacks, exposes the untold origin story of the notorious murderer ‘Charles Lee Ray’, as it transforms from an innocent child to the murderer he is today. He has splintered his souls into various Good Guy dolls, and killing each of them is no easy task. The series has reinvented his character and brings his narratives by giving it a teen drama angle.
The best part is that the show is accessible to both long-time fans and newcomers who are not yet acquainted with Chucky’s misdemeanors. The comeback of franchise veterans, namely, Brad Dourif (as Chucky’s voice actor) and Don Mancini (writer of Chucky film series), makes the TV show an unskippable watch.
How Many Episodes are there in the First Season?
In the first season of Chucky, there are eight episodes altogether. The episodes premiered from October 12 to November 30, 2021. These episodes were released on USA Network, and Syfy, at 10 pm ET. The episodes had a running time anywhere between 41 to 54 minutes.
The lead cast included Jake Wheeler by Zackary Arthur, Devon Evans by Björgvin Arnarson. Junior Wheeler is played by Teo Briones, Lexy Cross by Alyvia Alyn Lind. The voice of the central character Chucky or Charles Lee Ray, is portrayed by the veteran Brad Dourif.
What Happens in the Ending Episode of Chucky Season 1?
The first season of Chucky has been a wild ride, and it has come to an end with its finale episode, “An Affair to Dismember.” For helping Jake and his friends out, Kyle and Andy have come back to Hackensack. Chucky and Tiffany are preparing an army of Good Guy dolls, and Andy heads to the banquet to stop the major calamity from happening.
A major explosion happens as the antagonists’ plan unfolds, but Devon makes it out alive. When Chucky starts to threaten Lexy at the banquet, Junior comes ahead to kill the doll, which also leads him to die. Lexy, Devon, and Jake come to Junior’s grave at the end of the series.
Will there be a Season 2?
Fans will be excited to know that the horror series Chucky has received an early renewal for season 2. The show has received favorable reviews from critics and viewers alike. Hence, in November 2021, it was updated for its second season, which will be premiering in 2022. However, not much is known about the cast and plot details for the upcoming season.
