The Detour

2016, Show

A what-in-the-living-hell-is-wrong-with-this-family comedy created by comic super-couple Jason Jones & Samantha Bee and inspired by their own experiences with family trips. Unfiltered dad Nate hits the road with wife Robin and kids Delilah and Jared. Every leg of their trip is fraught with disaster as they encounter one hellish turn after another. If there's trouble on the road, this family will find it and plow into it.

Country: Canada,United States

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Amazon Prime

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Ratings

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7.7

Critic rating

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8.0

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Critic Season 1 Kari Croop

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...with creative storytelling, edgy humor, and great performances, it almost plays like a big-screen comedy, but one that's delivered in measured doses to keep us coming back for more.

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"The Detour" is a comedy series that follows the misadventures of the Parker family as they embark on a disastrous road trip from New York to Florida. Along the way, they encounter a series of hilarious mishaps, including car trouble, run-ins with law enforcement, and unforeseen medical issues. As they navigate their way through the challenges of family life, Nate's secrets and Robin's past threaten to tear them apart. With a unique blend of humor and heart, "The Detour" is a wild ride that will keep you laughing and guessing until the very end.

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You can stream The Detour on: Amazon Prime

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