Weeds

Synopsis

Weeds follows the life of suburban widow Nancy Botwin, who turns to selling marijuana to support her family after the sudden death of her husband. Juggling her newfound illegal business, nosy neighbors, and her teenage sons, Nancy navigates the treacherous world of drug dealing in an affluent neighborhood while keeping her activities hidden from those closest to her. The series delves into themes of morality, family dynamics, and social issues as Nancy's double life unravels with both comedic and dramatic consequences.

Cast

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  Mary-Louise Parker

  Nancy Botwin

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  Justin Kirk

  Andy Botwin

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  Hunter Parrish

  Silas Botwin

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  Alexander Gould

  Shane Botwin

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  Kevin Nealon

  Doug Wilson

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  Jennifer Jason Leigh

  Jill Price-Grey

Reviews

Weeds received critical acclaim for its dark humor, engaging storyline, and standout performances. Rotten Tomatoes lauded the show, stating 'Weeds cleverly explores suburban life through the lens of a marijuana business, delivering sharp satire and memorable characters.' IMDb users rated Weeds 7.9/10, with one review praising it as 'a perfect blend of drama and comedy that keeps you hooked from start to finish.' Metacritic also praised the series, noting 'Weeds is a unique take on the typical suburban drama, blending wit with social commentary.' Despite some critics feeling the show's later seasons lost momentum, Weeds overall remains a standout in the dramedy genre.