Kim Kardashian’s New Series “All’s Fair” Slammed by Critics
All’s Fair — the new legal drama series on Hulu (and internationally via Disney+) starring Kim Kardashian and produced by Ryan Murphy — has triggered an avalanche of negative reviews shortly after its premiere on November 4, 2025.
Here’s a breakdown of what the critics are saying — and what it means for Kardashian’s attempt to cross over into scripted television.
Critical reception: overwhelming backlash
From the start, All’s Fair faced harsh criticism:
- The show received a rare 0 % rating on Rotten Tomatoes in its initial batch of reviews.
- The Guardian’s critic Lucy Mangan labelled the series “existentially terrible,” concluding she “did not know it was still possible to make television this bad.”
- The Times critic Ben Dowell declared it “may well be the worst television drama ever made.”
- The Telegraph along with others called it “a crime against television.”
According to critics, the major issues include stiff performances, awkward dialogue, and a sense that the show prioritises style over substance.
Kim Kardashian’s leading role: the focus of criticism
In the series, Kardashian plays Allura Grant, a high-powered divorce attorney in an all-female law firm. But critics found her performance lacking:
- The actor’s portrayal was described as “stiff and affectless without a single authentic note.”
- Her performance was specifically singled out even among other issues — suggesting that the casting and execution did not resonate with reviewers.
- Some commentators argued the quality gap was surprising given the heavyweight supporting cast (including Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, and Naomi Watts).
Behind the scenes: high ambitions, low reception
The show had a lot of ingredients for success — a popular star, a veteran creator, and a topical premise (women lawyers, high-stakes divorce cases, glamour). But critics argue those ingredients didn’t cohere.
- The show was created by Ryan Murphy, known for hit series in the genre, but some feel it misfired here.
- Some critics speculate the lack of advance screenings (for press) signalled low confidence. depth.
What this means for Kardashian, the show and viewers
For Kim Kardashian, this marks a bold move deeper into scripted drama and production. But the reception may raise questions about brand-extension, audience expectations, and talent alignment.
For the show, while the initial critical reception is grim, some viewers still may tune in — either out of curiosity (how bad can it be?) or because they enjoy camp and over-the-top storytelling. Indeed, some social-media users suggested the show might find a niche in that regard.
For viewers, this is a moment to ask: Are you watching for the celebrity name? The premise? Or quality writing and acting? This series underscores the gap that can exist between star power and production execution.
