Netflix's new comedy series Big Mistakes, created by Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott, is undoubtedly a direct heir to Weeds. The show is one of the examples of the dark comedy genre that has recently become popular, pushing ordinary people into a turbulent environment of guilt due to the upheavals of capitalism. The casting choice of Elizabeth Perkins, who was nominated for an Emmy for her role in Weeds, further strengthens this connection. However, while Weeds started with a sharp and conscious beginning and later devolved into chaos, Big Mistakes experiences this chaotic situation almost from the very start.

Set in New Jersey, the story revolves around Linda (Laurie Metcalf), a hardware store owner who decides to run for mayor after her mother dies. However, the series primarily focuses on her son Nicky (Dan Levy), a priest who doesn't date but has a secret relationship, and her daughter Morgan (Taylor Ortega), who has quit acting but is now an elementary school teacher. When the siblings go to buy a gift for their grandmother, Morgan ends up stealing a necklace, and they find themselves facing Russian gangsters, getting embroiled in deadly crimes.

The series not only boasts a great cast but also frequently delivers witty dialogue, and it is filled with surprises as long as you don't care about logic. Despite all its successful aspects, it's noteworthy that Big Mistakes is fundamentally a production based on plot mechanics and doesn't compromise much on character development. Levy continues the broad comedic style he started with Schitt's Creek here from start to finish, which can make viewers feel fatigued at times.

As Nicky's secret life, Morgan's relationship filled with failures, and Linda's political dream intertwine, the family's internal dynamics often take a backseat. The success of the show's cast and the chaotic entertainment presented by its creators depend on how much disbelief the audience is willing to accept. If you enjoyed shows like Killing It and Deli Boys, you should know that Big Mistakes is a series that offers completely immersive chaos without exploring similar emotional depths.

In conclusion, Big Mistakes is a largely comedic production that occasionally offers tension but lacks special depth. The series presents viewers with a bizarre journey while maintaining a broadly inflated comedic style from start to finish. It seems difficult to see the trajectory of progress from Levy's previous works in this series.