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I binged the series over a 2-day period and wished there was more. The characters were well developed and the whole thing was very entertaining. It covered many bases that divorce can bring about to family and friends, and dealt with issues of loss, honesty and aging, among others.

I wish Sheen and Waterston had had greater chemistry between them, but their interactions with the family members were believable and poignant. I especially enjoyed June Diane Raphael and Baron Vaughn, as two of the four adult children.

What I can't decide is who I liked better, Fonda or Tomlin. In each case, they braved characterizations that were vulnerable and multi-faceted. In the case of each, this is their best performance, and the two together were phenomenal. Funny one moment and heart-tugging the next.

This is an adult story, in the best sense of the word.

I will always love Lily Tomlin. I always enjoyed Jane Fonda in her youthful movie star mode, but since she came out of retirement, she elevates everything she's in. I think she was the primary reason I kept watching Newsroom for three seasons. I kept waiting for her every appearance. In Grace and Frankie, Tomlin and Fonda have to overcome a rather unbelievable situation--that is to face the fact that they husbands they have been married to for over forty years have somehow falling in love and intend to marry each other. Relegated to a kind of "Odd Couple" status, they end up living in a Malibu beach house their husbands bought years earlier. Each couple used the house on separate weekends. Now Grace and Frankie have to pick up the shattered pieces of their lives and move on. Jane Fonda as Grace is at her brittle comedic best. She delivers in spades, looks stunning in her latish 70s and plays off Lily Tomlin's hippy-esque character with spunk and funny nerve. Grace has to face the fact that she's an uptight, judgmental pain in the ass. And Tomlin's Frankie is just the person to remind her over and over again. The scripts are tightly funny. The interplay between the two ex-couples is expert. Sam Waterston and Martin Sheen have nearly thankless roles as the two spouses who dump their wives, but they handle the dialog ad the romantic banter with dignity. But let's face it, you're waiting for Grace and Frankie to spark off each other. It's not the kind of laugh-out-loud absurdest insults The Golden Girls hurled at each other with such glee, but the humor is key here. There is is just enough drama to remind us of the absurdity of life. I couldn't wait to watch this show when it was announced. Fonda and Tomlin were terrific with Dolly Parton in Nine to Five, but they are even better here. This is a terrific show. I'll stick around as long as these two glorious stars are here to make us laugh and cry.

I will admit the first episode is kind of "meh." I wasn't thrilled. I mean this was Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda! It should have been rolling funny.

It wasn't. And the second episode? Well...

But then!! OMGosh!

By the third episode the writers and cast and crew had found their stride and I was in love. So clever! So funny! So sweet! So engaging! Yes, that is a lot of explanation points but I couldn't help it. The show deserves them all.

Lily is simply wonderful as Frankie. I mean I fell in love with her. I want her as my BFF. Fonda was wonderful as well as the uptight Grace. She could have played it as a cliché but I was happy to find myself slowly warming up her as the episodes passed. In other words, Fonda showed up the person beneath the outer shell.

I liked Sheen but was crazy about Waterston playing the men who leave their wives to be with each other.

I wasn't crazy about some of the kids, but that wasn't the actor's faults. They did great. I just didn't find them very likable people. But again that was all right.

For instance is Brooklyn Decker cold as Mallory--but she was a chip off her old mother (Fonda). And Fonda's other daughter, June Diane Raphael as Brianna, is a bit of a bit*h. But again, she was a product of a mother who was never there and very self involved.

I did however love Ethan Embry as Coyote (one of Tomlin's adopted kids). He is a recovering addict of all kinds and my heart went out to him. The only member of the cast that I was cold to was Baron Vaughn as Nwabudike (the other adopted son). I don't want to be mean but he was terrible. He approached his character as if this show were a 70s sitcom and not a Netflix dramedy--his acting over the top. He jolted me out of the story every time.

I really hope this show comes back for a second season. I loved it!

This is a brilliant and timely series. Sheen, Waterston, Fonda, and Tomlin. I'd guess nearly 200 years of combined acting experience. It shows. The writing in this series is witty and attentive to popular culture. It gently picks away at the nonsense in our contemporary lives and exposes the raw human condition. The only thing that eats at me a little is the upper-class white privilege that penetrates throughout. Despite this, the series makes some very real, critical, and timely social commentary. At the very moment that the Supreme Court of the United States debates gay marriage, we have Martin Sheen and Sam Waterston - two very straight and very accomplished actors - kissing on the screen.

Having met Jane Fonda, Lilly Tomlin, and Martin Sheen, I can tell you that these actors care deeply about their work and the role it plays in advancing social justice.

Sadly, many will critique this show along political lines - whether they support equal rights or not. Watch it for yourself, it's good TV.

Though I see where one may feel it's dull or "Flat" as one reviewer called it. It's because this show has a sense of honesty and a realistic charm to make you forget its a show and not something happening to a friend. When something seems real it loses a bit of edge, real isn't sexy (girls wearing black thongs every night sexy/not real, ugly laundry or period panties so not sexy/ oh so real).This gem of a show has Tomlin, Fonda, Sheen and Waterson, Living Legends and they prove it in each scene. The history their characters have in some part feels more authentic do to the history the cast must actually have. Years working in the same industry, on a number of projects together (West Wing, Newsroom, 9 to 5, to name a few). The added connections brought by their children brilliantly played by Raphael, Vaughn, Decker and especially Ethan Embry legitimizes the story because no matter what we do it always effects our kids even if they're grown. The revolving door of great guest stars is that perfect little finishing touch to an already great freshman year. I cant wait for more , it does not help that I too binge watched in one sitting just created a longer wait for my self.

I love Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. I hope this show never ends. I just hate that Netflix releases whole seasons in one day. I already finished season 5, and now I don't know what to do with my life.

Grace and Frankie is a heartfelt comedy excellently portrayed by four veteran actors. This original comedy takes you into the lives of two couples and their families as they work through a major change in family dynamics. You'll find yourself wanting to learn more about the four main characters and how they adapt to their ensuing life changes. You'll find yourself empathizing with Grace and Frankie as they each reconcile with the end of their 40 year marriages. New opportunities for personal growth and understanding of different lifestyles create a platform for growth and understanding between all four characters. I watched all 13 episodes in 3 days and I did indeed laugh out-loud! Hats off to NetFlix for delivering a much needed adult comedy. Thank you to Lily, Jane, Sam and Martin for breathing the life into these characters.

Getting divorced at the age of 70? Leaving your wife for a man at the age of 70? In the past, people with more than 20 years of marriage just stuck together. Maybe they were not in love anymore, maybe there was only respect and companion, but a new start at the age of 70 was never a chance. Grace & Frankie makes the opposite happen in a such a real way. Because they are 70 years old people, but they live in 2015. They have cellphones, computers, they masturbate, they have sex, they get high, they feel lonely, they cry, they laugh (and make us laugh) about what happens when you are 70 and don't spend your days in a rocking chair.

I'm only 28 years old and find this show so refreshing. A reminder that getting older does not prevent you from doing stupid things, making mistakes and/or hurting people you love. Because getting older never means you stop failing at life, but you can always take it in a humorous way.

*Note* This review was written after finishing Season 1. I hope it continues this good.

Decades after they played co-workers in "9 to 5", Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are back together as friends who have to start cohabiting after their husbands (Martin Sheen and Sam Waterston) come out as gay. Sure enough, their personalities bounce off each other.

The show has lots in store, and in the process reminds us that Jane and Lily still got it. Definitely watch this series.

I have watched every episode of seasons 1 to 4 and absolutely glued to the screen. I'm not feeling it so much in season 5. Do others feel the same way? To me, it feels like it's lost something between season 4 and 5. I noticed a lot more swearing too. It's not an issue but much more noticeable in this season. It's still charming and fun but I'm not glued to the screen like the other seasons.

I was pleasantly surprised by Grace and Frankie. So often lately I have been disappointed in spite of a stellar cast. In this case the cast lived up to their reputations and I have to commend Sam Waterston and Martin Sheen for their performances. Another reviewer who stated "The thing about dramedies is that you want them to both be funny and dramatically compelling (i.e. Transparent). Grace and Frankie wasn't especially funny. And the trite hippie/uptight odd couple theme undercuts the drama; how sorry can you feel for clichés?" I'm not sure if he actually watched more than the 1st episode and if he didn't he missed the best part as it did start off a bit slow but Grace and Frankie is compelling with several interesting stories to tell with humor thrown in where it was needed. I felt like I was peeking in on 2 real families as they dealt with life changing events. I liked this so much more than Transparent which I thought was one huge cliché. The writing here was so much better and didn't rely on continual shock value, excessive foul language, and gratuitous nudity to get the story told or to hold the viewers interest. The solid script and performances did that in Grace and Frankie.

As the seasons went on, the show really gets worse and worse. Frankie starts acting as if she has brain damage and family drama is over the top.. It is sad because show was really fun at the beginning..

Got really tired of Frankie. She's not even a believable character anymore. Who the heck would put up with her. Charming and fun for a while but has become too slapstick and just plain dumb.

I started out absolutely loving this show, now I am part way through the 5th season and I find myself hating Frankie.. no longer fun and quirky, just unbearably irrational

Brianna is the best part of the show.

Grace & Frankie from enemy's to best friends. The duo goes through life & death together. Frankie is comical, witty, the fun one & Grace is the witty, uptight, business woman. Both come together at odds ends like a Ying & yang.

I loved this show. The 7th season finale was happy but sad. I will miss this show. I'm glad the ending was well written.

Two people who couldn't live without each other. Together they brought out good & bad of each other.

Frankie the positive person always shining & Grace was the negative person. Together they became the best of each other. No matter the problems either one had they both lifted each other up.

Both loved their families.

I loved the show, I hope there will be another season. I am looking forward to the next season. I watched the whole season in one afternoon. I found the show to be very funny. I love Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda. The story line was very creative, and the casting was perfect. I have read the reviews and I am happy that some enjoyed the show as much as I did. I don't find a lot of the Netflix shows on TV but I am a true fan of Netflix and find most their shows are very entertaining. I have had Netflix for years and find they have excellent shows. Grace and Frankie was a true gem of a show. Wow ten lines is a lot of information for someone like me that is not a big talker.

I've watched this series a few times...it ranks up there with "Frasier" as one of the series I can rewatch and enjoy. The leads are excellent...no surprise there. Secondary characters add so much to the story and are so funny (guest stars and those who were in a few episodes). As an older woman, I can relate to many of the story lines...of course...they are exaggerated for effect - but make me laugh out loud. It doesn't hurt that they live in a beautiful home at the beach (I really like the second home for Sal and Robert...gorgeous set). I was sorry to see the series end but look forward to the upcoming movies with Fonda and Tomlin.

Take four veteran incredible equally talented actors - Sam Waterston, Martin Sheen, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda and give them scripts that offer opportunities to 'be' deeply honest as they explore their new lives and relationships in a way that is rare in a sitcom. After one dinner announcement changes all of their lives in a most unexpected way. The balance between pain and humour is perfect. Now add the 4 adult children each with their own personalities and you see how they too navigate relationships. Fonda and Tomlin are pure magical gold. Waterston and Martin bring such an honesty to their relationship. They too are gold!! I'm on my third round watching this series and still laugh out loud and feel all the feels!!

This is an 11 out of 10 for rating. I find the entire cast amazing, and one of the best shows I've seen on net flex in a while. Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin look amazing, and make a great team. I power watched the episodes in one day, and awaiting many more. Keep them coming - I can't wait for more. I love Sam Waterston and Martin Sheen, and as actors, they make it seem so real. The actors portraying the children -awesome choice for great acting and seemed to have the reactions fitting for this type of family drama Brooklyn, Ethan, June and Baron nice job. Looking forward to this series continuing, and the chemistry between Jane & Lily, you nailed it. Keep up the good work.

All of my sorority sister, from over 3 decades,are wishing this was on all the time. I binged watched season 1 and 2 and then went into a "show-hole". Was delighted with Season 3 and ESPECIALLY the last couple of episodes. HEY CRITICS: You are not the general public with normal lives...I worked in that industry and everyone quickly can't see the forest for the trees. Listen to the public!! This is an amazing show and can speak for a bunch of us and we love it.

For the most part, I have been enjoying this series. I'm as far as the middle of Season Three, and beginning to find some of it hard going. There always seems to be some big issue that no one is talking about, and there are misunderstandings etc. It's frustrating.

I find Frankie highly annoying especially, with her fruitcake hippy- dippy ways, and holier-than-thou attitude about just about everything. She is spoiled and difficult and a giant pain in the you know what. Just clean up after yourself Frankie, and get over yourself while you're at it!

Grace is far more relate-able as far as I'm concerned, and Fonda plays the role very well; also she is in amazing physical condition, and while I assume she has had cosmetic surgery of some sort, it is extremely well done, and she still looks like herself. Can't believe she's in her mid-seventies; all that exercise in the 80s has served her well.

As far as I'm concerned, the standout among the veteran actors is Martin Sheen who shows an aptitude for a light comic touch - I would like to see more of him, and more humorous situations for him to react to. His partner Sol, played by Sam Waterston, is a lovely man, but I find him to be awkward to the extent that I can't really believe the romance between him and Robert. He is too much of a caricature; too much mugging and general mannerisms, tics and whatnot. I love the actor, but would like to see him toned down and more human, more believable.

All other supporting actors playing the adult children of the four main characters are wonderful,and a joy to watch. They are interesting and likable characters in their own right. I also enjoyed seeing the guest actors who come and go, Swoozie Kurtz, Marsha Mason, Sam Elliot, Craig T. Nelson, Mary Kay Place, Michael Gross etc. It's nice to see these professionals still in action.

One of my biggest beefs, and this is going to sound silly, but it really bothers me is this: There are many scenes where elaborate meals are prepared for various events, tables are laden with wonderful looking food which is set out for guests and then...someone says something, something happens, whatever - and suddenly the food is forgotten. No one eats! The food is just left there. Oooooh I hate that! Either have actors deal with the scene while eating, or don't have all that food sitting around. Just stop it!

She plays her character too dumb and there's a fine line between funny and pathetic silly