Channel 4's highly anticipated new gameshow, The Inheritance, has been met with a wave of stinging criticism following its premiere, leaving viewers deeply unimpressed and branding the format a convoluted mess.
Audiences took to social media in droves to express their disappointment, with a common complaint being that the show was trying and failing to emulate the runaway success of the BBC's smash hit, The Traitors. Many accused it of being a pale imitation that lacked the suspense and sleek production of its predecessor.
A Torrent of Viewer Disdain
The backlash was swift and severe. Comments from frustrated viewers piled up, labelling the debut episode as "dismal," "tedious," and "overly complicated." The complex rules and slow pacing were particular points of contention, leaving many struggling to understand the gameplay or invest in the contestants' fates.
One viewer succinctly captured the prevailing mood, calling the show "a game of not trying," a brutal contrast to the high-stakes deception that defines The Traitors.
Failing to Capture the Magic
Comparisons to The Traitors were inevitable and largely unfavourable. Where the BBC show is praised for its tense, psychological drama and crisp editing, viewers found The Inheritance to be plodding and confusing. The central premise, which involves contestants solving puzzles to win a share of a potential £100,000 inheritance, was criticised for lacking excitement and clarity.
The consensus among critics and audiences alike suggests that The Inheritance has failed to learn the key lessons from its successful counterpart, offering a cumbersome viewing experience instead of gripping entertainment.
