Angie Tribeca

Angie Tribeca follows a straight-faced detective who likes operating on her own but ends up at the head of an eccentric LAPD squad that treats crime-solving like a nonstop sketch. Episodes pitch everyday police beats into absurd setups, so a murder of a ventriloquist sits beside a rash of baker suicides, each case serving as an excuse for puns, sight gags, and deliberately silly procedural twists. The pacing is rapid and jokey, with supporting detectives supplying eccentric rhythms that keep the tone light and the stakes intentionally cartoonish. Rashida Jones plays Angie with dry timing, Bobby Cannavale matches her earnestness, and the ensemble leans into parody over realism.

Created by Steve Carell and Nancy Carell, Angie Tribeca premiered in 2016 on TBS. The series was written and produced as a sustained spoof of police procedurals, featuring an ensemble led by Rashida Jones and Bobby Cannavale across several seasons.

The series drew praise from critics and comedy fans for its sharp writing and performances, but it didn't earn major industry awards like Emmys or Golden Globes. Any formal recognition tended to be limited and came from smaller, genre-focused outlets. Some cast and crew received mentions on critics' year-end lists.

Angie Tribeca's relentless sight gags, absurd setups, and deadpan performances helped it build a devoted fan base. Short jokes and visual bits have been clipped and shared online, and its unapologetic spoofing of cop-show tropes influenced later sketchy, high-energy comedies, and memorable character bits too.

Overall reception leaned toward mixed-positive, with a vote average of 6.386/10 from 140 votes indicating a niche fanbase. Critics highlighted its obsessive parody of police procedure, fast comic timing, and Rashida Jones' dry lead, while noting the nonstop silliness can wear thin for viewers preferring grounded drama.