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Netflix's 'Big Mistakes': Sibling Shenanigans Amid Gangster Trouble

4/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Netflix's crime comedy Big Mistakes follows siblings Nicky and Morgan after Morgan shoplifts a necklace, drawing them into trouble with a Russian gangster and absurd events.
Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott created the series for Netflix.
Critics praise the cast, especially Levy and Ortega, whose sibling chemistry drives the humor.
The plot is criticized for lack of coherence and depth, and relies on implausible scenarios, ending in a cliffhanger.

History

Historical Context

"The Sopranos," created by David Chase, premiered on January 10, 1999, on HBO, revolutionizing crime dramas with its complex portrayal of mob life and family dynamics. The series, featuring James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano, attracted over 13 million viewers and is credited with ushering in a Second Golden Age of Television, influencing contemporary storytelling in shows like Netflix's "Big Mistakes."

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Story summary

Netflix's crime comedy Big Mistakes follows siblings Nicky and Morgan after Morgan shoplifts a necklace, drawing them into trouble with a Russian gangster and absurd events.
Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott created the series for Netflix.
Critics praise the cast, especially Levy and Ortega, whose sibling chemistry drives the humor.
The plot is criticized for lack of coherence and depth, and relies on implausible scenarios, ending in a cliffhanger.

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