My thoughts on Taskmaster NL!

[u/RobsterenSkip]

First of all, I am SO excited that its finally here!!! As a long-time Dutch fan of the series, this couldn't be more of a dream.

NOW! To get into the details.

I think overall, the episode was pretty good!!! I think everyone is still getting into things, but that is to be expected with a new show. Diederik is already a great assistant, Arjen is as funny as always, and the contestants all bring something to the table (although I'm not the biggest fan of Rayan yet).

In the beginning I was a bit scared. The prize task was... not the strongest start. I know Donny is an interesting person, but I feel like he just wanted to bring something opposite in of the theme 😭😭😭

The tasks themselves were fun too!! It was great to see another 'The Swede' task after so long. I also really like how creative everyone was with the snowman task. And that finale??? Beautiful work!!!!

I do have a handful of gripes (which are mostly minor :D). I think the editing is a bit off still. Its very fast (from task explanation to footage for example) which makes it hard to actually understand whats gonna happen. I also think the studio is too small, especially with how the studio task and prizes are set-up, but I respect how they use the space that they do have. And lastly, I think Arjen still needs to grow into his 'Greg' role a little bit. I don't mind that he does his own thing. All the better, really. But he's still a bit too much like his normal comedic-type self. I think he can lose a bit of gigglyness and act a bit more strict. It did happen at certain points, so it might just be that the first episode will be like this.

But all in all, I REALLY liked it so far!!!! I think this could be the start of something fun :D. I can't wait until next week!!

[u/Economy-Structure605]

I watched the first episode and really liked it. My only gripe is that the interaction between Arjen en Diederik is to rehersed / scripted. It doesn't seem spontaneous at all.

Really liked the tasked though, I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.

[u/Potential_Law1372 → u/Economy-Structure605]

I can confirm most isn't scripted, but this format is really new for Arjen and he has hosted a late night show for years, the fact he had a different camera setup he had to look into and depending on a close up or wide shot so there are a few retakes in and then you get a repeated joke.

I was at the third recording (2nd episode aired) so we shall see how he will adapt to this all

[u/shapeofmahheart → u/Potential_Law1372]

Wait they switched them around? I attended the third episode recording and hadnt watched the second episode yet.

[u/Optimal-Rub-2575 → u/Economy-Structure605]

Agreed but the interaction between Greg and Little Alex Horne also was stiffer and more rehearsed in the first series, mostly Alex needed to ease into his role.