[s4e1] Simple Pleasures May 2026

A reviewer for the AV Club pointed out that Lip’s transition to college is a highlight; despite his intelligence, he finds himself struggling with poor grades and the "refusal to upshift" to meet academic challenges.

Fans on Reddit shared mixed emotions about the characters' growth, particularly regarding Debbie's transition into a "preteen brat." [S4E1] Simple Pleasures

The absence of major characters like Jimmy and Ian was noted as "discombobulating" for some viewers, though it allowed the episode to focus more on the remaining family dynamics. A reviewer for the AV Club pointed out