‘All’s Fair’ Review: Kim Kardashian Is an Appropriately Wooden Lead for Ryan Murphy’s Empty, Unforgivably Dull Hulu Drama

‘All’s Fair’ Review: Kim Kardashian Leads Ryan Murphy’s Hollow Hulu Drama

Naomi Watts, Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Teyana Taylor, and Niecy Nash-Betts star in this series about an all-female firm of divorce lawyers representing female clients. In some ways, Kim Kardashian might be the ideal lead for All’s Fair, Ryan Murphy’s polished but empty legal drama on Hulu.

This is not to claim Kardashian delivers a strong performance—far from it. Her acting comes across as stiff and emotionless, lacking any genuine depth. The presence of legendary actresses like Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Sarah Paulson, and Teyana Taylor only draws more attention to Kardashian’s limited range.

Kardashian’s mechanical performance aligns with the show’s equally flat writing, which feels detached and inauthentic throughout. Her role generates buzz without offering substance, mirroring a series seemingly designed more for viral clips than meaningful storytelling.

"It’s the other actresses, trying to sell material unworthy of their efforts, whom you feel sorry for — or whom you would feel sorry for, if the show weren’t also reminding you every five minutes how awesome it is to have lots of money and then make even more money."

For the sake of their dignity and to preserve any suspension of disbelief, one can only hope that all cast members, Kardashian included, received substantial compensation for this work.

Summary

This glossy legal drama features a strong cast undermined by lifeless writing and a lead performance that perfectly embodies the show's lack of authenticity and purpose.

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The Hollywood Reporter The Hollywood Reporter — 2025-11-04

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