36 pages 1 hour read

Neil Simon

The Odd Couple

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1965

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Odd Couple by Neil Simon is praised for its sharp wit and dynamic character interactions. Reviewers admire its comedic portrayal of mismatched roommates and its insightful commentary on friendship. However, some criticize it for relying on stereotypes and for a plot that can feel predictable. Overall, it remains a beloved and humorous classic in American theater.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Odd Couple?

Readers who enjoy sitcom humor, mismatched friendships, and witty dialogue will appreciate Neil Simon's The Odd Couple. Fans of character-driven stories similar to those in Richard Russo's Straight Man or the comedic elements in Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five will find this play engaging and humorous.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Play: Drama
Play: Comedy / Satire
Education
Themes
Relationships: Friendship
Relationships: Marriage
Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness
Topics
Relationships
Depression / Suicide
Education