The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret

The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret: A Hilariously Cringe-Worthy Journey

So, let’s talk about Todd Margaret, a man whose life decisions are as questionable as a cat deciding to take a dip in a swimming pool. Our protagonist, played by the ever-awkward David Cross, is a walking disaster wrapped in a suit that clearly doesn’t fit him—kind of like his life choices.

First off, Todd lands a job in London, which is already a red flag since he’s about as qualified for international business as a goldfish is for skydiving. His boss, the delightfully eccentric and kind of terrifying Mr. D. (played by the charmingly unhinged Will Arnett), sends him on a mission to sell a completely fictional energy drink called “Thunder Muscle.” Spoiler alert: it’s not the drink that’s electrifying—it’s Todd’s sheer incompetence that shocks everyone around him.

As if that wasn’t enough, Todd decides to impress his boss and, oh boy, does he go off the rails faster than a toddler on a sugar rush. He mistakenly believes that showing off a ridiculous amount of confidence will lead to success. Instead, it leads to a series of catastrophes that could fill a book titled “How to Ruin Your Life in Less Than a Month.” From accidentally hiring a hitman to his romantic misadventures with the lovely but slightly confused Alice (played by the delightful Sharon Horgan), Todd’s life spirals out of control like a rollercoaster designed by a mad scientist.

In a particularly cringe-worthy moment, Todd ends up in a series of misunderstandings that culminate in a bizarre sequence involving a dog, a misunderstanding about a funeral, and a near-death experience that’s both hilarious and horrifying. You know you’re in deep trouble when your best friend (who’s definitely not a good influence) is trying to convince you to fake your own death just to escape your own mess. Spoiler: it doesn’t work out.

As the series progresses, Todd’s decisions become increasingly ludicrous. He somehow manages to alienate everyone around him while simultaneously trying to win back the affection of Alice, who, bless her heart, seems to have a soft spot for train wrecks. The show cleverly uses Todd’s failures to highlight how one man’s poor decisions can create a domino effect of chaos, leaving a wake of confusion, broken relationships, and one very confused dog.

By the end of the series, Todd’s life is a complete disaster zone, and just when you think he might learn something, he pulls another ridiculous stunt that leaves you questioning your own life choices. The series finale wraps up with a bizarre twist that makes you wonder if anyone truly learns from their mistakes or if we’re all just destined to repeat them, like Todd Margaret, the king of poor decisions.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a show that perfectly encapsulates the phrase “what not to do in life,” look no further than The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret. It’s a cringeworthy, laugh-out-loud experience that will leave you both horrified and entertained. Just remember, folks, sometimes the best decision is to just not make one at all!