Pilot episodes are crucial to a show's success. They serve a pivotal role by introducing characters and establishing dynamics, hooking audiences with a compelling storyline, and setting the tone for what's to come. Rachel Sennott's I Love LA stumbles in all of these areas and more. Landing a spot on HBO's coveted Sunday night lineup is a big deal — some of television's biggest shows in history have aired on that day and in that specific time slot. It cemented Sunday as a gold standard for television debuts, and rightfully so. It's home to award-winning series, including mega-successes such as The Last of Us, Succession, The Sopranos, and Game of Thrones.

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