Despite the controversy—or perhaps because of it—Season 1 was a ratings juggernaut for MTV, tripling its audience by the finale. A Complete Retelling of MTV's the Jersey Shore - PART 1
: Conversely, many critics and viewers on Metacritic and IMDb lambasted the show as vapid and irresponsible, citing the heavy use of stereotypes and offensive language as "detrimental to society". Jersey Shore - Season 1
: Proponents, including reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes , argue it is a "wild ride" that captures a specific late-2000s young adult scene with surprising sincerity. including reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes
: Season 1 is defined by the group's initial friction, such as Snooki's struggle to fit in early on and Angelina's eventual departure from the house. Jersey Shore - Season 1