Tom Holland, star of the Apple TV+ series “The Crowded Room,” has been candid about the mental toll that the show’s filming took on him. Despite this, Holland remains resilient in the face of criticism of the show. With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 31%, “The Crowded Room” has not been well-received by critics, but Holland maintains that the show’s message is an important one.
During an interview with Unilad’s “Get a Job!” Holland joked that his resilience to criticism comes from being a fan of the Tottenham soccer club, which has “never won anything.” He added that supporting the team is “incredibly difficult.” Holland continued, “I’m here today to promote the show. I’m still here. I’m very resilient. It’s a good quality in a new employee.”
Later in the interview, Holland spoke about the message of “The Crowded Room.” He emphasized that asking for help should be celebrated in society, as it is an act of bravery. “Whether it is substance abuse, whether it is abuse at home, whether it is abuse at school standing up and asking for help is not something you should be ashamed of and I hope that this show can represent that in a truthful and authentic, and most importantly sensitive way.”
Holland acknowledged that the show’s difficult subject matter may not be for everyone, but he hopes that it will empower viewers to seek help when they need it. He said, “So, for me, if we can somehow make people feel empowered by saying, ‘I’m not feeling good, I really need some help,’ then we’ve done what we’ve set out to do.”
Despite the negative reviews of “The Crowded Room,” Holland expressed gratitude for the support of his fans. He thanked them for their positive ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, which currently stand at 89%. During an appearance on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” Holland said, “I feel so grateful that I have a wonderful community of people that support me and are there for me, so I’m honored and really excited for the rest of the show to come out.”
Holland’s resilience in the face of criticism of “The Crowded Room” highlights the importance of seeking help when dealing with difficult situations. The show’s message that asking for help is an act of bravery is a powerful one that resonates with many people, and Holland’s advocacy for this message is admirable. Despite the show’s low Rotten Tomatoes score, Holland’s positive attitude towards the show and its impact on viewers is a testament to his dedication to his craft and his desire to create meaningful content.