It looks like you might be referring to the of the meta-comedy series " Review " (specifically the 2014–2017 U.S. adaptation starring Andy Daly), which received significant critical acclaim during its 2015 run. Review: Season 1 Summary
Season 1 is "Certified Fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes , where critics praised Daly's "earnest portrayal" paired with "bleakness" and "radically morose" humor. Community Perspectives season_1.02015
Critics and fans often highlight how the show's unusual presentation eventually reveals a "serious ambition" and a "twisted" sense of humor. It looks like you might be referring to
“Review feels... hindered by its unusual presentation, but the radically morose 'Pancakes, Divorce, Pancakes' suggests a serious ambition for the show.” Rotten Tomatoes but the radically morose 'Pancakes