Fans often revisit the first season for its "nostalgic" and "unpolished" energy, showcasing the family's early home life before their astronomical wealth.

“Knowing who [Kim] is now, and seeing who she was then... is an incredibly delicious feeling.” Rotten Tomatoes

Season 1 of (2007) is widely regarded by retrospective viewers as a "messy," raw, and highly entertaining foundation for the family's future empire . Unlike the polished and corporate feel of their more recent series, the original season captured a family that had "nothing to lose," resulting in unfiltered chaos and genuine sibling squabbles. Retrospective Appeal

Reviewers highlight the "beautiful mess" of early episodes, such as Kim’s anxiety over her Playboy shoot or the sisters’ "petty fights" that felt more relatable than today's business-heavy plotlines.

Common themes in negative reviews include the show's perceived "rampant materialism" and its potentially negative influence on younger viewers due to frequent "sexual references and adult themes". Retrospective Reviews

Early reviewers noted that despite the "raw" feel, some scenarios felt "opaquely scripted," such as a plotline involving a "hot nanny" that many suspected was an actress.