It’s that time of year again! Lots of new shows have graced the airwaves and I’ve watched a bunch hoping for that elusive yet impressive gem. Some were hits, some were misses, but there is no doubt that there’s certainly a lot of interesting new television for people to consume.
Star Trek: Discovery
I was really pumped for this reboot (which is a surprise considering my feelings on reboots tend to be sour) and the premiere episode definitely delivered. The cast’s diversity and complexity created depth and intrigue right away. I had no idea this was only going to be available on CBS Access so I admittedly haven’t seen another episode yet. However, I hope to get to it soon!
Young Sheldon
This concept didn’t really attract me, but since I’m a Big Bang viewer, I got suckered into catching it’s first episode. For a fan of the original show, the little nods and voice over by adult Sheldon create a sense of nostalgia but I’m not sure it really holds up on its own. For a wholesome family comedy it is a good choice, though.
The Mayor
As far as sitcoms go, The Mayor is created with that extra special ingredient: relevance. It also doesn’t hurt that the lead and his friends blend really well together as a team and the comedic situations are believable not forced. By focusing on important topics in a funny manner, this show definitely shines.
The Gifted
An X-Men spin-off TV show? YES PLEASE! The variety of mutants was a delight to see. Some are from the comics, others are original to the show, but the mix is spectacular. The twist on the sentinels is another cool nod to the comics so the show succeeds in the concept department. It’s delivery is a bit clunky due to a lack of cast chemistry but I think given some time and development this could be something special.
Kevin Probably Saves the World
Jason Ritter is a highly undervalued actor and I’m so glad to see him back in something where he can flex his talent. This role feels hand-created for Ritter (which it may very well have been) and he thrives in all the best ways. It’s emotional, funny, deep, light-hearted, familiar, but also unique. To me, this speculative-ish story is the winner of the season.
Netflix Pick
American Vandal:
While this may not be a network TV newbie, it’s a fall released series that is definitely worth the watch. For anyone who liked Serial and is remotely interested in YA stories (which I assume you are if you’re on my blog) this is constructed exactly like a YA version of that. It really should be a novel! Or be used as inspiration for one. All you need to know is the tagline: Who Drew The Dicks?
Source: You Are What You Write
