This is one of the new fall series I'm really looking forward too.. besides the fact that is has the wonderful Summer Glau, the storyline just sounds cool.
(http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/8/2010/05/500x_custom_1274048984123_thecape.jpg)
(http://www.capesite.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/capecast.jpg)
"The Cape" is a one-hour drama series starring David Lyons ("ER") as Vince Faraday, an honest cop on a corrupt police force, who finds himself framed for a series of murders and presumed dead. He is forced into hiding, leaving behind his wife, Dana (Jennifer Ferrin, "Life on Mars") and son, Trip (Ryan Wynott, "Flash Forward"). Fueled by a desire to reunite with his family and to battle the criminal forces that have overtaken Palm City, Faraday becomes "The Cape" his son's favorite comic book superhero — and takes the law into his own hands. Rounding out the cast are James Frain ("The Tudors") as billionaire Peter Fleming – The Cape's nemesis – who moonlights as the twisted killer: Chess; Keith David ("Death at a Funeral") as Max Malini, the ringleader of a circus gang of bank robbers who mentors Vince Faraday and trains him to be The Cape; Summer Glau ("Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles") as Orwell, an investigative blogger who wages war on crime and corruption in Palm City; and Dorian Missick ("Six Degrees") as Marty Voyt, a former police detective and friend to Faraday.
NBC's The Cape - Trailer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxHY9chLYic#)
Also if I remember the last ep of KOTG correctly, aren't two people from The Guild in this pilot as well?
Quote from: billybob476 on May 18, 2010, 09:11:12 AM
Also if I remember the last ep of KOTG correctly, aren't two people from The Guild in this pilot as well?
Yep.. Fernando Chien how played Wade Wei in Season two and J. Teddy Gracia who played Brusier in Season 3
Some more on The Cape, this below from Bear McCreary's blog, and if you are at Comic Con. I wish.
The Cape
2:15 – 3:15
Room 6A
San Diego Comic-Con fans will get an exclusive look at the pilot episode of NBC's newest super hero drama "The Cape." Debuting on NBC midseason in the 2010-2011 season, "The Cape" shows us "One man can make a difference"... when Vince Faraday, an honest cop on a corrupt police force, is framed for murder and presumed killed, he assumes the identity of his son's favorite comic book superhero – The Cape – to reclaim his name, family and city from the ruthless ARK Corporation and the masked villain known as Chess.
Moderated by Jonah Weiland (Comicbookresources.com) in a Q&A session with the cast – David Lyons (ER), Summer Glau (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles), James Frain (True Blood), Dorian Missick (Six Degrees), Keith David (Gamer), Vinnie Jones (X-Men: Last Stand), Martin Klebba (Pirates of the Caribbean) – and from the production team– Creator / Executive Producer, Tom Wheeler (Empire), Composer Bear McCreary (Battlestar Galactica), Showrunner / Executive Producer John Wirth (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles). All attendees will receive a limited edition comic with cover art by superstar artist John Cassady created especially for Comic-Con 2010!
And yes... this means I'm scoring The Cape. :) Come down and check out the pilot, or catch up with me at the signing afterwards to learn more about this exciting new series.
This is really shaping up to be a great series. Now Bear is on board scoring it! Great news!
The trailer had been removed so I'm going to re-post it here.
this really does look like a pretty good show. I'm looking forward to it as well.
"And you need to work on your math." I love that! :D
The Cape - Preview (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYfJSZZpia0#)
I'm going to try and make the panel for this one.. it's in such small room and I won't wait for hours in line to see it.. I'll let you know if I get in.
Looking forward to this series a lot!
Whoo hoo.. this is coming in Jan.
The new action-drama "The Cape" will premiere with a two-hour episode on Jan. 9 (9-11 p.m.), repeating at 9 p.m. Jan. 10 then beginning its regular time period at 9 p.m. Jan. 17.
This looks good!
Another promo with Summer Glau. Looking better and better!
The Cape - Orwell (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_SL_2nQpvA#ws)
Don't forget this started this week.. already DVR'd it.
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on January 03, 2011, 11:42:57 AM
Don't forget this started this week.. already DVR'd it.
Did it air already? Holy cow! I thought it was this coming weekend.
Quote from: Rico on January 03, 2011, 12:39:31 PM
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on January 03, 2011, 11:42:57 AM
Don't forget this started this week.. already DVR'd it.
Did it air already? Holy cow! I thought it was this coming weekend.
Sorry about that.. meant to say that it "Starts" this week... It starts on Sunday
Can't wait until Sunday to watch THE CAPE? Own an iPad or iPhone? Watch it Now! http://bit.ly/gfuvXj (http://bit.ly/gfuvXj)
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on January 05, 2011, 06:16:34 PM
Can't wait until Sunday to watch THE CAPE? Own an iPad or iPhone? Watch it Now! http://bit.ly/gfuvXj (http://bit.ly/gfuvXj)
That would work if I could buffer the stream, but since my internet isn't capable of handling such a HQ file via streaming and the app apparently won't let me buffer it, I can't watch it. Anyway. I need to go shake my fist at the internet company again. ;)
Oh well.
King
I just watched it on my iPad after dinner. Pretty interesting first hour. Some of the dialog was a bit cliche but it looks promising. I will give it a chance.
Does Summer Glau only have one set of facial expressions? She still just reminds me of the Terminator in the Sarah Connor Chronicles... hee hee
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on January 05, 2011, 07:57:13 PM
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on January 05, 2011, 06:16:34 PM
Can't wait until Sunday to watch THE CAPE? Own an iPad or iPhone? Watch it Now! http://bit.ly/gfuvXj (http://bit.ly/gfuvXj)
That would work if I could buffer the stream, but since my internet isn't capable of handling such a HQ file via streaming and the app apparently won't let me buffer it, I can't watch it. Anyway. I need to go shake my fist at the internet company again. ;)
Oh well.
King
That's odd. Is it your internet provider or your wireless setup?
Listen to the Main Title to The Cape by Bear McCreary here
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CAPE Main Title - Bear McCreary (http://vimeo.com/18538692)
Awesome theme music! Very nice and interesting article on "The Cape" at the link below that goes into some of it's comic book tones. I'm really looking forward to this series and hope that NBC gives it a good chance.
http://insidetv.ew.com/2011/01/08/exclusive-the-cape-subversive-secrets-nbcs-new-superhero-drama/ (http://insidetv.ew.com/2011/01/08/exclusive-the-cape-subversive-secrets-nbcs-new-superhero-drama/)
Getting excited for this in about 30min. on NBC. There's a neat little breakdown of someone giving reasons for both how the show may fail or succeed. Some very slight spoilers (pics) and things here at this link but nothing big.
http://www.buddytv.com/slideshows/the-cape/20-reasons-why-the-cape-will-succeed-or-fail-43882.aspx (http://www.buddytv.com/slideshows/the-cape/20-reasons-why-the-cape-will-succeed-or-fail-43882.aspx)
Quote from: Rico on January 06, 2011, 05:43:40 AM
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on January 05, 2011, 07:57:13 PM
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on January 05, 2011, 06:16:34 PM
Can't wait until Sunday to watch THE CAPE? Own an iPad or iPhone? Watch it Now! http://bit.ly/gfuvXj (http://bit.ly/gfuvXj)
That would work if I could buffer the stream, but since my internet isn't capable of handling such a HQ file via streaming and the app apparently won't let me buffer it, I can't watch it. Anyway. I need to go shake my fist at the internet company again. ;)
Oh well.
King
That's odd. Is it your internet provider or your wireless setup?
No, its the internet provider. Rather than fix it though, they just blame us and hang up the phone. I've given up trying. They have a monopoly on us, they know it and we have few choices.
King
And before you say "Maybe they are right", one of their techs admitted that the DSL line had interference in it but said that it must be that we didn't connect a phone to a filter. I've only checked our phones about 10 times now and they still have that "magic" filter. Regardless, they refuse to listen and would rather we just suffer.
King
That music is cool! Sounds very superhero classic. Can't wait for the show either.
We are going to record this and watch it this week. I hope Jamie likesit!
Just got done watching the first two hours and liked it. Has a few cliche moments, but for comic book fans this show is going to be great. Some cool action, fun bad guys, etc. Off to a promising start.
P.S. I want Orwell's (Summer Glau's) car in this show!
I SO want Orwell's car too! Very sweet!
I liked the show as well. I am hoping it will progress quickly as we see how The Cage develops his abilities and begins to utilize his detective skills. I kinda wonder if this is going to be a little 'Batman-like' in terms of brain AND brawn used to deal with the bad guys.
He needs to work on the flight thing tho. The cape did not appear to be able to hold his weight for gliding. Perhaps that was because he did not deploy it correctly this time?
It was fun to watch!
Cool; it's on hulu. :) I hope to check it out soon.
Quote from: wraith1701 on January 10, 2011, 04:14:38 AM
Cool; it's on hulu. :) I hope to check it out soon.
They are also rerunning the opening episodes tonight on NBC once more. Hopefully two nights of the premiere will get more people on board.
I enjoyed it a lot. It has a great mix of drama, action and humor. I kept half expecting Summer to click into her River role and kick the crap out of the bad guys! :)
I hope they don't screw this show up like Heroes got screwed up though. I really like The Cape and think it could have a future, should they decide to keep the spirit...Al
DVR'd.. looking forward to watching it this week.
Hearing some bad reviews on Twitter makes me worry, but I'll be watching later today/tomorrow.
King
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on January 10, 2011, 02:10:41 PM
Hearing some bad reviews on Twitter makes me worry, but I'll be watching later today/tomorrow.
King
As I always say, check it out yourself and make up your own mind. Here's a nice pic of the cast:
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on January 10, 2011, 02:10:41 PM
Hearing some bad reviews on Twitter makes me worry, but I'll be watching later today/tomorrow.
King
I heard the same.. but I have two friends who I pretty much like the same thing.. Rico and my friend Scott and both seem to like it.. so that's bow well from me.. anyways I never listen to anyone.. only watching will tell you if YOU like it or not.
Like I said previously, it's basically an ok show so far. Only really two episodes into it. A lot of it's appeal I think will come if you like comics and this type of story. People who tune in and expect something else obviously won't get excited by it. The cast is very likable and that helps a lot. The biggest thing I hope is NBC gives it a fair shot. Thank goodness it's not on FOX. I did hear it did pretty well in the ratings and it's a good sign they are devoting two more hours to it tonight with showing the premiere again.
Well, as long as it gets better than No Ordinary Family, that'll be a step up for me. I'm still going to watch regardless at least 3 episodes.
I really don't want to cut off another show because I already quit watching a bunch of new shows and SGU got canceled.
King
No spoilers. Tivo shows it should repeat on SyFy as well early in the mornings (and Hulu). I found the first hour very interesting but then I started to nod off in the second hour and so I turned off the Tivo to watch when I am hopefully more awake (really hoping it wasn't the show putting me to sleep). Bit of product placement with the car, but it does have a really nice throaty sound to the engine doesn't it? Bear McCreary was tweeting his followers before the show was over asking how the East Coast people like it. He had a new comic book avatar instead of his usual photo and he was like an excited teenager about his music, which is really good (as usual!). Then he tweeted the west coast people that the east coast people are liking it. Fun and kind of "cute" all the same. He still likes to be validated for his work, but then who doesn't?
V
I really enjoyed it. It feels like a comic book story made into live action.
Quote from: X on January 10, 2011, 06:44:55 PM
I really enjoyed it. It feels like a comic book story made into live action.
That's a real good way to sum it up. Also reminded me a little of early "Heroes" stuff too.
Quote from: Rico on January 11, 2011, 05:37:16 AM
Quote from: X on January 10, 2011, 06:44:55 PM
I really enjoyed it. It feels like a comic book story made into live action.
That's a real good way to sum it up. Also reminded me a little of early "Heroes" stuff too.
I got that feeling at first, but I think the difference for me is that with Heroes, they put comic concepts into the real world. In The Cape, they seem to be putting the audience into a live action comic. It was a very creative blend of action, danger, drama, and comedy. I like how we are taken on the hero's journey and we get to see him stumble along the way.
This wasn't a situation where you put on a costume and are suddenly skilled. It was closer to Kick Ass in that you put on a costume and you're some crazy guy in a costume trying to make a difference. They also use the Trek method of story telling. If something came onscreen, they tried to tell you what that was in a way that wasn't just info dump.
The more I think about this show, the better it sits with me. There is no unnecessary mystery. We know why the Hero does what he does and we have a great measure of his character. He's a man that will do anything to keep his family safe even if that means not being in their lives. I can really respect that.
Yep - I agree. I especially liked the part where the mentor/carny guy offers him plane tickets to take his family and basically run away and our hero won't do it. His name is important to him and he doesn't want to be running the rest of his life. He also wants to make the people that took his life from him pay for what they have done. Definitely noble qualities and make you root for him.
Quote from: Rico on January 11, 2011, 06:28:27 AM
Yep - I agree. I especially liked the part where the mentor/carny guy offers him plane tickets to take his family and basically run away and our hero won't do it. His name is important to him and he doesn't want to be running the rest of his life. He also wants to make the people that took his life from him pay for what they have done. Definitely noble qualities and make you root for him.
Exactly! I also like how the person he saved commented on the name. That was great!
LOVED the scene in the store when he foiled the robbery...loved when the clerk asked him what his super hero name was..."The Cape"...."Oh...well, you'll work on it!" Classic stuff!!
I'll have to check this one out.
I think the show has some potential, if NBC will give it a chance, and the writers give it the right amount of camp and darkness. I give it a "B+". A little Batman-esque, without the money and Orwell similar to Oracle. The villains are kind of like the ones on the old Batman TV series, but darker.
Not sure how I would like the character to grow. Don't know how to post without giving away spoilers.
As for the moment, I like it but cautious.
RONZO
I give this a 8.0/10 stars, the pilot anyway. Has a lot of potential and enjoyed it more than No Ordinary Family, hope NBC doesn't cancel it so it can get even better :)
King
Jamie and I finally watched it last night and I thought it was pretty good. It's certainly fast paced and they got the show rolling right off the bat. It's a little goofy and corny, but fun and Jamie liked seeing Summer Glau kicking butt some. I think we'll watch again and hopefully Jamie will start to get a little more into it, ti would be fun to watch together like we did with Heroes.
Yep - it's a fun show. Hope it catches on with the public. I want to know where Summer gets the money for all her computer gear and cars! :)
We were wondering the same thing! That Mercedes SLR is a $350K car!
I have a few guesses. One of these things:
- She hacks into bank accounts of bad guys and steals their money
- She inherited some kind of fortune and uses it to fight crime
- Daughter of some kind of rich guy
- Widow of some guy killed and got a big insurance payout
- She sells autographs pretending to be that actress from "Firefly" ;)
I'm thinking...ok, go with me on this, she's related somehow to Chess...
Quote from: QuadShot on January 14, 2011, 06:43:41 AM
I'm thinking...ok, go with me on this, she's related somehow to Chess...
Ohhh, I like that one.
Yeah, having some bad guy in her background (like being the daughter of Chess) would be very interesting.
That's what I was thinking - daughter. It would make for great conflict and motivation...
I've just watched the pilot and I found it to be the "corniest" and most cliched superhero TV show i have seen since the 70's and 80's!!
BUT....it is deliberately so. It isn't taking itself too seriously and I really enjoyed it because of that reason. It's good cheesy fun!! Not the greatest TV of all time, but certainly fun.
The only 2 drawbacks that may be there are
1. Vinnie Jones. I'm not sure about the character he played at all. They tried to make him sound very British with his cockney accent and choice of slang......but cockneys don't use slang the way he did. You'd have thought he'd have told them it didn't sound in the least bit right.
2. Summer Glau. I've never seen her play a role that wasn't emotionless and impassive. She may be able to, but for some reason, I can't imagine her pulling this role off.
But I'll stick with it, and hopefully, it'll all be peachy!!
My worry is that show needs a chance to get good and there is doubts that people will. Not that I can blame them...considering how we will cancel shows at any time with little to no reason....
King
Vinnie Jones????!!!!????!!!!????!!!! With what amounts to a dodgy British accent...
That puts me off before I've even seen it :(
Quote from: Feathers on January 17, 2011, 02:32:17 AM
Vinnie Jones????!!!!????!!!!????!!!! With what amounts to a dodgy British accent...
That puts me off before I've even seen it :(
Wow - that's maybe the biggest reaction I've seen you ever have on the forum Mike. LOL! Truthfully, he's only in it a little bit so far. Certainly not enough in my view to put anyone off from giving it a try. So, why the Vinnie hate?
Quote from: Rico on January 17, 2011, 05:22:13 AM
Quote from: Feathers on January 17, 2011, 02:32:17 AM
Vinnie Jones????!!!!????!!!!????!!!! With what amounts to a dodgy British accent...
That puts me off before I've even seen it :(
Wow - that's maybe the biggest reaction I've seen you ever have on the forum Mike. LOL! Truthfully, he's only in it a little bit so far. Certainly not enough in my view to put anyone off from giving it a try. So, why the Vinnie hate?
In truth, it's an unfair reaction on my part. He's still the bad-boy, hard-man footballer from the local club of 20 years (or more) ago in my mind.
Initially, I took his move into acting a s joke for pocket money but he seems to have made another career of it so I shouldn't be too down on him.
Well, watched the next episode of the Cape. It was pretty good. Maybe not quite as compelling as the initial pilot episode, but now it looks like he might have sort of a recurring nemesis. We also learned quite a bit more about Orwell. I won't spoil that for those that haven't watched yet. I especially enjoyed the part in this episode when both Vince and his son were reading the comic at the same time and the way they edited that together. Anyway, fun episode.
We recorded it and will watch tonight.
Quote from: Rico on January 17, 2011, 05:22:13 AM
Quote from: Feathers on January 17, 2011, 02:32:17 AM
Vinnie Jones????!!!!????!!!!????!!!! With what amounts to a dodgy British accent...
That puts me off before I've even seen it :(
Wow - that's maybe the biggest reaction I've seen you ever have on the forum Mike. LOL! Truthfully, he's only in it a little bit so far. Certainly not enough in my view to put anyone off from giving it a try. So, why the Vinnie hate?
The thing with Vinnie is that he has been acting the same part all of his life, even before he became an actor! On the football (soccer) field, he acted the hard man who was more interested in intimidating his opponents into not playing, than actually playing a good game himself. He scared the life out of Paul (Gazza) Gascoigne, one of the finest footballers of his day. There is a famous picture of Vinnie and Gazza which shows the kind of player Vinnie he was....I saw an interview with Gazza once in which he explained Vinnie's scare tactics. He ignored the ball and told Gazza that if he went near it, there'd be trouble. Gazza was genuinely scared.....I suppose it was a tactic that worked.
(http://www.southdacola.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/gazza.jpg)
This "hardman" role stood him in good stead for Lockstock And Two Smoking Barrels. It was an exaggeration of a role he had played his whole sporting life. And it worked superbly.....
The trouble is, that any alteration to the foul mouthed and violent thug he plays so well just doesn't work. I haven't liked him in any role I have seen since. I don't think it's his fault as such, it's just that the roles aren't suited to his strengths. I think that is why his name being mentioned results in most Brits rolling their eyes.
His role in The Cape is back to the thug. However, it is a censcored version of the thug. He can't act psycho and the language is all toned down. To the point where it just doesn't make sense. He continuously called people "slut" in this pilot....That isn't a term we actually use. I think the term he wanted to use was probably "slag" which is an expression a cockney would use. It seems such a small thing, but it really didn't sound right and grated oh so much. It might have been better for him to say nothing. Just use a close up of his "psycho" glare....that would have been 100 times more threatening
That all said, he plays thugs well. And I am harshly judging him on what was such a small amount of screen time. I think the problem lies in the fact that directors don't know how to get the most menacing from him....
Ha ha, what a horrible pic! Gave me the willies.
Gave Gazza them too!! lol
Finally watched the 2 hour premiere and the episode that followed... and I enjoyed it, I like the characters and the storyline. I think the effects are pretty cool and I like that The Cape is more like Batman then Superman, he has no super powers. I like Summer Glau's character, three episodes in and your getting a little bit of information about her. I like that they have a main bad guy.. Chess but they also have various other bad guys so The Cape won't be fighting Chess every week and him getting away just in the nick of time. I like the carnival people.. it's a nice supporting cast. It's not a must see TV show.. yet!! but it has potential and I look forward to to seeing where it goes.
Quote from: QuadShot on January 14, 2011, 06:43:41 AM
I'm thinking...ok, go with me on this, she's related somehow to Chess...
[spoiler]And it looks like you were right.. she looks to be the daughter of Chess[/spoiler]
I enjoyed the 2 hour pilot but haven't watched last nights show yet. The wife wanted to watch Hawaii Five-O instead when I got home. She did like the pilot though when we watched it.
As far as Orwell I think she is related to Chess as well. And I also hope NBC gives this a chance.
Last night's new episode was just ok to me. The runaway train thing has been used so much in TV and film it's gotten a bit cliche. I did like the other guy dressed like the Cape. Not sure of Scales as much of a villain. I did like the flashback stuff with Vince and his son. Still, an enjoyable show to watch.
Yeah, not one of the best but still good. And I believe that I am right...
[spoiler]Orwell IS Flemmings daughter. I'm sure of it now after this episode! [/spoiler]
Quote from: QuadShot on January 25, 2011, 07:21:00 AM
Yeah, not one of the best but still good. And I believe that I am right...
[spoiler]Orwell IS Flemmings daughter. I'm sure of it now after this episode! [/spoiler]
Yep, I agree.
[spoiler]I wonder if they haven't seen each other in a long time? I mean that little mask Orwell had on wouldn't stop me from knowing my own kid, unless it had been years since I saw them. Maybe she ran away when she was younger.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on January 25, 2011, 07:22:53 AM
Quote from: QuadShot on January 25, 2011, 07:21:00 AM
Yeah, not one of the best but still good. And I believe that I am right...
[spoiler]Orwell IS Flemmings daughter. I'm sure of it now after this episode! [/spoiler]
Yep, I agree.
[spoiler]I wonder if they haven't seen each other in a long time? I mean that little mask Orwell had on wouldn't stop me from knowing my own kid, unless it had been years since I saw them. Maybe she ran away when she was younger.[/spoiler]
It's like the Superman disguise...[spoiler]all he does is change his hair style and no one recognizes him. Maybe its the same for Orwell...put a cheesy mask on and even your own father won't see ya!
[/spoiler]
I didn't like last weeks very well either. Still need to watch this weeks off my DVR.
Yeah....I think we are done with this show. Jamie would rather watch other stuff, and I would rather watch TNG reruns on SyFy.
I haven't seen the latest episode but I have been enjoying this series, however, a lot of negativity on this show makes me think it'll be dropped by NBC in a year. :(. Its the only new show I added this year too.
King
Sometimes people don't respond to something, it happens. I was so-so on the series and if my wife isn't going to watch it with me, I done. I don't feel compelled to support it.
Yeah I suppose. I won't be much for disappointment if it leaves I'll admit. Its no Eureka or SGU or...well you know. *shrugs*. I'm watching enough as it is.
King
I think it's ok. I'm giving it a shot for now. Hey, at least it's not The Event!!!
Quote from: QuadShot on January 25, 2011, 07:35:59 PM
I think it's ok. I'm giving it a shot for now. Hey, at least it's not The Event!!!
Agreed! And being a big comic book fan I'm liking the show quite a bit. And remember, "if it's warm out it must be Summer." ;)
After watching a few episodes of this show I'd say it's a good show, but the characters are lacking. They don't feel real to me. Not enough emotion from them, but it's a show I'll keep watching
Quote from: Rico on January 25, 2011, 08:44:46 PM
Quote from: QuadShot on January 25, 2011, 07:35:59 PM
I think it's ok. I'm giving it a shot for now. Hey, at least it's not The Event!!!
Agreed! And being a big comic book fan I'm liking the show quite a bit. And remember, "if it's warm out it must be Summer." ;)
Oh my...stealing lines from Wolowitz??!!
I'm still enjoying the show. Last night's episode with the Dice girl was pretty cool. I like the idea of someone who could "see the future" based on math and probabilities. Sad watching the mom have to read "The Cape" to her son at the end without Vince around. What I'd like to see is for them to just have this arc of clearing his name last maybe just this one season and he gets back to his family. But decides to still fight crime as The Cape too.
Rico, agreed. I truly hope they don't drag out a theme and try to milk it. But I'm still enjoying the show. I like how [spoiler]Flemming is feeling the pull to be Chess once more. I think the story line that Chess is like an alter ego instead of Flemming just being evil is cool[/spoiler]
Agreed. Especially if the series only gets a season. I'm not really sure how the ratings are so far. I do know there is a new Chicago based cop show starting next week to compete with it in the same time slot.
This is not good news...
NBC Cuts Back Order For 'The Cape'
By NELLIE ANDREEVA | Tuesday February 1, 2011 @ 5:54pm PST
EXCLUSIVE: Things are not looking good for midseason drama The Cape. NBC just cut the order to the comic book-inspired series from 13 to 10. That means stop of production for the show, which is now wrapping Episode 10. After an OK start on Sunday earlier this month, The Cape has been sliding in its regular Monday 9 PM slot. Last night, the show drew a 1.5/4, down 6% for a series low.
This show is losing me. I think it's because the concept is sort of weak in the long run. They are building up a battle between Cape and Chess. You also have the whole thing about him living with criminals and letting them be criminals, it tarnishes the Cape. As each episode goes on, I think that it's kind of silly to hide who you are from your son and continue to visit him. It just doesn't hold up well to close observation and I really can't see this as a story that goes on for years.
My suspension of disbelief is a bungie cord ready to snap back to reality with the complete weight of the fall that it took to get here.
Quote from: X on February 01, 2011, 06:26:00 PM
This show is losing me. I think it's because the concept is sort of weak in the long run. They are building up a battle between Cape and Chess. You also have the whole thing about him living with criminals and letting them be criminals, it tarnishes the Cape. As each episode goes on, I think that it's kind of silly to hide who you are from your son and continue to visit him. It just doesn't hold up well to close observation and I really can't see this as a story that goes on for years.
My suspension of disbelief is a bungie cord ready to snap back to reality with the complete weight of the fall that it took to get here.
I agree with a lot that you're saying there X. It seems like a mostly lighthearted show to me. It's fun, but I want it to be more serious and the characters be more real. It's also been bugging me too how the Cape keep visiting his son. I know I'd pick out my own Dad's voice instantly at that age. I'm sure even a kid that age could figure it out.
:( Oh well, I'll accept NBCs decision on this, its not getting a lot of love and I'll admit its weak. I was even wondering how they'll even manage to get it out another season with the story they had, it just wasn't a lot to begin with.
King
I guess that means we'll probably never get it over here (or it will appear on a channel no-one watches because it's cheap).
I don't agree that the show is weak. It's classic, comic book superhero stuff. A wrongly accused guy putting on a mask to hide his identity to clear his name - classic motif. Again, a show not given time to fully develop and reach it's potential. I always like to remind folks of TNG season 1 say vs. season 3-4 and on. I understand the whole ratings game, even if I don't agree with it. I suppose people must rather want to see another cop drama or some show about people trying to find Mr. or Mrs. Right. I fear we are getting in danger of nothing new or different being tried on TV. And that saddens me.
I'm not sure TNG is an apt comparison because of the sheer weight of the history and the fan love surrounding the franchise that went back twenty years. The Cape has none of that going for it. If TNG was an unknown quantity when it premiered I doubt it would have been given two seasons to find its rhythm given the costs and expenses involved even back in the 80s.
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on February 02, 2011, 07:51:43 AM
I'm not sure TNG is an apt comparison because of the sheer weight of the history and the fan love surrounding the franchise that went back twenty years. The Cape has none of that going for it. If TNG was an unknown quantity when it premiered I doubt it would have been given two seasons to find its rhythm given the costs and expenses involved even back in the 80s.
I have to disagree with that statement... TV series were given chances back then, they weren't pulled after 3 episodes if the ratings were low. also TNG was in syndication which is totally different then network. Syndication is more forgiving when it comes to ratings, especially back then.
Quote from: X on February 01, 2011, 06:26:00 PM
This show is losing me. I think it's because the concept is sort of weak in the long run. They are building up a battle between Cape and Chess. You also have the whole thing about him living with criminals and letting them be criminals, it tarnishes the Cape. As each episode goes on, I think that it's kind of silly to hide who you are from your son and continue to visit him. It just doesn't hold up well to close observation and I really can't see this as a story that goes on for years.
My suspension of disbelief is a bungie cord ready to snap back to reality with the complete weight of the fall that it took to get here.
Yet...BATMAN holds up???
I agree with Rico and Kenny...nothing is really given time to get it's groove anymore. I think the Cape is a good show. No...its NOT full of serious drama, but if that's what you're looking for you need to start watching cop shows, which by the way there are WAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY Too many of. I think shows that are just fun are never given a chance any more. People watch and if they don't like it right off, Boom, it's gone. Look at Firefly for example. It was an excellent show that wasn't given a chance. Oh well, looks like the pinheads shall prevail on this. :)
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on February 02, 2011, 07:55:51 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on February 02, 2011, 07:51:43 AM
I'm not sure TNG is an apt comparison because of the sheer weight of the history and the fan love surrounding the franchise that went back twenty years. The Cape has none of that going for it. If TNG was an unknown quantity when it premiered I doubt it would have been given two seasons to find its rhythm given the costs and expenses involved even back in the 80s.
I have to disagree with that statement... TV series were given chances back then, they weren't pulled after 3 episodes if the ratings were low. also TNG was in syndication which is totally different then network. Syndication is more forgiving when it comes to ratings, especially back then.
Well I'll agree that things are definitely different now, no argument there. It's a shame that so many interesting, quality programs aren't given the opportunity to thrive or pick up buzz due to the astronomical production costs and risks involved. (Not saying the Cape falls into this category, haven't seen it)
Like Kenny said, it isn't the same TV world out there these days. There were shows in the past that got dropped, but typically not so quickly. Most would at least be given a season to try and catch on. And I think the TNG comparison is very valid. I wasn't claiming the "Trek" name didn't have an impact in keeping it on the air, my point was the quality of the show greatly improved after the first couple of seasons. It takes time develop the right stories, characters, and so forth on a TV series. Time that isn't always allowed these days. In any case, I plan on watching the rest of "The Cape." And who knows, it hasn't been canceled yet so anything is still possible.
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on February 02, 2011, 07:55:51 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on February 02, 2011, 07:51:43 AM
I'm not sure TNG is an apt comparison because of the sheer weight of the history and the fan love surrounding the franchise that went back twenty years. The Cape has none of that going for it. If TNG was an unknown quantity when it premiered I doubt it would have been given two seasons to find its rhythm given the costs and expenses involved even back in the 80s.
I have to disagree with that statement... TV series were given chances back then, they weren't pulled after 3 episodes if the ratings were low. also TNG was in syndication which is totally different then network. Syndication is more forgiving when it comes to ratings, especially back then.
So I have to wonder what caused the change...
In either case, I agree with Rico's point of view, but I still say that overall its a weak series as it stands. That however doesn't mean it has no potential, I mean SGU started out weak and has become really strong in Season 2, so it is quite likely The Cape could begin hitting that this season or next season. I like the show and would like to see it continue, but with my queue of shows right now, it is the one I could afford to lose if I had to lose any that I watch atm. I wish it could stay, I miss my superhero intake that I once had on TV. And its the only new series I've taken a liking to this year. Which is kinda sad. Oh well, fingers crossed :).
King
Quote from: QuadShot on February 02, 2011, 08:00:34 AM
Quote from: X on February 01, 2011, 06:26:00 PM
This show is losing me. I think it's because the concept is sort of weak in the long run. They are building up a battle between Cape and Chess. You also have the whole thing about him living with criminals and letting them be criminals, it tarnishes the Cape. As each episode goes on, I think that it's kind of silly to hide who you are from your son and continue to visit him. It just doesn't hold up well to close observation and I really can't see this as a story that goes on for years.
My suspension of disbelief is a bungie cord ready to snap back to reality with the complete weight of the fall that it took to get here.
Yet...BATMAN holds up???
Never said that. I don't like the Batman TV show. It's too campy for me.
X, I wasn't referring to the TV show, just Batman in general...
Quote from: Rico on February 02, 2011, 08:41:16 AM
Like Kenny said, it isn't the same TV world out there these days. There were shows in the past that got dropped, but typically not so quickly. Most would at least be given a season to try and catch on. And I think the TNG comparison is very valid. I wasn't claiming the "Trek" name didn't have an impact in keeping it on the air, my point was the quality of the show greatly improved after the first couple of seasons. It takes time develop the right stories, characters, and so forth on a TV series. Time that isn't always allowed these days. In any case, I plan on watching the rest of "The Cape." And who knows, it hasn't been canceled yet so anything is still possible.
Actually the Trek name didn't help keep it on the air. Hell, it didn't even help get TNG on the air. The only thing that allowed TNG to be run was the fact that they gave the show away to the stations. Instead of charging money for broadcasting rights, they were paid in advertising time. I don't remember the exact number of season they used to work that deal, but broadcasters got a free first run show for nothing.
The show knew that it would find it's wings and put their money where their mouth was.
As for the Cape, how many episodes do we need to give a show before we decide it's not worth seeing? Let me ask you something else. How many new shows have you watched that haven't hooked you from the first episode?
I think even the network knew that something was missing and aired the Pilot with the second episode just to try to hook the viewers.
Don't get me wrong, I don't hate the show. I'm not crying for it to be pulled off the air. I've given it how many episodes now and it just isn't something that I'm rushing to see. I don't wish the show ill, but it's not my kind of show. Having been watching Misfits, I think that it's the best Hero show out. The Cape just isn't living up to the competition.
Chris, your comments with regards to TNG's syndication deal are not exactly accurate. They were several key factors that were included in that deal - not the least of which was Paramount only allowed stations that were airing TOS reruns (and paying a lot for them) to air the new TNG series. Also, the stations split the ad time between the stations and Paramount. So it is incorrect to say the stations got the show for free. There are other details, but those were a few more of the main points to it.
BUT - that wasn't my point. My point in bringing up TNG and for that matter, many TV series, is that shows generally improve and season over time. "The Cape" has aired a grand total of five episodes so far. I'm enjoying it so far and see even more potential. I don't need to be blown away in the first episode to stick with a series. There are many shows that slowly grew on me more and more over time. The shame of things on network TV these days that just isn't much of an option.
I still stand by original statement that The Cape is very corny and cliched....but at the same time, they are bringing story arcs into it that run deeper than a wronged cop clearing his name.
[spoiler] There is more to the Carnival Criminals than meets the eye. It looks as though Max malini didn't just randomly give the cloak to the first convenient person...it looks like he was following a plan or prophecy.
And I love that The Cape has to keep rescuing his arch enemy to keep the hope of clearing his own name alive. It sure beats a week in, week out chase where Chess always manage to escape by the skin of his teeth[/spoiler]
Like I say, cliched and corny....but not in a bad way. It is deliberately done so and all the more interesting because of it. It's working for me. It deserves it's full season to be aired before making that final decision....unfortunately, TV doesn't work like that anymore :(
Also, I love that we now have at least one person with a genuine super power.....who else is out there!!
Part of the problem for me is that this show suffers from the unfortunate issue when the market is saturated with shows that are just too similar to each other. Even if it's only peripherally, if movies or shows are too derivative of each other I tend to avoid them both/all unless something really stands out. Armageddon & Deep Impact, Volcano & Dante's Peak are examples of movies that come out close to one another and seem so similar to be very suspicious. The Cape & No Ordinary Family give me that same feeling. Hollywood's a pretty small town, the left hand should know what the right hand is doing.
Well, there's actually a pretty big difference between "The Cape" and "No Ordinary Family." For one, The Cape has no super powers. He also is mainly doing what he is doing to clear his name. The "Family" show is a lot about the family and they just happen to have gotten these powers and are dealing with them. Only the dad is kind of actively fighting crime. Anyway, I get what you are saying but compared to say cop or medical shows I think a couple "comic book type" shows isn't really that big a thing. It's just frustrating to me how quickly these decisions are being made.
One side issue I was thinking of that in these days of Netflix, DVD's, Hulu and so on, I think many people don't feel as compelled to sit down and watch a new series when it first shows up. I think this is a very BIG factor in why newer shows have a much harder time catching on these days.
Watched Episode 5 last night, was a lot of fun and seeing him take on someone with actual powers was nice. Gah, wish this show could stick around longer :( I enjoy it a lot more than I ever did with No Ordinary Family.
@Joby, considering how many cop shows are currently airing on TV or law-and-order type shows, I think two hero stories can manage :)
King
@Tim & Rico: I am sure you're right. Like I said I haven't seen the Cape or No Ordinary Family for that matter either. For me it's just about perception, as uninformed as it may be and surely is.
As to the comment about downloadable and streaming services, this is absolutely an issue that is clearly shaking things up at many levels. I've been reading that ISPs in Canada are limiting their services from a 250 GB cap to a 25gb cap with no price drop or anything. It's probably coming soon to an ISP near you. This could really hurt services like Netflix and Hulu that depend on large file transfers especially for HD content.
Should we start maiing pawns or another chess piece to NBC in order to keep "The Cape" on the air?
RONZO :P
Quote from: Ronzo on February 03, 2011, 02:25:03 PM
Should we start maiing pawns or another chess piece to NBC in order to keep "The Cape" on the air?
RONZO :P
Hey, I'm all for that. :)
King
I like the show so far but, I don't have any extra chess pieces. Good idea though, Ronzo.
Fun recent episode with the bounty hunter team hunting The Cape. Nice to see sort of a different type of episode and it also got Orwell out of her computer den too. I really like how they slip in little bits from Vince's past with his family to let us learn more. The stuff with his son Trip and his new buddy were fun too.
I'm enjoying this show and I agree the latest episode is also a huge improvement though and I can see the show is developing nicely.
I am afraid we may end up with a situation where this show gets cancelled just as it finds its feet.... :(
Exactly. The show is becoming very solid now. And there isn't much else like it on TV. They fill a nice little niche and I wish the ratings were better.
Loved the latest episode, really hope it turns around and NBC doesn't cancel it. I'll be very disappointed if they do. idk why I love this show so much, maybe its the fact that its superhero-in-the-flesh type of show that Heroes never quite captured well and No Ordinary Family...isn't handling. I just don't want to see it disappear.
King
I think I'm getting old. I still haven't seen the last few episodes of my genre shows, but I'm up to date on House, Royal Pains, and White Collar.
I really behind on this show - I just watched the third episode last night, but the series is really growing on me. The pilot episode just did not hold my attention at all, but I wanted to stick with it. Each has gotten better, and I really enjoyed "Scales." Maybe I'll catch up this weekend. The problem for me is that it airs at the same time as Being Human US, and I am without DVR.
I really like the run-down/criminal circus aspect. Very cool. It reminds me a bit of Coney Island. Or how I imagine Coney Island to have been in it's heyday.
Easy answer and way to catch up. All six episodes so far are here:
http://www.hulu.com/the-cape (http://www.hulu.com/the-cape)
Yep, that's how I watch this show, since I know it will be on Hulu, and I watch Being Human as it airs. Since SyFy is doing the "30 days after airdate" crap with Being Human, just like they did with SGU, it's more important to me not to miss it. Unfortunately, that means The Cape drops down on my TV priority list.
Wow, who watched this week's episode?! Excellent stuff, I really hope NBC doesn't axe it :(. I just love this series, no real explanation for it, but I just simply love it. :)
King
Tim, I think I know why, at least I like it...because it's fun. It's a comic book story in the real world, and they don't even try to make excuses for it. I enjoy this show a lot, and hope they don't cancel it. Just a side note, one of our listeners from Tales From The Mouse House left voicemail for us. She lives in California and one of her best friends father is a set designer on the Cape. She said (at least so far), they haven't heard anything substantial about cancellation. (I talked about the Cape on our last episode). So, cross your fingers!
Yep, it's a fun, very comic book type show. And I'll say again that I hope the series gets a season two since it's getting more interesting each week. :)
Really good and strong episode yesterday featuring the second part to The Lich story. Some cool moments,....
[spoiler]I liked how Orwell was sort of dreaming about Vince. Not sure if that means she has romantic feelings for him, or was just wishing he would save her. Pretty much also confirms that Fleming is her father too. All that plus the Cape going to his wife for help was awesome. Still seems a bit weird she doesn't recognize his voice, etc. Anyway, really cool episode![/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on February 22, 2011, 05:47:30 AM
Really good and strong episode yesterday featuring the second part to The Lich story. Some cool moments,....
[spoiler]I liked how Orwell was sort of dreaming about Vince. Not sure if that means she has romantic feelings for him, or was just wishing he would save her. Pretty much also confirms that Fleming is her father too. All that plus the Cape going to his wife for help was awesome. Still seems a bit weird she doesn't recognize his voice, etc. Anyway, really cool episode![/spoiler]
Oh yeah! Awesome episode. Confirmed some theories, and started the show in a cool direction. Loving it still!
so, thoughts on last night's episode? And, NO TRAILER for next week. Checked my DVR and there's NOTHING scheduled! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Great episode. Great build up coming that we probably won't ever see take fruition! :(
[spoiler]Flemming and the Shrink - looks like he's scheming behind his back.
Also must check the nationality of the actor playing The Cape as he does a pretty convincing Australian accent.[/spoiler]
I haven't watched yet since I am without a TV right now. Going to try and watch via www.hulu.com (http://www.hulu.com) tonight. Yeah, might be the last we ever see of "The Cape."
As a side note, there's an interesting round up of TV shows in the latest Entertainment Weekly and their chances to come back next year. Even "Chuck" and "Fringe" are maybe only a 50/50 chance now. "V", "No Ordinary Family", "The Cape" are not looking likely to return. Like I've been saying, this season has been a killer for genre shows.
Time to stop watching network TV!
They keep cutting shows and I won't bother signing up for Hulu+ like I had planned soon. Pity. Guess I'll wait and see what they do this season.
King
Just did some checking and they will not air the last episode (#10). It will be available online in a few days. And to answer the question about David Lyons, he is Austrailian 1976 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
See, this is what happens when you record TV with your Zenith Beta VCR Like I do, and not watch it live!!
RONZO ;D
Afterthought, perhaps we should have a Dead Pool for our shows guessing how many episodes they will last? :dstar
Ronzo, so, we have to watch the final episode online? Bummer. And I do like your idea of Dead Pool!!
Not a problem for me, I always watch The Cape online. ;)
Will this be streamable direct from NBC? or just Hulu?
Quote from: Dangelus on March 01, 2011, 01:10:25 PM
Not a problem for me, I always watch The Cape online. ;)
Will this be streamable direct from NBC? or just Hulu?
What I read, it will be on NBC.com. Not sure when.
RONZO NBC :shootgun:
Quote from: Ronzo on March 01, 2011, 01:37:35 PM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 01, 2011, 01:10:25 PM
Not a problem for me, I always watch The Cape online. ;)
Will this be streamable direct from NBC? or just Hulu?
What I read, it will be on NBC.com. Not sure when.
RONZO NBC :shootgun:
Cool I get a great direct feed from there :)
Just watched last night's episode. Pretty cool,...
[spoiler]It was interesting to see how much Orwell was messed up by the Lich. I'm sorry we might not see more of what's wrong with her and what happens. Although maybe this last episode 10 might show some of it. I liked how Max played being the Cape at the end to save Vince too. [/spoiler]
I'm really going to miss this show if it ends now.
Rico, is that the Entertainment Weekly with the new Superman on it? I'm probably to late to find it now though.
Has it officially been cancelled?
Quote from: WillEagle on March 01, 2011, 04:52:50 PM
Rico, is that the Entertainment Weekly with the new Superman on it? I'm probably to late to find it now though.
Nope - the next issue past that one. They have a short article on current TV shows and their chances for coming back.
And no, "The Cape" isn't officially canceled - yet.
Well this isn't good news for a renewal.
NBC to release final 'Cape' ep online
Wednesday, March 2 2011, 9:22am EST
By Morgan Jeffery, TV Reporter
NBC has announced that the tenth episode of The Cape will be released exclusively online.
Earlier this month, the network cut the show's first season from 13 episodes to just 10 following a decline in ratings.
However, a post on the superhero drama's official website now claims that the final commissioned episode will be released as "an exclusive episode just for online fans".
The ninth episode of The Cape, which aired on February 28, scored a series low in the ratings, attracting just 4.1m viewers.
The show's time-slot on Mondays at 9/8c will now be filled by The Event, which is returning to NBC after a three-month hiatus.
Yep - I think someone posted that info a few posts back. Once they cut the number of episodes the show was already most likely not coming back. Another shame as it has gotten very interesting. At this point we are going to have very little genre TV to watch next year.
No Smallville, most likely no Cape or V, probably no more No Ordinary Family, maybe no more Chuck, maybe no more Fringe. :(
AND...I REFUSE to watch that garbage they call...The Event.
I think that thinning out the herd might raise the numbers on a few of the returning shows.
Only until the "herd" realizes what crap The Event is...
So they'll cut the Cape, but won't cut the Event which has been universally slammed as a bad show.
Nice. TV next year is going to be depressingly small.
King
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on March 02, 2011, 01:03:21 PM
So they'll cut the Cape, but won't cut the Event which has been universally slammed as a bad show.
Nice. TV next year is going to be depressingly small.
King
You're making a big assumption there. They have paid for several more episodes of the Event and probably want to use what they paid for
Quote from: X on March 02, 2011, 01:05:30 PM
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on March 02, 2011, 01:03:21 PM
So they'll cut the Cape, but won't cut the Event which has been universally slammed as a bad show.
Nice. TV next year is going to be depressingly small.
King
You're making a big assumption there. They have paid for several more episodes of the Event and probably want to use what they paid for
Yeah, I'm sure they have. w/e. I guess its just how TV wants to operate right now and if that's how it is, I have plenty of other content I can focus my attention to.
King
Quote from: X on March 02, 2011, 01:05:30 PM
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on March 02, 2011, 01:03:21 PM
So they'll cut the Cape, but won't cut the Event which has been universally slammed as a bad show.
Nice. TV next year is going to be depressingly small.
King
You're making a big assumption there. They have paid for several more episodes of the Event and probably want to use what they paid for
That's right. They have to broadcast the episodes of The Event that are paid for so they can go ahead and cancel it straight afterwards! Lol
Quote from: Dangelus on March 02, 2011, 01:19:33 PM
Quote from: X on March 02, 2011, 01:05:30 PM
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on March 02, 2011, 01:03:21 PM
So they'll cut the Cape, but won't cut the Event which has been universally slammed as a bad show.
Nice. TV next year is going to be depressingly small.
King
You're making a big assumption there. They have paid for several more episodes of the Event and probably want to use what they paid for
That's right. They have to broadcast the episodes of The Event that are paid for so they can go ahead and cancel it straight afterwards! Lol
pretty much, but who knows, people might actually flock to the show and make it a hit now that it's back.
It's been so long I've forgotten what happened!
Quote from: Dangelus on March 02, 2011, 01:31:35 PM
It's been so long I've forgotten what happened!
tl;dr: planes crashed, aliens came, people betrayed people, buildings blew up, more people died, some guy has attachment issues, cops aren't cops, etc?
And that's just from the first 6 episodes I watched.
King
King...now THAT's a funny show update!! :)
Tim should start "The Event" podcast. LOL! ;)
I agree Rico!! Tim, you record it and I'll produce it!! :)
Quote from: QuadShot on March 02, 2011, 02:46:33 PM
I agree Rico!! Tim, you record it and I'll produce it!! :)
haha you guys are a bunch of jokesters. I've actually been rattling a few in my head. But until I get a better job...well, I do what I can right now.
Btw, awesome episode, can't wait to see episode 10+...except there is no +....:(
King
The new episode of The Cape is online now at http://www.nbc.com/ (http://www.nbc.com/)
Haven't watched it yet, just thought I would let y'all know.
RONZO ;D
Just watched the online episode. Bittersweet, like a fine dark chocolate.
RONZO ;D
Hulu - The Cape: Endgame - Watch the full episode now. (http://www.hulu.com/embed/TBblhtDe4_Ixoy19z864zA)
Great final episode of "The Cape." It was filled with emotion, action, great drama, bravery, and finally hope. Really going to miss this show.
Yup...so am I. So much potential.
R.I.P Cape. o7
King
Did they actually film the rest of the episodes? Somebody tweeted that a Canadian channel was going to broadcast the remaining episodes but I can't find anything on it.
I liked it, but boy am I glad that I can tell the voice of my wife without having to see her face.
We've just had the first two episodes of this over here and because it seemed popular with some (and it's relatively short!) I thought I'd give it a go.
So far so good (even with Vinnie Jones in it) although I've yet to see where they're going to take it to prevent it becoming too much of a 'foil the bad guy's mission of the week' show. With the whole circus connection in Eps 1 and 2, it also has the ring of the last season of Heroes about it. Still, I'm on board for the run so we'll see how it goes (and hopefully get to see all ten episodes).
(Cain made for an interesting character more because I recognise the actor from various UK shows than anything else.)