Kilmer17 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 All I can say is- WOW. What an epic premier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big#44 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 All I can say is- WOW.What an epic premier. Was just about to make a thread about this show. Maybe we should turn this into the official thread to talk about the show because I have no doubt we're gonna need one sooner rather then later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostyj Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Yea, thought is was great. The previews looked good an I usually miss on good shows, ie. Breaking Bad, Walking Dead. Think this can be one of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big#44 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Since I finished 24 on Netflix, I've been dying to have a show that I could get into like I did that show. I hope this show can be it. They set the hook, the rest of the season will determine if they can reel everyone in. A lot of shows have promising pilots only to fizzle out. I hope this show can keep it going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I was going to come here and start a thread too! Great start and Kevin Bacon was great. Plot wise, do you think this will be 14 episodes of a race to find the son or trying to get out in front of random followers and their crimes? I get the point of the show, but I'm a little concerned that the mastermind is locked up. I am excited for Mondays! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilmer17 Posted January 22, 2013 Author Share Posted January 22, 2013 Having Carroll behind bars opens up all sorts of possibilities. It looks like it will be a chase for the kid as well as a hunt for his followers. Best premier since LOST imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Having Carroll behind bars opens up all sorts of possibilities. It looks like it will be a chase for the kid as well as a hunt for his followers.Best premier since LOST imo. I completely agree...at least of the shows I've watched. Maybe that means that Maggie Grace is the key to a good premier. It opens up cool possibilities, but now that he will no contact with the outside world, how will they continue to execute his plan? I won't worry about it...the concept is cool so I should trust it! ---------- Post added January-21st-2013 at 10:40 PM ---------- FYI, a good review... http://watching-tv.ew.com/2013/01/21/the-following-kevin-bacon/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 If this show can live up to the premier it'll be a classic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkabong82 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I was looking forward to this from the previews, and the premiere did not disappoint. Looking forward to this show continuing to be good. Bacon is a good actor and the main villain looks good so far too, so this should be a good series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjunkies Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Hmmm, will this be the show that can finally replace 24 for me? I'll have to check it out over the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSF Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 It was a great first episode... I'm just worried that it may fizzle out if the plot doesn't evolve. I'd hate for it to turn into Alcatraz and we start watching the same thing every week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I scrolled down quick because I didn't want spoilers. I didn't see the premier, being burned by Alcatraz which ended up just being another procedural. This isn't the same thing is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillUnknown Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I'm hooked, excellent premier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.T.real,lights,out Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I scrolled down quick because I didn't want spoilers. I didn't see the premier, being burned by Alcatraz which ended up just being another procedural. This isn't the same thing is it? No, not at all. IMO this is a very unique show. There are a lot of twists and turn in just the firt show. It was awesome. Think they are replaying it on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldysknzfn1 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 This seems like it's going to be a great show..I really enjoyed the premier last night..Kevin Bacon was outstanding and a perfect fit in that role...there's not alot of known talent in this show..but I think that makes it all the better ...plenty of "holy crap" moments...should be interesting to see it unfold..I love when I catch a show in the beginning and "follow" it thru.. Plus it uses local spots..Richmond, Waverly(who would ever think they'd see this town on network TV?..their Diner is awesome tho..lol), Norfolk... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 It was a great first episode... I'm just worried that it may fizzle out if the plot doesn't evolve. I'd hate for it to turn into Alcatraz and we start watching the same thing every week. Right...there is the risk that this turns into them rounding up a "follower" each week with a longer-term thread of finding the son. But, I do hope it's more of a 24 formula where it takes the entire season to resolve the big things. I don't want each episode to be a mini-chase that is all wrapped up in an hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HogNose Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 It was awesome. Think they are replaying it on Friday. Cool...I forgot to set the DVR. Looks good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Entertainment Weekly always does a nice job of recapping the shows. I used to live for the LOST recaps: http://tvrecaps.ew.com/recap/the-following-season-1-episode-1/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilmer17 Posted January 22, 2013 Author Share Posted January 22, 2013 I cant wait to rewatch it to see if their are any LOSTlike clues. Books, pictures etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Genius Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I liked it, but like Iceman (Agent Weston) I hated the killing of the dogs. Plus - the idea of a serial killer training people isn't really that new...it's a lighter show, but the character of Red John on "The Mentalist" comes to mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big#44 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 spoiler: I was literally upset that they killed off Maggie Grace's character in the first episode. I really enjoy seeing her on my T.V screen if you know what I mean. And it seems like she never lasts long as a main character on T.V. shows or gets any big movie roles. Aside from being Liam Neesons kidnapped daughter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bang Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 It was OK, I guess.. not as good as I'd hoped. It's interesting, and i'll keep watching. ~Bang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Genius Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 spoiler: I'm guessing that had more to do with her schedule (I suspect that it was a 1 off for her by her own choice) than anything else. She does have a decent movie career now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big#44 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I'm guessing that had more to do with her schedule (I suspect that it was a 1 off for her by her own choice) than anything else.She does have a decent movie career now. A lot of me agrees with you. But part of me thinks that it was a move by the writers to create a big shock in the 1st episode that will keep viewers coming back. Semi big name, she'll be a regular? Bam. Guess not. 24 had a good example of this at the end of the 1st season. Jack saved his wife and daughter and everything is gonna be peachy. Boom. Wife dead, fade to black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I echo much of what's been said. It looks like we have a broadcast network show that will eclipse the previous leader for darkness of crime content (Criminal Minds). Good casting and premise. The trick will be in making it hold up over time. Something I thought was going to be difficult for Dexter---an intense dark theme that would seem to have limited legs, story-wise over an extended period---but that one went so well that I am hopeful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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