It’s autumn and that means a whole landslide of new television shows, and new seasons of currently running shows, have made their debuts. However, this time around we’re giving the returning shows, with the newest seasons, a proper grade before we can dive into the new shows on the block.
The Big Bang Theory
Grade: B
If this show isn’t already on top of your best list, it should be. Just about a week ago it had its season nine premiere. And, as expected, the quick, sharp and intelligent comedy hasn’t faltered. The audience left with a few character issues that will keep us hooked until the end of the season. It’s one of those shows, you rather not see end. But after eight, solid and funny seasons, it’s the right time to bow out. We’ll see what those brilliant minds at The Big Bang Theory has in store for the coming episodes.
Gotham
Grade: B+
The cape crusader is still a kid. Gordon is still trying to get back into a position he desires, and the lunatics have been released yet again. Sounds bland, yes? All these comic book movies and shows can get a little overwhelming to a certain point. Keeping things fresh and alluring can be a difficult job. Fortunately, the folks at Gotham have done a wonderful job introducing new characters and developing the plot line to extend their run. The premiere episode did a solid job in keeping up with the high standards it left in its first season.
Scandal
Grade: C+
This has a really good following out there with avid TV watchers. Some may even consider this show as a guilty pleasure. It’s political intrigue tossed with some soap opera elements. And let’s face it, it’s more about the latter than anything else. As a fan of this show, the premiere episode of the fifth season was sort of a let down. It tackled a subject that is overdone, and it received a lukewarm reception. Hopefully the rest of the season will carry more scandalous weight.
How to Get Away with Murder
Grade: A
Oh, boy! What a ridiculous twist on this fascinating and thrilling show! The first season is absolutely binge worthy, every episode has you sitting at the edge of your seat. Just as we thought this show couldn’t get any darker or sexier, the premiere episode has treated the audience with one hell of a start to season two. Trying to hide one murder, leads the group into a new heap of trouble. This season will surely keep those eyes glued to the screen.
Empire
Grade: D
Why such a low grade? The premiere had plenty of expectations, after the record breaking first season. I almost forgot how cheesy this show can get. Terrible writing, the music was below par and placing Chris Rock as a cannibal in prison was laughable. Perhaps that was the intention? It wasn’t that Rock was playing a “serious” role but because he had no real threat to any of the characters. This was a very disappointing episode, regardless of the high viewership ratings. Hopefully, it can bounce back with the upcoming episodes.
