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- NBC
- Mar 15, 2009
- NBC
- Mar 15, 2009
Summary Inspired by the biblical story of King David, this contemporary soap is about a typical small town guy who becomes involved with high society and politics and rises to the top against all odds. Kings is produced by 3 Arts Entertainment in association with Universal Media Studios and distributed by the NBC Television Network. The serie...
- NBC
- Mar 15, 2009
- NBC
- Mar 15, 2009
Summary Inspired by the biblical story of King David, this contemporary soap is about a typical small town guy who becomes involved with high society and politics and rises to the top against all odds. Kings is produced by 3 Arts Entertainment in association with Universal Media Studios and distributed by the NBC Television Network. The serie...
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 27 Critic Reviews
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41% Positive
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
44% Mixed
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15% Negative
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 27 Critic Reviews
58
41% Positive
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
44% Mixed
12 Reviews
12 Reviews
15% Negative
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
So far, that universe is pleasingly treacherous, though not ?wholly formed, a work in progress that's worth seeing through to completion.
Happily, this generally well-told tale of a modern-day king and his restive court has more going for it than a charismatic performance from the dependably wonderful “Deadwood” star.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 17 User Ratings
7.8
82% Positive
14 Ratings
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6% Mixed
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12% Negative
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User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 17 User Ratings
7.8
82% Positive
14 Ratings
14 Ratings
6% Mixed
1 Rating
1 Rating
12% Negative
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
Despite a wonderful cast put to good use, a very well-designed parallel world and some marvelous turns of phrase, I can't help admiring Kings more than I actually liked it.
The language on Kings is similarly stilted but lacks "Deadwood" writer/producer David Milch's passionate and intellectual punch. King Silas may not be as deliciously Machiavellian as Al Swearingen, but McShane does deliver--and he cleans up well.
NBC deserves points for trying something different, but the results are often pretentious and silly. The best moments belong to Egan, who handles his chores simply and directly.
If only Green had not made such a cold, bland stew of such rich and tasty ingredients.
I really enjoyed Kings. It seemed very original, and I enjoyed the alternate reality world that they created, something that was unlike anything else on television. I do agree that it played it safe in many instances, but overall, I really enjoyed the show and I wish it hadn't been cancelled.
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SEASON 1
One of the best shows to come out of NBC in years, which, of course, meant it's cancellation was inevitable. The first season is some of the best hours of television I've had the pleasure of seeing in a long time though. It was very promising and, although it is unlikely at this point, it would be nice if it was picked up by another network at some point.
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SEASON 1
Really, really, really bad. The pilot episode was still mediocre, but by the next episode, I felt like the show was written by a 4 year old, who was trying his hand at writing a political drama. Don't let your toddlers write politics, people. Tell them to wait until they're in their 30s. In the meanwhile, I'm going to go have my memory erased.
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