Primeval: Season 1
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Metascore
73 out of 100

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7.3 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 26 Ratings

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  • Starring: Andrew Lee Potts, Ben Miller, Lucy Brown
  • Summary: After being contacted by the government to investigate strange happenings in the forest, a group of scientists discover that dinosaurs are coming to Earth.
  • Genre(s): Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction
  • Creator: Adrian Hodges, Tim Haines
  • Show Type: Ended
  • Season 1 premiere date: Feb 10, 2007
  • Episode Length: 60
  • Air Time: 09:00 PM
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    80
    Though it’s kid-friendly, there are things for adults to enjoy. Henshall is a quietly appealing actor, the pace is crackling and the dialogue has its share of witty asides.
  2. Orlando Sentinel
    Reviewed by: Hal Boedeker
    80
    With its campy humor, poignant drama and potent scares, Primeval will appeal equally to adults and children.
  3. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    80
    Primeval mixes elements of "Jurassic Park” and "Stargate," rarely taking itself seriously while also warning of the consequences of not confronting these threats to mankind.
  4. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    50
    Almost from the get-go there's far more galumphing than trotting going on, and not all of it done by prehistoric feet. Things pick up in the third episode and there are dodos in the fourth, but it's not enough, no, not nearly enough.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. BrianS
    10
    One of the best programs, just keeps getting better and better! The stories are compelling, the mystery is deeppening, and the effects are something you don't usually see in a TV show! Glad I started this one, and can't wait for the new episodes!… Expand
  2. PrimalHunter70
    8
    Having watched Series 1-5, I can say that Primeval is a really gripping show to watch. Rarely predictable, there are many twists and turns in the plot to keep the viewer satisfied. The special effects weren't too good in Series 1, but gradually got better, and Series 3 onwards all keep a satisfying level of visual effects. Hopefully, we'll get a Series 6, because I really want this to continue.… Expand
  3. JB
    7
    It gets a better as it gets going, and a lot better in series 2. The blond wanders around in her skimpys most of this 1st series (you'll soon see).… Expand
  4. MungoS.
    4
    even for sci-fi this is unbelievable. Why do so few critters come through to modern times? Why is the dialogn, especially from Douglas Henshall so dry & boring? Why isn't the blonde in more scenes ?… Expand

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