The second-season finale of ‘Justified’ packed more issues than an episode of ‘Dr. Phil,’ more arguing than ‘Jerry Springer’ and a revelation you might hear on ‘Maury.’ Could this be the best family drama on TV?
With a title like “Reckoning,” one expects a throwdown. Especially given that this is ‘Justified,’ with a lead character once described by his ex-wife as “the angriest man I’ve ever known.” So why does it almost seem like we’re seeing a kinder, gentler Raylan Givens?
Just because a show is a drama doesn’t mean it can’t also be funny. There’s a humorous streak in ‘Justified’ that leaves me laughing more than most sitcoms.
I’m sure there are many reasons why Steve Carell is leaving, but his costume last night made me hope that he isn’t letting his recent movie success go to his head. Never forget the utter failure of ‘MacGruber’!
In the race for Michael Scott’s branch manager slot, no current employee seems to have taken an early lead. Might the company look to go with an outside hire? Was that Timothy Olyphant’s audition?
‘Damages’ ended its spectacular third season in an amazing super-sized episode. Answers were given, mysteries were revealed, and characters were deepened.
There was a ton of hype and excitement surrounding ‘Justified.’ After five episodes, has the show met all those lofty expectations?