207 reviews
Solid tv entertainment
Whilst there are some unresolved plot lines, seeing Robert Carlyle as the PM was a superb choice, excellent value. Richard Dormer is brilliant as ever as well, looking like he could go full on nutter at any moment. Top TV.
- dave-899-291511
- Jan 18, 2020
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Why the hate?
I'm not sure why this is being hated on so much.
It's different and more interesting than some of the recent stuff that is currently rated higher than this.
It's different and more interesting than some of the recent stuff that is currently rated higher than this.
Don't get the hate!
The series was a high paced thrill ride that even during moments where it was pretty imperfect still flew by thanks to the pacing. One criticism is they could have done a better job early on making you care about the characters that deserved it but by the halfway point they managed to improve these points to. Set up nicely if they want to do a season 2 and I'd certainly be there to watch!
- muamba_eats_toast
- May 3, 2020
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Great Acting
Great Acting and a great plot. Highly recommend you watch it!
Good, but could be better!
Having watched the first 2 seasons it's entertaining and a fun dramatised incite into the goings on in COBRA, but for me it could go further. The writers introduce the jeopardy over 5 episodes, slowly increasing it but then always leave it to the last 5mins of the show for a miracle to come along and save the day. Will would prefer a faster pace with a whole final episode that devoted to a conclusion rather than right before the credits rolls. It's like defusing a bomb with 1 sec left on the timer again and again. Why wait!
You can't fault the casting, there's some great British acting being done with a star cast!
You can't fault the casting, there's some great British acting being done with a star cast!
Definitely worth binge watching
I don't know why everyone is giving this low scoring. I've just watched all the episodes today and thoroughly enjoyed it. Brilliant acting and a well thought out storyline. Queue the keyboard warriers :)
Good to watch, shame about the constant Tory bashing.
Great programme, but certain aspects are clearly biased towards a certain left-wing political party.
If you're going to make a TV programme, don't turn into a political platform.
If you're going to make a TV programme, don't turn into a political platform.
Loved it!!!!
This is what i expect from a tv show. Till the last minute a thrilling storyline. Great role for Robert Carlyle - whos acting is spot on. Same for Victoria Hamilton. A very well put together cast. Hoping for season 2
Wish I'd been hit by a solar flare!
Sky why bother? Why did everyone up north set up in a tent village outside the hospital? 🤣🤣. So dumb
Simple and predictable at times but not too shabby for a British original drama
Wish this actually happened
Halfway through the second episode i was praying for an actual EMP, so the power went off and i didnt have to endure any more of this garbage
- craziestchimp
- Jan 26, 2020
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Pretty good effort
Ignore the poor reviews. I'm convinced folks award one star if a show isn't the best thing they've ever seen period. It's no House if Cards but it's a good in most places, very good in some. Lots of tense stand-offs and believable character.
- mh-200-688983
- Jan 29, 2020
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Cringeworthy
Fragile plot, worth a binge
Robert Carlyle's excellence can't save the show, but he does offer glimpses of a classic 24 thriller even if the only Sutherland is executive office. Show is based on political uproar from a seemingly un-natural natural episode. I've just binged all 6 episodes and they were enjoyable despite the leap to apocalyptic doom. Still better than 80% of new American drama.
Entertaining
- expiredexpiredminds
- Jan 18, 2020
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Great political drama
Is it people of a particular political stance that are giving this negative reviews I wonder?
Anyway I thought it was a stellar performance from all involved. Though there were some parts I thought why would they do that, in some of the scenarios. I would certainly still recommend it. Will there be a second series to resolve some outstanding questions? I would like to think so.
- Julian-benstead
- Feb 2, 2020
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... why did they do that
... this show was pretty much from the beginning a kind of fantasy-political-crime-thriller... all long pushing boundaries of believability ... then in S2 E4 they really blew up what little was remaining in storytelling that just became absurd & pretty damn hard to recover from.
Drama well done
Honestly, UK Drama is so well done! It seems there is an increasing appetite for political Drama (not too long ago I watched and reviewed BORGEN, another excellent drama about the a moderate party leader suddenly thrust into the premiere government office of Denmark). Perhaps it is because people are so fatigued by politics having gone so wrong. This is an excellent imagining of the personal lives and challenges of those responsible for dealing with a national crisis. The script has depth. The story is compelling. The acting is exquisite. Even though Obama once said, the presidency was as exciting as men in suits talking in a room, these dramas are far from boring. I give this series an 8 (great) out of 10. {Political Drama}
- nancyldraper
- Oct 18, 2020
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Not bad
It's not amazing and the script is a bit poor but it's not as bad as some people are making it out to be
AWFUL
- clairelouise-h
- Jan 17, 2020
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Robert Carlyle - Superb!
I thoroughly enjoyed this Sky One drama. The acting was epic and the plot line kept me in the edge of my seat. The best TV show I have seen in a while. Robert Carlyle was brilliant in his role as PM. What a brilliant bit of casting.
- catherinelewis-71271
- Mar 30, 2020
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Extreme Cobblers
A very interesting show indeed, but really needing a steady hand in its storyline as its an example of shows today weighed down by extreme emotional impossibilities.
The production and acting is impeccable. Carlyle is his usual brilliant as are Victoria Hamilton, Richard Dormer and David Haig. Britain is known for its beautiful and developed characters, and everyone fits like a glove in this fast-paced script. There is nothing to complain about here, nor find fault in.
The storyline is another thing.
The plasma storm from the sun is mentioned in the first episode as the cause for the eventual issues, but is basically forgotten from then on. Absolute chaos reigns as the Government & certain public factions battle each other, from the result of the storm. And if there is a reason for the battles, then you have to just assume you know and guess what the reasons are.
I.e Anarchists in a small area expect to raid London & take over the government. They're complaining the Govt can't restore power, while they thwart the Govt from restoring power.
Other subplots are well-planned, but again, overly extreme it their application. Its like the writers thought that a worst-case-scenerio was required in everything, but only made the show intensely improbable from all aspects.
Overall disappointing in what could have a been a classic series, albeit, the first season I'm commenting on, hoping season two is more balanced.
The production and acting is impeccable. Carlyle is his usual brilliant as are Victoria Hamilton, Richard Dormer and David Haig. Britain is known for its beautiful and developed characters, and everyone fits like a glove in this fast-paced script. There is nothing to complain about here, nor find fault in.
The storyline is another thing.
The plasma storm from the sun is mentioned in the first episode as the cause for the eventual issues, but is basically forgotten from then on. Absolute chaos reigns as the Government & certain public factions battle each other, from the result of the storm. And if there is a reason for the battles, then you have to just assume you know and guess what the reasons are.
I.e Anarchists in a small area expect to raid London & take over the government. They're complaining the Govt can't restore power, while they thwart the Govt from restoring power.
Other subplots are well-planned, but again, overly extreme it their application. Its like the writers thought that a worst-case-scenerio was required in everything, but only made the show intensely improbable from all aspects.
Overall disappointing in what could have a been a classic series, albeit, the first season I'm commenting on, hoping season two is more balanced.
So so so bad , with plot hole a plenty
Living in Northumberland and bring a bid Robbie Carlisle fan I tried to give this a go but my it is bad.
At one point the day Stockton is north of Newcastle and play Northumberland as some some small small city.
The geography is all over as is the lack of extras, if it was a state emergency survey there would be more than 1 policeman and 30 surfing public
Poor effects poor writing so bad it's not good
Dreadful
Persevered for all 6 episodes, as dramas can improve, sadly this is truly awful.
- loujane-28996
- Jan 16, 2020
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Good acting, propaganda, silly scenario, though watchable
- ifasmilecanhelp
- Feb 3, 2021
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