Review of Due South

I didn't watch this show when it aired originally and I was always disappointed that I hadn't. However, I've been fortunate enough to catch it on Showcase here in Canada in reruns and even lucky enough to see the pilot as well. I'm almost done the first season (I have seen later, fourth season episodes) and I'm grateful that I am able to see this show finally. Sometimes I kick myself for not watching it originally but I am reminded that three things can always be counted on in life: death, taxes, and syndication. There is nothing about this show that I don't enjoy thoroughly. Paul Gross is top-notch as Fraser (you gotta love those Canadian actors:)) and the script so beautifully written as a full piece of art. The supporting characters are wonderful, perfect compliments to the script and I am never disappointed with the plot. Sometimes I'm on the edge of my seat with a case with Fraser and Vecchio and other times I laugh, out loud mind you, at the clashing of Canadian and American foibles. It doesn't insult; it eludes to differences that everyone sees and it never offends.

T.V. is so often flooded with terrible television developed solely around a laugh track and a big name who often can't carry themselves. It is a real joy to remember that sometimes really well-crafted television is and has been out there and thanks to inevitable syndication, I can always find at least one show to watch, thankfully. Those of you who find that television is ruthless and overbearing need to sit and watch this show from the first episode on so that you too can enjoy the small screen for once.