That's an old axiom from the Carson days and, on many occasions, they asked you to buy a lot of silly bs in order to buy into the joke. That's kind of the theme here with "Rookie Blue". They sure ask you to buy a lot of silly bs with the police operations as well as simple, everyday common sense things. There are way too many examples so I'm not even going to begin to delve into them. The first time I watched the pilot was when the show premiered in 2010. I only made it half way through before I turned it off. Years later when I saw the title on imdb with a 7.7 rating I thought it must be a different show. No. It was the same "Rookie Blue". I was astounded it had been on the air for 6 seasons. There's no accounting for taste, right? But, I figured maybe I was missing something so, this time I stuck around a while. I'm half way through the final season now and, as it turns out, the show really isn't that bad. I mean if all the silly bs doesn't get to you. I can't tell you how many times I've incredulously asked "REALLY?" And the teenage angst over imprudent affairs got a little tiresome at times. Still, the basic stories held my interest and the characters are mostly likeable as well as identifiable. I found myself watching the episodes on a daily basis. That must mean something. It isn't as compelling as a "Better Call Saul" or as humorous as a "Murdoch Mysteries". Yet it has something that, despite its flaws, makes it enjoyable to watch even though I'm having a hard time giving it more than a 7; But, it's a pretty good 7. Now I'm going to have to reevaluate so many other shows, it's a good thing I've retired.
Addendum: The way I rate shows... I don't usually review anything less than a 7 because 6 would be a failing grade and I won't waste my time watching it. I'm old; I don't know how much time I've got left. Since I probably turned it off before getting even halfway through, it wouldn't be fair to rate or review it. 7 is watchable but I may go a while between episodes since, though somewhat entertaining, there are other shows more interesting or compelling. 8 would be a regular in my lineup. 9 is a must see and probably bingeable. 10 is just the epitome of superbity and headed for my all-time favorites list. I'm adding this to my reviews because it seems there are a lot of binary reactions to pretty much everything these days. I am not a like/unlike kind of guy. I see a lot of grays so if I give something a 10 it doesn't mean the only alternative is a 1.
Addendum: The way I rate shows... I don't usually review anything less than a 7 because 6 would be a failing grade and I won't waste my time watching it. I'm old; I don't know how much time I've got left. Since I probably turned it off before getting even halfway through, it wouldn't be fair to rate or review it. 7 is watchable but I may go a while between episodes since, though somewhat entertaining, there are other shows more interesting or compelling. 8 would be a regular in my lineup. 9 is a must see and probably bingeable. 10 is just the epitome of superbity and headed for my all-time favorites list. I'm adding this to my reviews because it seems there are a lot of binary reactions to pretty much everything these days. I am not a like/unlike kind of guy. I see a lot of grays so if I give something a 10 it doesn't mean the only alternative is a 1.