Prodigal Son is a good criminologist drama series, in the vein of Hannibal, wherein the brilliant young criminologist (Tom Payne) has more in common with his subjects than is healthy. In this case, it's hereditary - his old man (Michael Sheen) is a renowned serial killer.
The show's only flaw is that it's producers - in an attempt to broaden its audience - have tempered the show's dark drama with the lighthearted zaniness so often seen in daytime shows like the 'unlikely buddy cop' shows.
And while a comedy crossover may prove more popular, I'm sure a lot of viewers like myself, will feel that the studio executives have effectively robbed the series of integrity and greatness - by watering it down with mediocrity and compromise.
The show's only flaw is that it's producers - in an attempt to broaden its audience - have tempered the show's dark drama with the lighthearted zaniness so often seen in daytime shows like the 'unlikely buddy cop' shows.
And while a comedy crossover may prove more popular, I'm sure a lot of viewers like myself, will feel that the studio executives have effectively robbed the series of integrity and greatness - by watering it down with mediocrity and compromise.