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Half the episode is a hopscotch through the ages as we see the Good and the Evil slowly bond over practicalities. The other half shows how a young boy can be easily influenced around the age of 11, and how neither Good nor Evil has the skills (nor will) to do what must be done.

I LOVE this show, reading the book is definitely on my list. I wanted to watch it because I am a huge fan of Michael Sheen & David so of course I had to watch this. And I watched American Gods which also based off Neil's book so I was stoked to watch this.

Definitely DID NOT disappoint, episode three of season 1 is one of my favourites because of all the flashbacks.

I love that Michael and David are real friends in reality after filming this, also watch STAGED with them if you haven't. They filmed it over the pandemic over zoom & it's hilarious, it's on prime video!

Anyways glad this show got a season 2 because it's just fabulous.

This episode is my personal favorite. Tennant and Sheen really come into their own as characters, and their chemistry radiates thru their characters.

So much so that it lends heart to the series in a way that I don't think can be accomplished with any other actors.

This episode proved that the casting was perfect.

What a pleasure this episode was, especially the first half. Tennant and Sheen are wonderful as ever; their chemistry is palpable, and seeing their growth through the ages has been my favorite part of this series. Reece Shearsmith, Steve Pemberton and Mark Gatiss making supporting appearances (as Shakespeare and two Nazi agents, respectively) only added to the enjoyment. This sprawling episode was equally funny and charming, and overall a magnificent viewing experience.

This episode is absolutely brilliant. Definitely ten stars.

Neil Gaiman adapted Terry Pratchett's 300-page novel into six TV episodes by dividing the book into 50-page sections. He set aside half of the third section for Crowley and Aziraphale, creating a 30-minute pre-credits sequence spanning centuries from the Crucifixion to 1960s Soho. The show also explores ancient Rome, Arthurian England, Shakespeare's Globe, Revolutionary France, and London's Blitz. The novel 668 - Neighbour Of The Beast is a behind-the-scenes extra that explores the relationship between a demon and an angel, making light satirical comments on the benevolence of God and the notions of good and evil. The film features a cast including Claire Anderson, Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton, and Reece Shearsmith. The characters are portrayed as soft, fluffy, and unguarded, with Anderson's costumes making them look like walking cream tea. Crowley rescues his angelic pal twice, once from the guillotine and once from Nazis. The exchange of favors builds a friendship and love story, and the film showcases the talents of the two leads, including David Tennant's reading of one of the novel's most famous lines. Episode three leaves everything poised to converge on Tadfield, with Shadwell's witchfinder 'army' on its way and Famine (Yusuf Gatewood), styled as a sharp-suited gastronomic entrepreneur. The film is an entertaining sketch-show romp that showcases the talents of the two leads and the lengths that Good Omens will go for a gag. Good Omens takes a break from the Apocalypse saga to explore Crowley and Aziraphale's relationship over time, from the Great Flood to King Arthur and Shakespeare. This section breaks up the episode while deepening the complex relationship between the Angel and Demon. In present time, Aziraphale contemplates his next move, while Anathema curses her recklessness for losing the book of prophecies. She meets Adam, who invites her into her house. Adam commands his pet to enter, and the horse-shoe above the door, the protection against evil, dims from its angry red color. Anathema explains she's an occultist but struggles to see his aura. Aziraphale investigates the town of Tadfield, believing the Antichrist is present. He decides to support the Good and win the war, separating from Crowley despite their close bond. Aziraphale watches as he tries to convince himself he's done the right thing. The episode ends with Adam heading to bed, where voices force him to let his dreams become reality. The nuclear reactor turns into a sherbet lemon, signaling the start of the apocalypse. Despite dedicating a significant portion of the episode to the complex relationship between Crowley and Aziraphale, the episode is the strongest of the season, with David Tennant and Michael Sheen playing their roles to perfection. The end of the episode leaves things hanging in the balance.

You know the title *above is true when you spend the opening 20 minutes of this episode with Sheen and Tenant, before resuming the dreadfully average Good Omens story. Crowley and... err... The Angel are easily the best thing about GO. I had a lot of goodwill towards this after episode one, despite my dislike of Neil Gaiman's work. But after now watching 3 episodes I wonder how he Gaiman and Terry Pratchett managed to work together on a novel as popular as Good Omens.

I am not sure how they have managed to make such a fun story this boring, bland, mundane. It's very slow, painfully so.