Typical move by television execs to pull a really strong, well written show off the air after one short season. Yes, Terriers has already been canceled as I write this. I would argue that this was one of the best shows on tv last year. I looked forward to it being on again the moment we finished watching.
The two main characters, Hank (Donal Logue) and Britt (Michael Raymond-James), had realistic banter that sometimes had me rolling. One of my favorite quips between the two started with the younger dude, Britt, saying "Damn, my phone is ringing." (Hank) "Why don't you answer it?" "Because then I'd have to do something." Smart, funny writing. Gritty, hard boiled, but modern sleuthing in sunny San Diego.
2/3 of the female characters could have been written stronger. You'll see what I mean when you meet Britt's girlfriend, Katie (Laura Allen). She's a somewhat struggling Vet student trying to work her way through school after a career as a waitress. Laura Allen is unconvincing as the girlfriend of an ex-con, independent, PI. She's too much plastic and not enough grit. That doesn't stint the show, as she has a sort of minor role. Which, oddly, is unfortunate, since I think some more (or better) female roles could have done this show good.
I'm trying to stay optimistic that this show might have the same fate as Southland- one network canceled it (NBC, you're so dumb), another picked it up for Season 2 (thank you TNT). We can only hope.
Torrent it: Terriers on EZTV
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