• Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 21, 2015
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 32
  2. Negative: 2 out of 32
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  1. Reviewed by: David Wiegand
    Sep 16, 2015
    100
    It is gripping, well acted and beautifully written. Most of all, its multiple layers of mystery should keep viewers coming back for more, week after week.
  2. Reviewed by: Mark A. Perigard
    Sep 21, 2015
    91
    While we don’t know the identity of Jane Doe yet, the pilot drops some hefty clues, ones that only touch the surface of what looks to be a compelling conspiracy thriller.
  3. Reviewed by: Verne Gay
    Sep 18, 2015
    83
    The parsing of detail is effective because by the end of Monday's pilot, I was surprised by an unexpected reaction: I actually wanted to know what happens next week.
  4. Reviewed by: Ellen Gray
    Sep 21, 2015
    80
    This visually arresting thriller suggests that Gero is not easily pigeonholed.
  5. Reviewed by: Tirdad Derakhshani
    Sep 21, 2015
    80
    Clever, well-plotted, if predictable, it borrows liberally from every spy movie and conspiracy thriller ever made.
  6. Reviewed by: Glenn Garvin
    Sep 18, 2015
    80
    The whodunit and dunwhat? elements of Blindspot are terse, fast-pitched and intriguing.
  7. Reviewed by: Rob Lowman
    Sep 18, 2015
    80
    The thriller created by Martin Gero can seem overly intricate at times, but the conspiracy doesn’t get in the way of the show’s early momentum. Where it goes from here is definitely worth checking out.
  8. Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    Sep 18, 2015
    80
    A promising mystery thriller with a pair of strong, intriguing characters at the center.
  9. Reviewed by: Dorothy Rabinowitz
    Sep 17, 2015
    80
    The suspense is ripping, the combat violent, in its own peculiarly satisfying way.
  10. Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    Sep 15, 2015
    80
    Blindspot (not the title you’d expect or hope for when your series is about a woman covered in tattoos) has more than enough going for it early on, despite some real bouts of silliness, that it’s one of those few and elusive pilots that can be endorsed for at least initial evaluation. The reward for spending an hour is mostly worth it.
  11. Reviewed by: Robert Bianco
    Sep 21, 2015
    75
    Why watch a show this silly? In part because Alexander is able to make us empathize with Jane's emotional upheaval while still creating a heroine who is believably feisty and capable.
  12. 75
    Based on its completely riveting pilot, Blindspot might have earned four stars if there were any way to judge what it was going to be.
  13. Reviewed by: Willa Paskin
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    The first episode isn’t even that bad, given the absurdity of its premise: It achieves a little menace. But the warning signs of future stupidity are everywhere.
  14. Reviewed by: Zach Hollwedel
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    It warrants a little suspension of disbelief, but Blindspot is a fun, entertaining, action-packed thriller perfect for a Monday night lineup.
  15. Reviewed by: Neil Genzlinger
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    With a good cast and crisp delivery, Blindspot should at least compel you to stick around for a few more episodes to see where it’s going.
  16. Reviewed by: Deborah Day
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    The show moves quickly to establish not only Jane’s superior physicality, but also her hard-wired do-gooder tendencies and willingness to join the fray. At the same time, Blindspot creators seed their story with memory flashbacks intended to suspend the tension surrounding the character.
  17. Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    What keeps the first episode from slipping into absurdity is the commitment to action displayed by star Alexander and creators Martin Gero and Greg Berlanti.... Blindspot could be a good show--nothing revolutionary, but a fun escapade in the weeks ahead.
  18. Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    It's all completely absurd, of course, but smoothly so —"The Da Vinci Code" meets "Alias."
  19. Reviewed by: Isaac Feldberg
    Sep 16, 2015
    70
    [The pilot episode is] still an incredibly tight, well-crafted hour of television, fast-paced enough to sell the ludicrous hook but trusting enough of its actors, particularly Alexander, to let them flex some dramatic muscle.
User Score
6.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 206 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 30 out of 206
  1. Sep 25, 2015
    1
    Underwhelming, took what could be an interesting plot line and made it totally predictable and boring. Lines like 'It's only beginning', whenUnderwhelming, took what could be an interesting plot line and made it totally predictable and boring. Lines like 'It's only beginning', when they don't have any idea what 'It' is. Full Review »
  2. Sep 22, 2015
    9
    Thoroughly enjoyed this pilot episode.....wish it could have been a two hour pilot. Aside from a few scenes with credibility issues (the agentThoroughly enjoyed this pilot episode.....wish it could have been a two hour pilot. Aside from a few scenes with credibility issues (the agent in a bio-hazard suit approached the duffel bag with bare hands, for one), I found the story line intriguing, if somewhat predictable. Jane, of course, is beautiful and fascinating, but Mr. FBI agent could use a good dose of personality....he's rather deadpan. Nonetheless, the pilot left me wanting to know more and looking forward to further episodes. Full Review »
  3. Sep 22, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. I watched the first episode with my wife and we both were hooked into it from the beginning. Very interesting idea of having a woman with tattoos kind of like a treasure map. I wish the writers of the show wouldn't have given away who did the tattoos in the first episode. SPOILER ALERT! I guessed that Jane Doe was a part of it, but I am eager to figure out her reason for doing that to her body!!! Love the whole Navy seal twist. If you like tv shows with a strong female lead that can kick some butt, check this one out! Jamie Alexander does an excellent job as one of the lead characters and I enjoyed the rest of the cast as well! Full Review »