Day Break

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Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 15, 2006
User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 185 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 137 out of 185
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 185
  3. Negative: 47 out of 185

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  1. AnonymousMC
    Jan 4, 2007
    10
    We loved this show. It really irritates me that I spent so much time on this show and then NBC decided to pull it off the air. I won't even bother next time with a new NBC show. I won't waste my time because I know from this experience that they will jerk it off the air at anytime!
  2. JerryW
    Mar 8, 2007
    10
    Well, I've now seen the whole series. It ends on a high point, but all evil, and all mysteries are NOT solved, and they easily could create another time loop. But at least, he can now move on. Great show, but it proves H.L. Mencken's aphorism, "You'll never go broke underestimating the taste of the American Public." --Jerry
  3. TimB
    Dec 20, 2006
    10
    Love it! Clever fast paced action.
  4. LoreleiO
    Jan 5, 2007
    10
    Best new show of the season. Intriguing, fast-paced, and now cancelled. Argh!
  5. maxw
    Mar 4, 2007
    10
    This show was great! Where is it now?
  6. MichaelR
    Apr 20, 2007
    10
    I thought the show was an excellent drama. The actors/actresses did a super job of bringing the story to the viewers. I like 24 as well and to compare the two.. would be an injustice to both. If the networks or somebody would take a good look at what ABC had they would see the shows true potintial. Here's one for you... Name any one T.V. Drama (Police in nature or Hero) that has I thought the show was an excellent drama. The actors/actresses did a super job of bringing the story to the viewers. I like 24 as well and to compare the two.. would be an injustice to both. If the networks or somebody would take a good look at what ABC had they would see the shows true potintial. Here's one for you... Name any one T.V. Drama (Police in nature or Hero) that has lasted more than one or two series, where the leading role was cast to a Minority... any takers for this as a real discussion. The money for ABC is not on minority actors as a whole... they need there SPONSORS $$$$$ .....it always comes down to this.… Expand
  7. JorgeF.
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    Best television show in a while. It was the subject of many discussions around coffee at work.
  8. Serena
    Nov 21, 2006
    10
    I LOVE this show. The plot is interesting, script well written, and Taye is an excellent actor. It's nice to see him in an action role.
  9. RichL
    Nov 30, 2006
    10
    The show is awesome! A great Lost substitute! I taped the first 3 episodes and watched them back to back. Great show!
  10. MattR
    Dec 20, 2006
    10
    Love this show!
  11. ML
    Jan 1, 2007
    10
    *Best* Series *ever*!!! I am so UPSET, I can't tell you ... *grrrrrrrrr*
  12. SteveD
    Jan 12, 2007
    10
    Please bring this show back. The great differences in this show vs other 'repeat' premises are the things that can change, like Andrea's turning in her boyfriend for rehab and Taye's character having his injuries carry over from day to day is some of the most intriguing aspects of this show. There has to be a way to bring it back or release the un-aired episodes soon.
  13. BrianD
    Jan 1, 2007
    10
    I thought the show was very interesting as they showed you part by part giving you a little more information each time they showed it. I thought it kept the show all and all suspenseful to the majority of us who have a brain and like to use it for thinking. If I missed an episode and forgot to tape it I would be there online at 3am ready to watch the lastest show. As far as the critics I thought the show was very interesting as they showed you part by part giving you a little more information each time they showed it. I thought it kept the show all and all suspenseful to the majority of us who have a brain and like to use it for thinking. If I missed an episode and forgot to tape it I would be there online at 3am ready to watch the lastest show. As far as the critics giving it a 60 out of 100 that's ridiculous it's a show that's designed to make you think and entertain you.… Expand
  14. bills
    Jan 10, 2007
    10
    this show was AWESOME & dfeserves a better chance than ABC gave it
  15. ronb
    Jan 10, 2007
    10
    the show was great. i hope another network pick-up the show.
  16. at-homemom
    Jan 2, 2007
    10
    I am so hooked on it. I'll be so bummed if the rumors are true and they cancel this show!!!!!!
  17. SandraM
    Jan 2, 2007
    10
    Best show I've seen in a while. Has been pulled and needs to be brought back.
  18. RNewman
    Jan 9, 2007
    10
    Best written show in five years. The puzzle changes each "day" and the main character(s) have to change with it. The twists are logical, if you buy into the premise, and the intelligence of the characters makes this a most enjoyable experience.
  19. TanyaC
    Feb 23, 2007
    10
    If I could rate it any higher I would! Hands down was the best drama on tv. I hope it's released on DVD!
  20. Lamont
    Mar 22, 2007
    10
    The show makes you think of every possible angle and leaves you wanting more. If you don't like this show, you must be a moron who can't think.
  21. CandiceJ
    Mar 5, 2007
    10
    I really hope ABC decides to bring Day Break back! It was cleverly written and kept me hooked with the intricacies of the plot.
  22. MarkG.
    Jun 26, 2007
    10
    I hope this show returns it was so great to discover this show on ABC.com
  23. ZiffM.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    Great show, great cast. ABC's loss for yanking it off. If we are lucky, perhaps another network will see a season 2 produced. Our family has made a conscious decision to not watch ABC programing as a result of their decision. Keep the faith... For every decision - consequence...
  24. MikeR.
    Aug 8, 2007
    10
    One of the best series on TV. I feel sad that so many questions were left unanswered. Too bad. People don't know what they're missing. I still wonder about Jared...
  25. MarcoC.
    Sep 19, 2007
    10
    I don't understand why this show has such a broadly opinionated spectrum of reviews. It's plenty suspenseful, smartly written, more twists than a twizzler, and even though its not original neither is almost every song out there that has hit number one on the billboards. It kept me wondering what would happen next in more than one instance-- that's more than I can say for I don't understand why this show has such a broadly opinionated spectrum of reviews. It's plenty suspenseful, smartly written, more twists than a twizzler, and even though its not original neither is almost every song out there that has hit number one on the billboards. It kept me wondering what would happen next in more than one instance-- that's more than I can say for 70% of the other rubbish on TV… Expand
  26. Mike
    Nov 21, 2006
    10
    I don't lightly give this show a 10 but, considering that I was entranced for the entire 2 hour premiere, I'd say it deserves it. The action was taut, the actors are engaging & well-cast, and the storyline is shaping up to be really cool. Yeah, I was worried it would be a bad mashup of Ground Hog Day and your typical crime drama but I didn't find that to be the case at all. I don't lightly give this show a 10 but, considering that I was entranced for the entire 2 hour premiere, I'd say it deserves it. The action was taut, the actors are engaging & well-cast, and the storyline is shaping up to be really cool. Yeah, I was worried it would be a bad mashup of Ground Hog Day and your typical crime drama but I didn't find that to be the case at all. Is the story wrapped all up for you in a nice little package at the end of the episode? Nope, but I wouldn't really want it to be. I've enjoyed the show so far and, for me at least with the kind of tv I enjoy, it's as much about the journey as the destination. Enjoy this twisted ride folks. Note - This review is only based on my opinions after seeing the premiere.… Expand
  27. BenT
    Dec 19, 2006
    10
    I was surprised by how quickly I got hooked on this show. It is "24" with a Sci-fi twist on it. It matches "24" on action sequences, that is for sure. The dialogue can be cheesy at times and the action can be trumped up beyond believability but those rare moments are easy to get over. Overall, it is well-written, well-acted and well-directed. I am sad to see it cancelled so quickly.
  28. TurrellT
    Dec 21, 2006
    10
    One of is not the best NEW Show of Fall 2006
  29. JohnW
    Dec 24, 2006
    10
    It was my second favorite show too bad it's cancelled along with my first favorite show Stargate SG-1
  30. StephanieB
    Dec 5, 2006
    10
    I think the show is great!!! It has a interesting plot. I look forward to seeing it every Wednesday. Tage Diggs is a great actor.
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Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 28
  3. Negative: 2 out of 28
  1. Christian Science Monitor
    Reviewed by: Gloria Goodale
    100
    It's good, complicated drama, sometimes hard to watch, but more compelling evidence that the best storytelling for adults these days is on the small screen.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Gillian Flynn
    67
    At its best, Day Break has a Choose Your Own Adventure feel... [It] just needs to get those pages flying a little faster.
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  3. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    70
    Because Hopper can radically rejigger events for better or worse -- a decision that prevents one disaster might cause another - Day Break... feels like the first video-game-era series.
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