Gang Related

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: May 22, 2014
Metascore
52

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21
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Critic Reviews

  1. Wall Street Journal
    Reviewed by: Dorothy Rabinowitz
    May 22, 2014
    80
    The writing is sharp, the atmosphere thick with tension from, among other things, car and foot chases.
  2. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    May 20, 2014
    75
    It would be giving away too much to get into the specifics of an emotional Episode 3 encounter between Javier and son Carlos. But this is where Gang Related really starts to distinguish and establish itself as a series that might grow into something more than a vividly staged run ’n’ gun hour with little else going for it.
  3. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tom Gliatto
    May 16, 2014
    75
    In the show's best moments, this moral pickle (being a mole vs. being a cop) leaves Ryan scrambling to improvise ways to prevent gang crimes without really catching anyone. [26 May 2014, p.40]
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  5. Washington Post
    Reviewed by: Hank Stuever
    May 21, 2014
    70
    It’s a fast-paced shoot-’em-up/blow-’em-up affair (with the usual ridiculous disregard for actual public safety), but beneath the noise and oozing machismo, it’s not half bad as a deeper emotional story about family and trust.

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#59 Most Discussed TV Season of 2014

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User Score
7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 48 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 48
  3. Negative: 10 out of 48
  1. SlyckNickChick
    Jun 11, 2014
    9
    Can't believe some of the negativity Gang Related is getting. The writing is not horrible nor the acting, apparently some people don't haveCan't believe some of the negativity Gang Related is getting. The writing is not horrible nor the acting, apparently some people don't have good taste or their expectations are way to HIGH! From what I have seen so far this show leaves me wanting more. Mexican Cartels, GTF (gang task force), gang bangers, put them together and it makes for some good writing and theories. I look forward to the shows success and hope it does well enough to be renewed for a season two.… Full Review »
  2. Lisa24
    Jun 1, 2014
    10
    This show would not make it during the fall season, but for the summer it is ok. It is better than a lot of the other stuff out there. ThereThis show would not make it during the fall season, but for the summer it is ok. It is better than a lot of the other stuff out there. There is one story line - the cop working for the 'family'. Where are his loyalties and will he get caught? There needs to be more to the show than just that story and it needs to move more quickly.… Full Review »
  3. FilipinoBroskie
    Jun 27, 2014
    8
    I find this show to be very interesting. The plot of having a guy working in the Gang Task Force, as well as being apart of, or "helping" hisI find this show to be very interesting. The plot of having a guy working in the Gang Task Force, as well as being apart of, or "helping" his family who is apart of a gang makes for an interesting series of events. Everything about this show, the Music, Vibe, is great for me. If you are into crime, gangster shows like this, it is enjoyable and kind of refreshing. I really hope that this show is extended to many seasons, because it is cool and good.… Full Review »
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