Gotham

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 22, 2014
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 730 Ratings

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  1. cdsmusicchart
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    I thought that a lack of the Bruce Wayne/Batman character would ruin it, but "Gotham" proved me wrong thanks to its interesting prequel events, slew of well known actors and pot of memorable characters.
  2. XenonQ
    Sep 22, 2014
    9
    I liked the pilot a lot. The city is atmospheric and feels big. This is a city you believe a lot of **** goes down, but also where amazing people live. All main and supporting characters were memorable, well maybe except for Alfred. They made him straight up American, and he didn't deliver a single line of wisdom. Fish Mooney was surprisingly good. I didn't expect to get so invested into aI liked the pilot a lot. The city is atmospheric and feels big. This is a city you believe a lot of **** goes down, but also where amazing people live. All main and supporting characters were memorable, well maybe except for Alfred. They made him straight up American, and he didn't deliver a single line of wisdom. Fish Mooney was surprisingly good. I didn't expect to get so invested into a character that will probably get killed off in the second or third episode. Penguin is brilliant. I can't get enough of him. This is how you'd expect the famous crime lord of Gotham to start off.… Expand
  3. thebomb
    Mar 20, 2015
    7
    The show gets better after its too hasty pilot episode and it will keep you interested enough to go from one episode to the next. However, Gotham may face problems in the future since they throw pretty much every known Batman character in your face without being the slightest bit subtle about it. But for now the decent acting and the cool, yet bizarre plots of the individual episodes keepThe show gets better after its too hasty pilot episode and it will keep you interested enough to go from one episode to the next. However, Gotham may face problems in the future since they throw pretty much every known Batman character in your face without being the slightest bit subtle about it. But for now the decent acting and the cool, yet bizarre plots of the individual episodes keep the show going.… Expand
  4. jasper6333
    Nov 20, 2014
    9
    Epic characters a nice plot and story, man i love this series! This series gives the batman mythologie another layer of depth to it! it is so cool to see what happened before batman was there! a Must watch!!
  5. Jim222001
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    A lot of people complain that show isn't good without Batman. But of course there's no Batman and Gotham never promised to have Batman. The show still has creepy villains; especially young Penguin. And it's a gritty and violent detective drama set in Gotham city. I find it great fun.
  6. greenman22
    Nov 5, 2014
    7
    I made it a point to watch the GOTHAM series from the beginning. I always catch shows about three seasons in and binge it on Netflix. That being said, I'm glad I did. The show felt like it was off to a rocky start, keeping itself from going to far "out there" with its simple villain of the week formula. I was weary that the show would keep this up, without having one episode tying into theI made it a point to watch the GOTHAM series from the beginning. I always catch shows about three seasons in and binge it on Netflix. That being said, I'm glad I did. The show felt like it was off to a rocky start, keeping itself from going to far "out there" with its simple villain of the week formula. I was weary that the show would keep this up, without having one episode tying into the next (besides, of course, the subplots that occur from episode to episode). Now, however, the show really seems to being getting comfortable with itself having done the first few establishing episodes. I'm excited to see where GOTHAM is headed next and always get even more excited when I start to recognize more and more characters that become announced. The show has a lot of potential to really develop its characters. I only hope that they don't spoil it.… Expand
  7. Mantis
    Oct 17, 2014
    8
    Really like this. The atmosphere, colours, the darkness that the theme brings. Pretty decent acting. What's not to like? Keen to see where this goes after seeing 4 episodes.
  8. expara
    Dec 7, 2014
    10
    Just to give you an idea of the shows I watch religiously, Walking Dead, Boardwalk Empire, Sons of Anarchy, The Knick, Game of Thrones and American Horror Story. I used to watch Arrow but got bored with it and loved Spartacus while it was on and now I can add Gotham to my DVR favorites. I was not expecting much and didn't bother to watch the first episode until they had already shown 8 ofJust to give you an idea of the shows I watch religiously, Walking Dead, Boardwalk Empire, Sons of Anarchy, The Knick, Game of Thrones and American Horror Story. I used to watch Arrow but got bored with it and loved Spartacus while it was on and now I can add Gotham to my DVR favorites. I was not expecting much and didn't bother to watch the first episode until they had already shown 8 of them, I ended up catching up in 3 days of action, drama and humor. To me this show has a nostalgic feel, maybe its some of the references or the hardboiled edginess of the lead characters but each one good or bad has you liking them and every actors goal is for the audience to like their character even if they are evil.

    Jada Pinkett Smith has found her career performance on Gotham and will easily win an Emmy, Don Falcone is played by the amazing actor John Doman who also plays Pope Alexander VI on Borgia: Faith and Fear a series from Europe now on Netflix and he was brilliant on that show as well. I hope this show lasts for 7 or more seasons as it is a delight and Donal Logue as Bullock was perfect casting and this is an actor that truly is a throwback to the character actors of the past, he was amazing on Sons of Anarchy as well as two of my other favorite shows I forgot to mention above, Vikings and the short lived British series Copper and we all remember him from the movie Blade! Well I've rambled on too much, I guess I really like Gotham.    … Expand
  9. Assassin8813
    Nov 10, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a very long review, so be warned.

    Where. Do I. Begin. This series had me sitting on the fence about ready to stomp it out as a pathetic spin off of a beloved comic book franchise, but am I glad I stuck it out. The assault of Batman villains in the first episode had me reeling back in frustration as I try to figure out why they would introduce each of these people, most of which are only referenced once throughout the episode and are then forgotten like they never existed, but that is not important in this series. What is important is sticking with it, watching it to the end, and then thanking yourself for not coming to a quick conclusion. In order to fully appreciate this series, you have to be able to see it as a fan of Batman and a person who does not know much about Batman. That is what makes this series truly beautiful; it can capture somebody who's flipping channels and stumbles across this, and it will ensnare those who have been long awaiting this series.

    As a stranger to the Batman universe, Gotham is much more than your run of the mill Law & Order series. It explores the deep, dark, and crime riddled streets of Gotham in a roller coaster ride that will keep your hands up! Imagine instead of a typical TV series that is only a collection of stories, Gotham is a book that is played out to the viewer chapter by chapter, each one getting progressively more captivating. While they do have Gordon (the main protagonist) and Dent (protagonist #2) chasing crimes that are seemingly unconnected on an episode by episode basis, everything comes together the further you look into it, and that's the beauty behind Gotham. It's a line-tracers dream, where connections can be made between every occurrence, but doubt will always linger when you drag the string across the pictures, because the city of Gotham does not open itself to us like we may want. Corruption and deceit run amok in this metropolis, and it's impossible to be sure that any two things are as they may seem. To those who do not know Batman, Gotham is a book about mystery, lies, and turnarounds that will keep you on your feet.

    Now, to those fans of Batman who are revolted by this series, I beg you to look differently. Gotham is so much more than simply a copycat of Batman without the bat himself. It is an amazingly well done look into the evolution of the city of Gotham before the caped-crusader took up the mantle of its defender. Its introduction of beloved villains - both those who are currently good and already evil - is a beautiful composition of a prequel before a well beloved play. Gotham leaves fans of the Batman universe wondering what drug down those who are good into the infamy they hold against the dark knight, and what events unfolded to bring those already evil into their thrones of power by the time Batman arrived. The most heavily involved villain in this TV series is the Penguin, Oswald Cobblepot. Watching him grow from the errand boy of a lower raking criminal into what we already know as (arguably) second only to Carmine Falcone in the world of crime leaves you wanting more as this series teases you with recipes for disaster and success. The Penguins integral part in the play of Gotham is more than enough to keep this series interesting.

    In summary, the only people who won't like this series are those who can't like it because of their deluded sense of fanboyism to Batman. Those fans with open minds and those strangers with enough time will find more than enough to keep them tuning in each week to watch the next chapter of this book unfold.    … Expand
  10. Troublewalking
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    Having watched every episode since this show launched, all I can say is I love it. At first my expectations were low, trying to show all the Batman characters before they were legend seemed far fetched. Like most new shows the first couple of episodes have the actors over acting and the direction a bit confused, but this show really seems to have hit it's stride. The Fish lady is great,Having watched every episode since this show launched, all I can say is I love it. At first my expectations were low, trying to show all the Batman characters before they were legend seemed far fetched. Like most new shows the first couple of episodes have the actors over acting and the direction a bit confused, but this show really seems to have hit it's stride. The Fish lady is great, and I thought she had no possibilities from the first show. Now she is one of the sexiest and most manipulative women on television. The guy playing Penguin is incredible. The way he manipulates one side against the other for his own purposes, causing a mafia war and tearing Gotham apart is fantastic. Perfectly played Penguin. One second some tuff is pushing him around and he is whining his way to survival, the next that same thug finds himself on the wrong end of that threat. The head of the mafia (Falcone) is doing a great job. The other mafia guy is perfect. The guy playing Alfred is incredible, especially in his dealing with the young Bruce Wayne. Bullock is perfectly played. Young Bruce Wayne had me worried at first but the actor is doing a great job of showing the struggle to keep control on his sanity that Batman is legend for. Gordon is greatly played and a huge part of the show. I'm not feeling his wife, or the Montoya character. I'm worried if the girl playing cat woman can pull it off. The Riddler seems played to a t, early as Ed Ngyma. Though not a perfect copy of the comics this show does everything to cling to the Dark Knight and his dark Gotham. Mental illness in it's darkest corners are explored in every episode. If you remotely appreciate the darkness of the Batman character, watch this show for 5 episodes, you will be hooked. And the most promising part is if they pace it like the comics, the actors are young enough where they could truly explore all of Batman's villains in deep detail. Finally something truly dark, to represent the Dark Knight, instead of the watered down stuff that has been passing for Batman in many of the Batman movies. So if your a true Batman fan and love the Darkness of the Dark Knight and all his magnificent flaws, you will love this. But if your a Campy Batman fan, and like the watered down, ignoring all the mental health issues all of the Batman characters struggle with. This coffee is probably too strong for you.… Expand
  11. JamesIrish68
    Mar 1, 2015
    8
    Maybe not for the Batman purists but pretty good all the same. The Penguin character is the biggest hit for me giving Heath Ledger a run for his money. Some of the episodes are a little weak, the strong ones make up for them though. Its more adult than I expected and better for it. The city of Gotham is beautifully portrayed and attention to detail is extraordinary. Very entertaining.
  12. seventhseal
    Nov 30, 2014
    8
    A very entertaining, well produced, nicely acted to the large extent and story/character development is a meandering journey which is absolutely worth enjoying from the first class carriage.

    Robin Lord Taylor as Penguin is truly heinous and utterly brilliant!
  13. reellm
    Oct 3, 2014
    7
    3.5/5★

    Origin stories are tricky, but done right they can be fascinating. The comic book movie adaptations of the last decade have proven there is an audience for it, in large part from the coveted 18-49 demographic. The networks took notice and TV shows followed: Smallville, Arrow, The Flash, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. just to name a few. Most of these shows, the C.W. ones especially, are    3.5/5★

    Origin stories are tricky, but done right they can be fascinating. The comic book movie adaptations of the last decade have proven there is an audience for it, in large part from the coveted 18-49 demographic. The networks took notice and TV shows followed: Smallville, Arrow, The Flash, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. just to name a few. Most of these shows, the C.W. ones especially, are about growing up, taking responsibility for your actions and using abilities for good. Gotham is The Wire of these shows: it portrays the city as a dark, crime infested place, and how it influences its inhabitants as they struggle to live and survive. Gotham brings to life the stories of heroes and villains before they made the choices that set them on the path of superhood.

    The show is well cast, with Donal Logues Harvey Bullock a standout, bringing some much needed levity to Ben McKenzie intense James Gordon.

    Verdict: Watch. It will last a season.    … Expand
  14. TheRyanFlaherty
    Oct 14, 2014
    8
    It's ironic that the biggest drawback from the premiere of Gotham is in fact that the show takes place in Gotham.
    The show does such a fantastic job of establishing an uncompromising and corrupt city that it's hard not to feel the show would be more interesting without the expectations that come from knowing the source material. For instance, there would be more tension if the character    It's ironic that the biggest drawback from the premiere of Gotham is in fact that the show takes place in Gotham.
    The show does such a fantastic job of establishing an uncompromising and corrupt city that it's hard not to feel the show would be more interesting without the expectations that come from knowing the source material. For instance, there would be more tension if the character was an Edward Carrington instead of Edward Cobblepot. Because of this the show will often have to rely on dramatic irony, instead of genuine tension, since most viewers will already have knowledge of the key characters.
    However, that is less of a criticism and more of an admission that the show was done so well that it could have stood on it's own merits. Gotham has high production values for network television, is acted well, and the story moves at a brisk pace. Again, the only real missteps revolve around the source material, as there are many moments of "fan-service" (i.e. - "look, it's a character you know", moments) that felt forced or unnecessary.
    We may know the destination for many of these characters, but if the premiere is any indication, the journey will still be worth watching.    … Expand
  15. SythusRATINGS
    Oct 18, 2014
    9
    Before he was Commissioner James Gordon (Ben McKenzie), he was a young detective partnered with the legendary policeman Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue). Their first case together is the murders of Thomas and Martha Wayne, where Gordon first meets young Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) and Alfrd (Sean Pertwee). Other Gotham characters set to appear include Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith), SelinaBefore he was Commissioner James Gordon (Ben McKenzie), he was a young detective partnered with the legendary policeman Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue). Their first case together is the murders of Thomas and Martha Wayne, where Gordon first meets young Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) and Alfrd (Sean Pertwee). Other Gotham characters set to appear include Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith), Selina Kyle (Camren Bicondova), and Oswald Cobblepot (Robin Lord Taylor).… Expand
  16. sully22
    Nov 5, 2014
    8
    I'm enjoying the series thus far, yes the acting isn't amazing and some of the plots have a few wholes in them but it's a good watch and I love all the references. Worth a watch guys!
  17. goins1119
    Nov 16, 2014
    9
    Very interesting. This weekend watched almost all the previous shows on Comcast On Demand so that I would be able to follow the show. I love it, especially Jada's role. Very good....
  18. aimihazwani
    Nov 26, 2014
    10
    I've always been a huge Batman fan and this is a great way to tell a story about the origins. Other people may disagree with me but I think they put too many high expectations on the series to begin with. I watched it with an open mind and I must say I was hooked! Where else can you find a better timeless pre-Batman series? I love how they put effort in the little details like making theI've always been a huge Batman fan and this is a great way to tell a story about the origins. Other people may disagree with me but I think they put too many high expectations on the series to begin with. I watched it with an open mind and I must say I was hooked! Where else can you find a better timeless pre-Batman series? I love how they put effort in the little details like making the whole show and atmosphere look dark all the way hence 'Gotham'. I can definitely see the attributes according to the comics in every character. This program plants a lot of easter eggs so it's really fun to re-watch to see if you missed anything to give you any clues regarding the villains or what not. (i.e: Harvey Dent's shadow on one side of his face via the projector, the huge clock facing Barbara's apartment). Overall, I'm excited for more episodes to be released and I hope they will go on for years like pre-Superman's 'Smallville'. I can't wait to see how the show builds up from here!… Expand
  19. martinex
    Apr 10, 2015
    8
    Really wasn't looking forward to this show (Who want's to see a show about batman without Batman in it?). Boy was I wrong. This show is more interesting than many of the Batman movies. Jada Pinkett Smith is amazing as the evil Fish Mooney. Donald Logue (one of my favorite actors) is equally brilliant as the shady Harvey Bullock. Very well done all around. Who would've thunk?
  20. Eliut
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    The show begins well, with several surprises and immediately recognize enemies. Do not forget that is an adaptation and not going to be 100% faithful to the comic.
  21. igorgavi
    Feb 28, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have been controlling myself not say this, but I can not take it anymore, here it goes (don't be all pissed off at me): Bruce Wayne is actually Batman.… Expand
  22. AvantGuardian
    Jan 5, 2015
    8
    Before Gotham premiered, many of us were wondering -- What is there of interest to us in Gotham prior to the reason we like Batman... Batman. Well, turns out, lots, actually. Gotham, though told through the perspective of our protagonist, a young Commissioner Gordon is the coming of age and origin stories of the classic DC supervillains found in the various incarnations of Batman. InBefore Gotham premiered, many of us were wondering -- What is there of interest to us in Gotham prior to the reason we like Batman... Batman. Well, turns out, lots, actually. Gotham, though told through the perspective of our protagonist, a young Commissioner Gordon is the coming of age and origin stories of the classic DC supervillains found in the various incarnations of Batman. In particular, the show focuses a lot on the origin of The Penguin, his rise to power.

    Gotham is a dark show. It doesn't hold any punches and takes place in a city as corrupt as they come. Even the stray dogs are corrupt in Gotham. It's all up to one man to do his best to keep order. While Jim Gordon is no Superhero, he is the only moral cop in a whole city of crooked cops and its his sharp intuition and persistence that see things through to justice each week. A very cool, artistic and innovative new series that I suspect will easily be renewed.    … Expand
  23. jacob4
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    An epic prequel to the Batman franchise, this show basically fills in the gaps of what was happening as Bruce Wayne was growing up, and what all the other iconic Batman characters and villains were like when they were young too. Instead of being centered around Bruce, this show instead focuses on Jim Gordon and how he became the commissioner who helped Batman. This show has mystery,An epic prequel to the Batman franchise, this show basically fills in the gaps of what was happening as Bruce Wayne was growing up, and what all the other iconic Batman characters and villains were like when they were young too. Instead of being centered around Bruce, this show instead focuses on Jim Gordon and how he became the commissioner who helped Batman. This show has mystery, suspense, some comedy, action and adventure. It portrays iconic Batman characters in ways we didn't imagine, and brings to life other iconic characters or villains, some we've probably never heard of. Instead of simply heroes fighting villains, this show adds that where the police is like fighting against the mafia and corruption of the city. A must see show for all those Batman fans who want to extend their knowledge of the Batman universe and discover how Gotham became city it's known as.… Expand
  24. cumovies
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    REVIEW AFTER FIRST 2 episodes- So far Gotham has a dark exciting start with a good blend of action mystery and drama but the first episode to me was much better than the second.
  25. gmonster320
    May 17, 2015
    7
    "Gotham" follows the usual 22 episodes per season network TV format. I typically do not like this setup because there are too many "filler" episodes added. This seemed to be the case in the middle of the season. I would much prefer to see fewer, tighter episodes. The show did finish strong at the end though which gives me hope for next year. In terms of main characters we have cops Gordon"Gotham" follows the usual 22 episodes per season network TV format. I typically do not like this setup because there are too many "filler" episodes added. This seemed to be the case in the middle of the season. I would much prefer to see fewer, tighter episodes. The show did finish strong at the end though which gives me hope for next year. In terms of main characters we have cops Gordon and Bullock. We have potential Gordo love interests Barbara and Lesley. I'm secretly hoping one/both of these ladies turn out to be major baddies and wreck havoc on Gotham City. How cool would that be? We also meet mobsters Falcone, Maroni, Fish and Penguin. A young Bruce Wayne (who always has trusty Alfred by his side) tries to find clues about his parent's deaths. He also develops a friendship with a young Catwoman. We also see the beginnings of the Riddler and the Joker. There are various other criminals (such as the Dollmaker, the Scarecrow and the Ogre) along the way. My suggestions to the writers for season 2 would be to focus on cohesive stories that provide an emotional impact. You already have lots of great characters to highlight. They just have to be compelling enough to hold our attention. And props to Robin Lord Taylor who is the standout character of "Gotham" in my opinion. I was skeptical that anyone could top Danny DeVito's interpretation of the Penguin but Robin breaths new life into Oswald Cobblepot.… Expand
  26. Sythus
    Oct 16, 2014
    9
    I was very skeptical of Gotham at first, with missing key characters as a adult Bruce Wayne and having different age gaps from the Comics, i wasn't very interested but then i watched the first episode and it suckered me in the show, Jim Gordon is great and is very enjoyable when he and Harvey are on the screen together, this show surprised me with it's acting, story and characters, theI was very skeptical of Gotham at first, with missing key characters as a adult Bruce Wayne and having different age gaps from the Comics, i wasn't very interested but then i watched the first episode and it suckered me in the show, Jim Gordon is great and is very enjoyable when he and Harvey are on the screen together, this show surprised me with it's acting, story and characters, the Easter eggs may be a touch too obvious but that doesn't put me off, overall Gotham is a great show and the only cop drama show to interest me, i'll definitively give this a 9.… Expand
  27. SOA21
    Oct 20, 2014
    8
    If you are a hard core comic lover, you probably won't like the show. Now that I got that over with, I think Gotham has done a really good job of creating the back stories of the characters everyone knows from the movies. Yes some of the acting can be upgraded and a few of the stories changed around, but overall this is a pretty good product if you are into superheroes and villains.If you are a hard core comic lover, you probably won't like the show. Now that I got that over with, I think Gotham has done a really good job of creating the back stories of the characters everyone knows from the movies. Yes some of the acting can be upgraded and a few of the stories changed around, but overall this is a pretty good product if you are into superheroes and villains. Those of you expecting "The Dark Knight" type of writing are going to be disappointed, those of us that just want to watch it for what it is, will enjoy the series. I will be back with a full review once season one is complete. If you are going to trash the show without watching all of the first season, then don't leave a comment.… Expand
  28. king5ter
    Aug 31, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While it's first few episodes get the show off to a shaky start, Gotham is overall a brilliant show, blending detective drama, origin stories and mob wars into an intriguing, enjoyable show. The main character Jim Gordon is likable and dynamic, and the main characters are mostly fleshed out and human, with one or two exceptions.

    The pilot is rough around the edges, introducing the characters while at the same time cramming in so many references that every single minute of the episode is packed with them. They aren't exact;y subtle either, with the show throwing every conceivable plot device and clue at you to get you to notice the reference. It does this a lot in the season. An example is a scene in a mid-season episode where both the viewer and Jim meet Harvey Dent for the first time, the lawyer who later becomes Two-Face. You see him with a client of his, making a decision based on a coin flip, a nod to the character he will later become, and had that been all that happened, the reference would be okay, subtle enough to not scream "LOOK EVERYONE IT'S TWO-FACE" but obvious enough that Batman fans would understand it. However, Dent then proceeds to explain the whole thing to Gordon, dragging the reference out needlessly. At first Gotham can be forgiven, but after twenty-two episodes it becomes tiring.

    The main premise of the show is that Jim Gordon is just starting out as a Detective in Gotham, long before he becomes Commissioner, and he works to fight both corruption, gang violence and the villains that are slowly populating Gotham. This first season focuses largely on the gang wars, although there are some notable villains thrown in every few episodes - namely Scarecrow, the Electrocutioner and possibly the Joker - to name a few. A couple of the villains have bigger roles than just one or two episode affairs, especially The Riddler and Penguin. Penguin, in fact, plays a vital role in Gotham, serving as both a protagonist and antagonist when it suits him. Ultimately, though, he is destined to become a huge gang leader and super-villain, and watching him rise from nothing to a great force over the course of the season is hugely entertaining.

    Over the course of the season, the balance between the origin-like cases and the gang war is well kept, and tensions rise between the two biggest gangsters, Falcone and Maroni, as the season goes on, culminating in a finale that changes things a lot.

    Speaking of the finale, that brings me to one of my favorite things about Gotham. Now, I know this review is tagged with spoilers, but this is probably the biggest spoiler you could reveal about the show, so if you want to leave, do it now.

    In the final episode, Maroni is killed off, something that goes off canon from Batman, as he plays a big part in a lot of Batman stories. One of my favorite things about this show is that it isn't afraid to take risks and go off canon. It does this a lot, including:

    -Maroni dying
    -Barbara not being pregnant when they move to Gotham
    -The Riddler working for the GCPD
    -Barbara killing her parents
    -Bruce and Selina's friendship as children
    -And many other things

    This non-canon attitude allows Gotham to be more creative and flexible in it's approach and gives it a lot more freedom, which I think is definitely needed to give the show a breath of fresh air.

    Most of the characters are portrayed brilliantly. The duo of Jim and his partner Harvey Bullock are likable and yet not perfect, giving the audience someone to root for while still questioning their actions at points. The villains are almost all played perfectly, particularly Riddler and Penguin. If there is one character I don't like, it's Fish Mooney. Fish is a gangster working under Falcone whose plan is to rebel against him and bring his empire down. For the entirety of the season she is portrayed as selfish and brutal, and she is very one-dimensional, never at all seeming human. Even the mob bosses, Falcone and Maroni, can be understood and empathized with at points.

    All in all, Gotham is a good show. While the references are obvious and often unnecessary, the characters are played brilliantly, and the non-canon approach lends itself brilliantly to the show.    … Expand
  29. Havvkeye
    Oct 21, 2014
    9
    Just when I thought I'd never watch another Batman anything, along comes Gotham .... the ultimate prequel! Gotham's fresh approach gives viewers not only a new and more complete understanding of the Batman saga but should have all creators looking at their productions thinking "Can we apply the approaches used in Gotham to enhance existing projects." The answer is simple: Yes they can!
  30. papeadojhon
    Dec 17, 2014
    8
    Gotham es una entretenida, misteriosa, inteligente y buena actuada mezcla que de verdad entretiene al expectador y lo hace esperar con ansias cada episodio.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. Slant Magazine
    Reviewed by: Chuck Bowen
    Sep 26, 2014
    50
    Though it abounds in diverting window-dressing, Gotham is literally all dressed up with nowhere to go: It's a derivative copy of a copy in search of a real governing identity.
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  2. Sioux City Journal
    Reviewed by: Bruce Miller
    Sep 22, 2014
    80
    An absorbing, intelligent new drama that gives the Batman mythology one more layer of depth.
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  3. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Vicki Hyman
    Sep 22, 2014
    91
    The city--neon-washed, Chanderlesque, somewhat anachronistic--is itself also a character, and it turns what could be "Law & Order: Gotham" into something infinitely more layered and watchable.
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