Gotham

:

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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 730 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 545 out of 730
  2. Mixed: 91 out of 730
  3. Negative: 94 out of 730
Watch Now

Where To Watch

Stream On
Buy on
Stream On
Stream On
Expand

Review this tv show

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling

User Reviews

view
per page
  1. WandaFukawa
    Jan 6, 2019
    0
    Get writers who understand the English Language. "I could care less," used in several places in episodes is incorrect. That phrase indicates one is capable of caring less. The idea that the writer wanted to convey is "I couldn't (or could not) care less." Think about the phrasing...thanks
  2. SrPepe
    Jul 5, 2018
    7
    Esta buena pero tiene varios conceptos raros y bastantes malos. Muy por debajo de la siguiente.
  3. Lirezh
    Apr 6, 2018
    1
    We have one great Season one, one good Season two and two horrible seasons 3 and 4.

    The series started well thought through, well done and greatly acted. It turned out into a stupid mess of repeated high phantasy acts. It's really a shame how such a nice start can be so extremely ruined. They didn't even want to get new actors, they keep killing the same actors over and over    We have one great Season one, one good Season two and two horrible seasons 3 and 4.

    The series started well thought through, well done and greatly acted.
    It turned out into a stupid mess of repeated high phantasy acts.

    It's really a shame how such a nice start can be so extremely ruined.

    They didn't even want to get new actors, they keep killing the same actors over and over again to find a new way of making them "alive again" again and again.
    Stay away from it.    … Expand
  4. kk84
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    best show i have ever watched! i love the GOTHAM, the city, the characters good and evil, the actors and their acting, the make up, the stories, the whole Batman universe is so great!
    Best time of the week is to see another episode of this show! dont miss it its the best!
  5. Peanutdesforets
    Oct 12, 2017
    9
    We must take your time with this show because it's going better each episode at a time. The villains are nice, Alfred is awesome and even if Bruce aka young Batman is sometimes muche more that annoying the acting is good and the next season is going to be epic.
  6. TheOnlyMr
    Jun 6, 2017
    9
    The first five episodes were boring to be honest , But after those episodes that explain the backstory of this TV series the action starts and goes deeper in the DCEU.
    The idea of killing off huge villains and getting them back from the dead isn't really fun. On one of the season finale's I believe they " killed " off fish mooney , And then Hugo Strange appears and gets her back from the    The first five episodes were boring to be honest , But after those episodes that explain the backstory of this TV series the action starts and goes deeper in the DCEU.
    The idea of killing off huge villains and getting them back from the dead isn't really fun. On one of the season finale's I believe they " killed " off fish mooney , And then Hugo Strange appears and gets her back from the dead. Then Galavan dies and returns as a ninja warrior , So things just dont add up in the series and I think that they should fix these small issues then Ill consider a 10/10.    … Expand
  7. flylex
    May 18, 2017
    8
    Gotham from the beginning already defines how the series will be in the case a police series on the department of the gcpd of gotham the city and the series itself are dark, dark and give a certain intimidation, the protagonist is the policeman james gordom while he is new And is not commissary in the beginning the series follows a language of the recipe of a villain per episode and a clueGotham from the beginning already defines how the series will be in the case a police series on the department of the gcpd of gotham the city and the series itself are dark, dark and give a certain intimidation, the protagonist is the policeman james gordom while he is new And is not commissary in the beginning the series follows a language of the recipe of a villain per episode and a clue to a larger plot in the future, villains in general are good falcone, maroni, fish mooney and the penguin are great character pincally penguin and fish Which has strong personalities that are being molded and defined more and more, we also have bruce wayne that is relatively well but does not pass full credibility of what would be the future millionaire egocentrico and grumpy, alfred is very similar to the comic always giving sermons and how Always very badass, jim gordon itself is not very impressive in the series and harvey would be the supposed relief comico the series is good but also has many mistakes and holes in the same script So amuses and learns from past mistakes note 78… Expand
  8. TiagoGM18
    Mar 27, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great first season, too bad the show kind of collapses after the death of Azrael. Great characters, you can really get invested both in the heroes and the villains, especially Penguin… Expand
  9. Broyax
    Dec 31, 2016
    0
    Meeerde... 3 saisons ? déjà ?... j'arrive pas à finir la première. Et puis quoi... 22 épisodes ? sérieusement ?... meeeerde.

    J'en suis au troisième et déjà... j'en peux plus. Oui, le putain de troisième épisode. Et de de toute façon, je l'ai même pas fini. Pourtant, je vois bien un peu ce qu'ils ont essayé de faire avec ce pré-prologue de Batman, ce temps où Batman n'était pas encore    Meeerde... 3 saisons ? déjà ?... j'arrive pas à finir la première. Et puis quoi... 22 épisodes ? sérieusement ?... meeeerde.

    J'en suis au troisième et déjà... j'en peux plus. Oui, le putain de troisième épisode. Et de de toute façon, je l'ai même pas fini.

    Pourtant, je vois bien un peu ce qu'ils ont essayé de faire avec ce pré-prologue de Batman, ce temps où Batman n'était pas encore Batman mais un môme de 10 ans. Pareil pour Catwoman. Et pour les autres vilains ou déjantés qui roulent plus ou moins (déjà) leur bosse dans la ville du crime, c'est le même principe : "regarde un peu avant comment j'étais sans collants. Et sans mon costume violet ni mes chaussons verts. Regarde comme j'étais plus jeune et plus petit."

    D'accord mais est-ce intéressant ? les détraqués sans leurs costumes ? j'ai un gros doute. Et qu'est-ce qu'on a à la place ? cette andouille molle de Jim Gordon... qui c'est çui-là déjà ? ah le flic idiot dans les films, le faire-valoir crétin, le demeuré de service, le constipé du règlement. Eh ben il a une série rien qu'à lui et pour lui maintenant. Et sa blondasse de bonne femme, une grue sortie d'on ne sait où.

    A part ça, rien à signaler : il ne se passe rien. Rien du tout, que dalle. Juste des meubles plus ou moins parlants. Des dialogues écrits avec le fion récités par des acteurs à la masse. Je passe.    … Expand
  10. eagleeyeviking
    Sep 26, 2016
    6
    Sporadically solid but not without it's flaws, Gotham's relation to it's Batman mythology is unfortunately what sets it apart from other similar shows.
  11. ProGamerZix
    Sep 20, 2016
    9
    The start blew my mind. The writing and screenplay are amazing. The Music is exceptional. The display of the city Gotham is very dark and gritty !

    If you are a DC fan this is a must watch
  12. XxramezxX
    Aug 2, 2016
    10
    Incredible show, i'm amazed with the incredible talent of the whole cast and the script, it really is worth a watch..i don't usually follow tv shows but this ones just blew me away, it does not stick to all the original versions of dc we know but it sticks out due to its originality , 10/10 a true masterpiece
  13. georgio
    Jul 18, 2016
    8
    I watched first 15 episodes of the TV show and I am loving it. However I understands why some of the die hard fans of DC Comics franchise may be disgruntled. I will address some of the stuff:

    Setting: you will not see some dark Gothic themes and weird supervillains much. The TV shows is set in a modern US city although much more twisted and corrupted but in an ordinary way. Gothem seems    I watched first 15 episodes of the TV show and I am loving it. However I understands why some of the die hard fans of DC Comics franchise may be disgruntled. I will address some of the stuff:

    Setting: you will not see some dark Gothic themes and weird supervillains much. The TV shows is set in a modern US city although much more twisted and corrupted but in an ordinary way. Gothem seems to be closer to cynicism of "The Wire" rather than fairy tale dark atmosphere of Marvel franchise. So you see the corrupt police, mob wars and corporate greed played out in various plots. It picture Gotham as a complex maze that is hard to navigate by "heores" and "villains" alike. I am loving it.

    Characters: There are some really wonderful and strong characters in the show. However to me it seems that support characters may be better acted than main heroes. This reminds me a little bit of "The Grim" series. Additionally there seems to be no presence of some silly/supernatural aspects in the show. Penguin is creepy rising star in italian mob. Enigma is weido working as lab rat in police department. really well done.

    Plot: There are several plot lines of various characters that meet and divide again and again with murder cases of detective Jim Gordon as a common thread to connect everything. So you get to see "murderer of the week" episodes with no longterm effect as well as episodes where plots that were long in preparation are thwarted or changed. All in all the pace is good.

    What I find lacking: Humor. I mean it. The TV show takes itself too seriously. I think there is a lot of potential for some sort of dark and cynical humor in the Show. You have cynical detective in Harvey Bullock. You have your english butler in american metropolis. I cannot imagine that people of Gotham could take everything they live through without some sort of humor. Look no further than "The Wire" for some tips.

    Anyways all in all this is a very good detective TV show that is also a probe into the life of citizen of totally corrupted city. It has a lot of potential even if you are not particular fan of DC Comics franchise.    … Expand
  14. Graham433
    Jul 7, 2016
    10
    When I wake up and think of a word to describe Gotham it would be 'Masterpiece.' Gotham sets a new bar for
    superhero tv shows with its suspenseful, retro, gory vibe. Gotham Season 1 is better than Season 2 though Season 2 is also a masterpiece. In Season 1 we are introduced to Jim Gordon, Black Mask, & Joker or Mad Hatter. Overall, a masterpiece that must be watched.
  15. Baudim
    May 30, 2016
    2
    I couldn't get through the first episode. Too cliché, too predictable, too "hey look that character is gonna be a villain, can you guess which one?!?". Also the old cop / young cop dynamic is not modern at all and just made me roll my eyes the whole time.
  16. daneyuleb
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Stylish, gritty, atmospheric, a little gonzo at times. Superbly cast. This is easily the best of the comic book based dramas out there no matter what anyone tells you--if anything made better by the fact that it's carving it's own spin on the origin stories of Batman and his various friends and enemies.

    The characters are near-perfectly cast--especially Gordon, Penquin, Alfred and the    Stylish, gritty, atmospheric, a little gonzo at times. Superbly cast. This is easily the best of the comic book based dramas out there no matter what anyone tells you--if anything made better by the fact that it's carving it's own spin on the origin stories of Batman and his various friends and enemies.

    The characters are near-perfectly cast--especially Gordon, Penquin, Alfred and the Riddler--and MOST especially David Mazouz,as the young Bruce Wayne.

    I know that Agent Carter, The Flash, Daredevil, Jessica Jones are all the darlings of the critics, but after this show got rolling deep into its first season, it clearly grew into taking the crown as the best of the super hero shows, the others all too often suffering from too much camp, too much talk or too much self-importance and angst.    … Expand
  17. MEFzelder
    May 22, 2016
    6
    "Gotham" es una buena serie, con sus altas y bajas, con elementos cuestionables para fans de Batman pero que en general logra entretener y representar con el estilo Nolan a personajes como el Pingüino y el Acertijo.
    La serie nos introduce justo en el evento que más definió la vida de Bruce Wayne, el asesinato de sus padres, de aquí se pone el foco de la cámara en un joven James Gordon    "Gotham" es una buena serie, con sus altas y bajas, con elementos cuestionables para fans de Batman pero que en general logra entretener y representar con el estilo Nolan a personajes como el Pingüino y el Acertijo.
    La serie nos introduce justo en el evento que más definió la vida de Bruce Wayne, el asesinato de sus padres, de aquí se pone el foco de la cámara en un joven James Gordon (Ben McKenzie), policía del departamento de Gotham, quien inicia la investigación sobre el homicidio en contra de las ideas de su compañero, Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue).
    De aquí se van introduciendo los personajes más llamativos de la saga de Batman, como los ya mencionados Pingüino (Robin Lord Taylor) y Acertijo (Cory Michel Smith) entre otros como Selina Kyle (Camren Bicondova) y Poison Ivy (Clare Foley) quienes aún no han desarrollado el personaje en que se convertirán en el futuro.
    Uno de las fallas más grandes que tiene la serie son los protagonistas, Ben McKenzie y Erin Richards, quien interpreta a Barbara Gordon, son malos actores. Ben al menos añadió una expresión tras la primer mitad de la temporada, mostrar los dientes; pero Erin fue tan mala que la hicieron desaparecer luego de la primera parte y cuando reapareció le dieron un rol donde su conducta era no expresar emociones.
    En general la serie es entretenida, te atrapa más por los villanos que por los héroes y esta bien producida, aunque la serie hace ver a Batman irrelevante, ya que su forma de impartir justicia causó que los villanos imitaran su método dramático para ser criminales a su altura, aquí parece que es a la inversa.    … Expand
  18. TornadoCreator
    Apr 9, 2016
    8
    This is yet another show in quick succession that seems to be bringing back an aesthetic long forgotten; film-noir. While other shows have seen more conversation started over them, namely Daredevil, this stands along side it as one of the pioneers of the emerging genre and an equally interesting offering from DC as the ones provided by Marvel.

    Focusing more on the city before Batman    This is yet another show in quick succession that seems to be bringing back an aesthetic long forgotten; film-noir. While other shows have seen more conversation started over them, namely Daredevil, this stands along side it as one of the pioneers of the emerging genre and an equally interesting offering from DC as the ones provided by Marvel.

    Focusing more on the city before Batman exists, we have a show that focuses more on the atmosphere and style of the city itself while telling a police-periodical crime-noir drama, steeped in style as it explores the nature of corruption and organised crime. A thrilling show that keeps the energy up while being relateable through the characters of Gordan and Bullock who play a fantastic police duo. Highly recommended viewing even for those who don't particularly enjoy superheroes as you'd be completely unaware that this was based on a comic if you're not previously familiar with the setting.    … Expand
  19. royv
    Feb 14, 2016
    10
    Gotham’s hooks

    You’ve my applause FOX Your excellent display of gruesome narrative, in an era of indifference, in a hoary metropolis, where the ’stale’ is banished and the bloody is made mainstream…….well, I do declare my loyalty to all things ‘Gotham’! Don’t you know/your writers are top tier, their exposés unrivaled And that they’ve my eyes and ears on Monday nights when I    Gotham’s hooks

    You’ve my applause FOX

    Your excellent display of gruesome narrative, in an era of indifference, in a hoary metropolis, where the ’stale’ is banished and the bloody is made mainstream…….well,

    I do declare my loyalty to all things ‘Gotham’!

    Don’t you know/your writers are top tier, their exposés unrivaled

    And that they’ve my eyes and ears on Monday nights when I sink into a Victorian lounger, pull at my lower lip, pinch a corrosive hook Twix my forefinger and thumb, wait for the clock to strike eight, click the clicker, and slowly pierce it in and through?

    My fantasy, a mild bleed, makes me flush, I’m warmed, and then made nauseous; what’s more, escape into a dark miserable reality is somewhat curiously soothing …..I taste my own blood……there’s a hint of metal/rust in it; nevertheless, I’m out-and-out hooked!

    So reel me in FOX……..I ‘wanna’ be reeled in

    And for you, whom are unaware,

    ‘Gotham’, the show, is in the midst of laying foundations, building transformative walls, painting a portrait of an iconic city morphing from a dull harmony/old-style lawbreaking to outright bedlam….

    Citizens known more for their inflexibility and nonconformity are at first confused, then inured, and ultimately struck hard, stunned to ever escalating senseless bloodletting….

    The populace, like frogs in a crock, is slowly cooked/ is conditioned for villainy untold

    What simmers to a boil is a complete disregard for original forms of crime and sleaze swapped for a constant flow of corruption/misconduct/ wickedness/treachery/ and the noxious brew is spiked to the brim with indescribable fury….

    The ‘law’ is railed at……’wake up damn it…… get your ass out of bed, get to your feet, and stand up’!

    But ‘he’s’ crippled, and when he walks he staggers, he’s dejected

    ‘Evil has spilled over and ‘performance’ has taken to the stage’!

    ‘Badness’, she’s a grisly sort, her learnt knacks are made the rule/ not the exception
    And ‘Brutality’, her lackey, makes the people salivate
    They want eyes to be stabbed and gouged
    They want flesh to be ‘lit up’ to fuel the light that brightens their dark alleys
    The cries from living torches is unsettling but not unconscionable
    They want Stilettoes (her heals) to be pressed through defenseless throats conjuring the sounds of desperate gurgles
    Fresh corpses are cut up, handled sloppily, and contempt for morality/ethics/ life has taken on a perverse significance

    An intellect that feeds on unbridled egotism is birthed,

    Gotham is made gross;

    With the rise of the villains she’s no conduct for what is civil

    And at the core of this new spirit are a riddle joined to a bird, tempered by a cat, while a disreputable fish is exiled

    At present, these are Gotham’s ‘hooks’, and I’ve no other reason for watching the wonderful spectacle that is

    Gotham    … Expand
  20. cwetzel4
    Feb 7, 2016
    10
    I was extremely skeptical of this show because all of my friends told me it was very good but it wasn't about batman so I as a lover of everything batman wasn't to interested in a show about the city of gotham that wasn't all about batman. I end up binging on super hero tv shows on Netflix and once i found my self done with The Flash and The Arrow I figured why not and decided to make theI was extremely skeptical of this show because all of my friends told me it was very good but it wasn't about batman so I as a lover of everything batman wasn't to interested in a show about the city of gotham that wasn't all about batman. I end up binging on super hero tv shows on Netflix and once i found my self done with The Flash and The Arrow I figured why not and decided to make the jump and watch Gotham. Lets just say I watched every available episode with in two days and if it was a possible career choice I would sign up today to be a member of the GCPD (Gotham City Police Department). I highly recommend watching Gotham… Expand
  21. JoeBlair
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    The show is great fun if you overlook some awkward compromises that were made to retain mass appeal.

    2nd Season has a fantastic Michael Chiklis performance.
  22. Olzar
    Nov 16, 2015
    3
    Show premise has it as a prequel, but since creators seem to regret the show's very premise, they make unrealistically convenient reasons to keep would be important villains and heroes around and have turned the show into a bad Muppet Babies of Batman.
  23. Soma9840
    Nov 11, 2015
    8
    The show is definitely worth a watch with interesting characters, interesting story, and lack of major filming mistakes. Also, I find the multiple storylines idea incredibly well done and interesting. There are very few cop show cliches. Some of our favorite characters are made believable through means not possible in film or comics. This is one of the few shows I can find myself invested in.
  24. Jimmus
    Oct 12, 2015
    6
    What a mess. "Hey, let's throw all the Batman story, throw it up in the air, and make a show about the villains! Naw, we don't have to pay any attention to the origins of anyone, nobody will care if we mess with that."
  25. tigerskin84
    Sep 29, 2015
    0
    Instead of this garbage they should done a batman year one tv show, this show is bad , bad acting, poor choice of casting and why the hell is catwoman and every villain in this show a bad guy almost since they are born... i watched the fisrt 4 chapters and im done, theres a lot out there a lot better than this cr@p
  26. johnyct9760
    Sep 28, 2015
    9
    On the whole I thought it was good, I would have liked to have seen a little more character exploration on a few of the main and secondary characters (EG: detective bullock) but all and all it was really solid and fun to watch. I did notice there were just a few to many impossible escapes by and hammed up over the top gun fights thrown in that did kind of break my immersion in the story.On the whole I thought it was good, I would have liked to have seen a little more character exploration on a few of the main and secondary characters (EG: detective bullock) but all and all it was really solid and fun to watch. I did notice there were just a few to many impossible escapes by and hammed up over the top gun fights thrown in that did kind of break my immersion in the story. My final verdict is Solid B+ Well done, room to grow and I'm definitely going to tune in for season 2.… Expand
  27. EnderA
    Sep 24, 2015
    4
    Pros:
    *The backgrounds and styling are cohesive and smooth, with the classic Batman Film-Noir feel.
    *You get to see nearly all of the classic Batman characters together. *Penguin's plot line is a lot of fun, with interesting twists. (Literally the only reason I kept watching was because of Penguin.) Cons: *There is almost no character development or depth. *The plot stretches    Pros:
    *The backgrounds and styling are cohesive and smooth, with the classic Batman Film-Noir feel.
    *You get to see nearly all of the classic Batman characters together.
    *Penguin's plot line is a lot of fun, with interesting twists. (Literally the only reason I kept watching was because of Penguin.)

    Cons:
    *There is almost no character development or depth.
    *The plot stretches itself pretty far in terms of actions being in-character.
    *Very little real action, mostly just posturing.

    As much as I wanted to keep watching the Penguin story line (I watched 11 episodes hoping it would get better,) I couldn't justify watching a show for just one plot line.    … Expand
  28. CoNn3r_B
    Sep 15, 2015
    6
    This show is OK but it is let down by all the inaccuracies for the sake of plot for example Fish Mooney is a non-person in all the comics which honestly I wouldn't mind if the character had depth and a decent actor.

    Penguin, though very well acted I have to say, is a very poor portrayal of the character, Penguin is short and fat, while the Penguin isn't tall in the show per say he is    This show is OK but it is let down by all the inaccuracies for the sake of plot for example Fish Mooney is a non-person in all the comics which honestly I wouldn't mind if the character had depth and a decent actor.

    Penguin, though very well acted I have to say, is a very poor portrayal of the character, Penguin is short and fat, while the Penguin isn't tall in the show per say he is still a good 5ft 8 while the penguin in the comics is 4ft something, the actor is also very lean and should have a British accent due to him being sent away to boarding school. All in all the story is similar though where he rises up through the ranks of the mob and despite the character inaccuracies it is a compelling story.

    I don't like the way Gordon is portrayed though in this, if the city was as corrupt as they say he would be dead by now, he should be dead but he was saved by ridiculous technicalities so the plot can go on, instead of a cop who is squeaky clean and fights the system I would rather see a good cop forced to do bad things and has to fight to keep himself on the 'right' path, and while Gordon does make some deals from time to time it is so clean it is ridiculous, his character is just too Hollywood.

    The kid they got to play Bruce Wayne was a good choice, I'm not a fan of child actors as of 99% of the time they suck but this kid has potential. I do see him as a young Bruce Wayne.

    Alfred is a joke in this, the actor they got to play him (Sean Pertwee) has the wrong type of accent, as an English person I can tell you his accent is a British accent it isn't the right kind, pretty much every role Sean has had in the past (from what I've seen) is that of a Villain due to the aggressiveness of his accent.

    And another problem I have with this show is that it's too pretty. We're supposed to be looking at a city on the verge of collapse due to corruption with people living in fear and get beat up by cops and thugs and live in poverty and then you get a young Catwoman with an immaculate pretty face. (before you go on she's 16 which is legal in the UK and I'm 18 so don't start.) the homeless kids didn't look homeless, Gordon got battered and his face his back to normal in a few hours and the city itself looks too clean.

    I want to make something clear there IS something compelling about this show but they chose the wrong franchise, if it wasn't Batman this show would feel more natural but alas it is Batman and all I can do while watching is notice the inaccuracies and the extremely obvious foreshadowing that they ram down your throat, "You need help Nigma" give me a break.    … Expand
  29. marc5477
    Sep 7, 2015
    9
    What a pleasant surprise. I was expecting more garbage like Arrow and Flash but was treated to something that might climb to the top of my list of TV shows to watch. The dialog is good and the acting is extremely good. For the most part the plots are well done however several episodes had some big plot holes that didnt make sense but on average, the writing was good. Do not expect thisWhat a pleasant surprise. I was expecting more garbage like Arrow and Flash but was treated to something that might climb to the top of my list of TV shows to watch. The dialog is good and the acting is extremely good. For the most part the plots are well done however several episodes had some big plot holes that didnt make sense but on average, the writing was good. Do not expect this show to follow the comics loyally. If you are one of those idiots who think that everything needs to follow the comics, I invite you to snort some cool aid because even the comics themselves do not follow their own origins and turn non-nonsensically bad 90% of the time. There is no difference between a comic writer writing Batman or a TV show or Movie producers. They are all PAID BY THE OWNERS to do exactly that. This show is very good and possibly the best adaptation of a comic in history... all that said, and Batman is not even a factor since he is just a kid at this point. I cant wait for season 2 and while you are at it, maybe during the off season, go help the morons at Flash (Arrow is not salvageable) which is a travesty and embarrassing to watch.… Expand
  30. 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
  31. TomaAmer
    Aug 24, 2015
    2
    This show is way overrated here. To be clear, i'm no fan of the Batman universe, I've seen and loved Burton and Nolan's movies but that's it.
    After the pilot, which is really really bad, I tried to go on and see if the show becomes better, but here i am, 3 episodes later, still confused about why this show is rated 71 here. It is terrible, the acting is bad, the dialogues are poor. Ok the    This show is way overrated here. To be clear, i'm no fan of the Batman universe, I've seen and loved Burton and Nolan's movies but that's it.
    After the pilot, which is really really bad, I tried to go on and see if the show becomes better, but here i am, 3 episodes later, still confused about why this show is rated 71 here. It is terrible, the acting is bad, the dialogues are poor. Ok the stories aren't so bad, but it's always uselessly brutal and bloody, with horror movie music in the back, and that's only because this is what keeps people in front of the tv today, and i love bloody shows but it just feels terribly wrong and useless here. I'm gonna watch marvel's daredevil now, hopefully it'll be better. I'd even prefer watch the entire Smallville series all over again than this ****    … Expand
  32. batmanaaron
    Aug 14, 2015
    1
    Gotham has some really bad pacing with joker being introduced in season 2 and the red hood gang in episode 17 you can tell gotham doesn't suffer from bad acting but bad writing, but the worst part of gotham is the ogre story arc,his secret base looks like something from 50 shades of grey
  33. diendjap
    Aug 8, 2015
    6
    The show balances between realism and fantasy in a very awkward way, showing some realistic gruesome murders in one episode, and (light spoiler) green gas that gives you super-strength in the other. What the hell? Also, there are some plot holes, and the writing is pretty bad at times. However, sometimes little stories are really interesting, yet it still feels very overstuffed withThe show balances between realism and fantasy in a very awkward way, showing some realistic gruesome murders in one episode, and (light spoiler) green gas that gives you super-strength in the other. What the hell? Also, there are some plot holes, and the writing is pretty bad at times. However, sometimes little stories are really interesting, yet it still feels very overstuffed with characters. My biggest problem with the show, however, is the editing. Some shots go for too long, while others are cut away abruptly. Soundtrack is very bland, as well as overall directorial style. The best thing about the show are actors. Every single one of them (maybe with the exception of Gordon), disregarding the actual dialogue, are amazing.
    Overall, first season is a mediocre start to Gotham series, with occasional flashes of greatness. I'd recommend to watch it, if you don't have anything better to do. Otherwise, don't waste your time.    … Expand
  34. CallMeMrGeek
    Jul 31, 2015
    9
    A série anda à volta da fantástica, incrível e enigmática cidade do "Cavaleiro das trevas". Onde o crime e a corrupção é o pão nosso de cada dia.

    Quem tenta travar uma batalha para quebrar esse fluxo de podridão da cidade é o agente James Gordon, interpretado por Ben McKenzie, infelizmente o seu caminho é longo, já que tem de deparar-se com todo o tipo de criminosos. Até agora (estou    A série anda à volta da fantástica, incrível e enigmática cidade do "Cavaleiro das trevas". Onde o crime e a corrupção é o pão nosso de cada dia.

    Quem tenta travar uma batalha para quebrar esse fluxo de podridão da cidade é o agente James Gordon, interpretado por Ben McKenzie, infelizmente o seu caminho é longo, já que tem de deparar-se com todo o tipo de criminosos.

    Até agora (estou no episódio 17) só tenho coisas positivas a apontar sobre a série, desde da história, dos personagens e da perfeita escolha do elenco (que apesar de ter alguns jovens) têm todos eles uma perfeita prestação na série.

    Vermos o Bruce Wayne a deparar-se com a perda dos pais e como enfrenta isso é de forma mais aprofundada é algo que vale a pena ver.

    Outro grande argumento para vermos Gotham é o facto de pudermos ver personagens como o Pinguim ou Joker a enlouquecer aos poucos, assim como vários outros vilões presentes nas bandas desenhadas de Batman.

    A série vencedora de 2 prémios (“Most Exciting New series” e “Outstanding Drama”), tendo sido nomeada por 12 vezes sendo que 2 ainda estão pendentes.

    Com uma média de 6.5 milhões de espectadores por episódio nos Estados Unidos , Gotham tem mais que argumentos para ser considerada uma fantástica série.    … Expand
  35. AxeT
    Jul 19, 2015
    6
    Moody, adult, big production value, and an interesting bizarro world chronology of props, locations and technology unfold in this dark comic book appropriate in tone for both television and its "The Dark Knight" origins. What's missing is truly original and compelling story telling that ultimately goes beyond formula.
  36. Nikola
    Jun 24, 2015
    6
    My biggest criticism of this TV series is in my opinion a very bad choice of actors for the main roles.
    However, I am a big fan of Batman franchise, and for this TV series I can not give a totally bad score, although essentially a very average TV series.
  37. roinujrino
    Jun 18, 2015
    10
    It's an amazing show! All the actors and characters are great. The way Gotham presents Batman's characters make them look even better than they are, the show is really great!
  38. 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
  39. JulietteRyanRok
    Apr 28, 2015
    8
    I hated the begining of this series , primarily for a whole bunch of incongruities in style of filming , writing & acting but I stuck with it & it's gotten much better. Lots of talented actors & stunning set locations. I like the "Noir"-esque feel of the production. I think the reason it's getting a lot of bad press is because some viewers are trying to contextualize this into the hugeI hated the begining of this series , primarily for a whole bunch of incongruities in style of filming , writing & acting but I stuck with it & it's gotten much better. Lots of talented actors & stunning set locations. I like the "Noir"-esque feel of the production. I think the reason it's getting a lot of bad press is because some viewers are trying to contextualize this into the huge body of previous Batman related productions. Try to watch it without comparing it to other Batman productions & story lines & I think you'll find it has merits of it's own & can become very enjoyable to watch.… Expand
  40. 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?
  41. Jamison12
    Mar 27, 2015
    5
    From the start, Gotham is great and exciting. It's very well made throughout the entire season, but this premise of Jim Gordon before batman can only go so far. It continues to introduce super villains while we still have no Batman. If the series fails to introduce Batman at some point, it's only going to lose the audience and become boring.
  42. ikkei
    Mar 21, 2015
    3
    Where no AAA dared go before... A cheesy collection of evident cliches, all but redeemed by a predictable void in lieu of intrigue: unfortunately, that statement doesn't even begin to cover how Gotham fails at pretty much everything.

    I find it hard to believe that one of the highest-budget show would get such an awful treatment. Yet, that's what happened here. Most of the writing,    Where no AAA dared go before... A cheesy collection of evident cliches, all but redeemed by a predictable void in lieu of intrigue: unfortunately, that statement doesn't even begin to cover how Gotham fails at pretty much everything.

    I find it hard to believe that one of the highest-budget show would get such an awful treatment. Yet, that's what happened here. Most of the writing, directing, storytelling, the vision really, feels rushed and unspeakably shallow. When most of something is so bad, what little good there is feels stained, slightly out of place.

    For a twisted cultural interest, you really owe it to yourself to watch episode 1, just to appreciate how bad money can be spent on a huge license.    … Expand
  43. 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
  44. Dustin4u
    Mar 8, 2015
    5
    BAD, BAD, BAD. I had to stop after 9 episodes. It was tough to get through the last couple of them. Will Smith's wife is the worst character in history.
  45. 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.
  46. 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
  47. elamin13
    Feb 20, 2015
    0
    how in the hell are you introducing robin already? robin is nowhere near the same age as batman. they need to take this garbage off of the air. this will be my last comment on this show because i cannot watch it any longer. i was only watching it because of Jada Pinkett-Smith, but i can no longer do it. i would rather rip my own eyes out of my head and cut of my ears that watch thishow in the hell are you introducing robin already? robin is nowhere near the same age as batman. they need to take this garbage off of the air. this will be my last comment on this show because i cannot watch it any longer. i was only watching it because of Jada Pinkett-Smith, but i can no longer do it. i would rather rip my own eyes out of my head and cut of my ears that watch this garbage any more.… Expand
  48. manofthemoon
    Feb 20, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Take away the excellent Penguin and Harvey Bullock and you're left with the truly awful Barbara, Fish, and enough other cardboard characters to make you wonder how much people get paid to work on this show when no money went on the script or acting classes? A major disappointment that wastes a great premise. The show needs a major reboot and a plot.… Expand
  49. boubadiop
    Feb 19, 2015
    3
    Watched every episode to this date think am about half way through the first series so I cant really give up now. But with every episode my motivation decreases a little more its really not that great, the main actor in the show is just bad and the story for the whole thing makes no sense, all of sudden one of the characters is a leader of some slaves on a boat? The whole stupidity of theWatched every episode to this date think am about half way through the first series so I cant really give up now. But with every episode my motivation decreases a little more its really not that great, the main actor in the show is just bad and the story for the whole thing makes no sense, all of sudden one of the characters is a leader of some slaves on a boat? The whole stupidity of the main story just angers me and really not worth the time and effort even if you are batman fan… Expand
  50. maxtotal22
    Feb 18, 2015
    3
    I had high hopes for this show, but after watching until the mid-season I somehow lost all hope. For me, there are too many inconsistencies in story telling, concept of the show, character design and screenplay.

    Our view on Batman and Gotham has been mainly influenced by the recent movies of Nolan and of course by the early Tim Burton movies. Now imagine you would try to mix both    I had high hopes for this show, but after watching until the mid-season I somehow lost all hope. For me, there are too many inconsistencies in story telling, concept of the show, character design and screenplay.

    Our view on Batman and Gotham has been mainly influenced by the recent movies of Nolan and of course by the early Tim Burton movies. Now imagine you would try to mix both movies. Imagine to take the crazy characters with their quirks from the Burton movies and put them in a criminal and corrupted city like the Nolan Gotham. It just doesn't work. And that is why the show Gotham doesn't work.

    While Detective Gordan is depicted as a down-to-earth always grim looking goodiegoodie cop, a character that could work in bad drama show, interacting with Enigma "Fish" or the "Penguin" makes him look out of place. Gotham looks great. The town, the cars and the light makes you feel that you are in gothic-like New York of the 70ies, but why the hell does every one have cell phones of the late 90ies?

    The dialogs are dumb and shallow, due to the tendency to follow a comic-like character design the dialogs are mostly accompanied by very bad overacting. The shallow diologs might be attributed to the fact, that the show might be for inattentive viewers who do not care for inconsistent plot turns, dumb and overacting dialogs. I don't know and at this point, I don't care.

    The show looks so good, but there is no sparkle, no soul and no suspense that could catch my attention.    … Expand
  51. trooper1993
    Feb 16, 2015
    6
    It started of strong with an interesting plot line that entertained the audience but the new episodes feel childish and boring, the grim and serious effect is long gone as much as each episode has become stale and predictable

    It still is fun to watch but its far from being on top of the list considering the current shows
  52. AmericanPunk
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    I have been anticipating this take on Batman since I first starting reading about it. Every episode leaves me thinking what is going to happen next week.
  53. Bo33y
    Feb 10, 2015
    8
    I like this show a lot, despite of its clear blasphemy to source material, used as pretext to another display. So in essence having Pandme elope with Anakin the terror caused from having a bat/cat or that dark knight rising to orphans. Shwn out of perspective to be somebody else their vision away from sourced material.

    But does it work? What is on offer here, however, is a surreal    I like this show a lot, despite of its clear blasphemy to source material, used as pretext to another display. So in essence having Pandme elope with Anakin the terror caused from having a bat/cat or that dark knight rising to orphans. Shwn out of perspective to be somebody else their vision away from sourced material.

    But does it work?

    What is on offer here, however, is a surreal Noir esque universe. With darkly comic villains and cops. Providing entertainment that does mostly what it says on the tin, without constantly suffering from unrelated soap opera drama. Consistently in keeping up action and pace as shown events unfold.

    A shame that as a premise it wasn't derived from other sources, ones of which we weren't so familiar with, my only complaint to this content shown.    … Expand
  54. JDSCigano666
    Jan 16, 2015
    0
    Why even bother? Apart from the money maybe but even then if this is a cashgrab just make it about Batman. It's kind of like the Star Wars sequels, terribly written and you know what happens anyway.

    Maybe the idea of fleshing out the infamous rogues gallery sounded good but if that was the point then they missed it by some margin. It seems like the cool thing is to completely desecrate    Why even bother? Apart from the money maybe but even then if this is a cashgrab just make it about Batman. It's kind of like the Star Wars sequels, terribly written and you know what happens anyway.

    Maybe the idea of fleshing out the infamous rogues gallery sounded good but if that was the point then they missed it by some margin. It seems like the cool thing is to completely desecrate the characters from the comics and introduce new ones that are just too obviously out of place.

    The acting is on par with the writing in that it's cringeworthy to witness. Donal Logue is about the only one trying and even his version of Harvey Bullock is way off. Ben McKenzie well, when he played Batman he sounded like he was asleep and it seems like he hasn't woken up for Gordon either. As a fan of Sean Pertwee I have no idea why they chose him of all actors. He is nothing like Alfred Pennyworth.

    Zero usually seems harsh but there is truly no saving grace for this turkey of a show. They ought to just fast forward and give everyone what they're waiting for.    … Expand
  55. mams2000
    Jan 14, 2015
    2
    Honestly, I couldn't see more than 1 episode of Gotham. It was enough for me to see that the show is thousand of miles away from the high standards set by Nolan or the new comic books editions (Renaissance).
  56. DBPirate1129
    Jan 12, 2015
    10
    Well, this show is certainly better than I expected it to be. Each Gotham episode feels like its own contained story with characters you'll be rooting for and characters you'll hopefully be against. It has great action and an engaging plot all at the same time which many shows and films don't seem to succeed at these days. Gotham has proved to be a great and suspenseful show and one of myWell, this show is certainly better than I expected it to be. Each Gotham episode feels like its own contained story with characters you'll be rooting for and characters you'll hopefully be against. It has great action and an engaging plot all at the same time which many shows and films don't seem to succeed at these days. Gotham has proved to be a great and suspenseful show and one of my personal all-time favorites!… Expand
  57. 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
  58. 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
  59. Tui
    Dec 29, 2014
    8
    When Detective James Gordon arrives in Gotham conflict is sure to follow! Gotham is a new hit crime series set before the events of Batman. Throughout the dark and gothic atmosphere viewers are told the chilling backstories of Batman's most famed villains.
  60. vikesh2206
    Dec 21, 2014
    6
    Sporadically solid but not without it's flaws, Gotham's relation to it's Batman mythology is unfortunately what sets it apart from other similar shows.
  61. kamiyamaninja1
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    I was really looking forward to this show.. it has really surprised me.. top quality and very interesting plots.. I really enjoy it a great deal.. awesome filming and twist... I'm very happy someone took the lead to make this happen..
  62. 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.
  63. flametail23
    Dec 14, 2014
    6
    This show is a hit or miss for me, At this time 10 episodes have aired and I have liked 5 of them. Some of them are really boring. The Penguin is the best part about this show in my opinion.
    6/10
  64. jedly1975
    Dec 12, 2014
    0
    Unwatchable, and cringe worthy. I wanted to gag. It's a disgrace to the Batman universe. I really can't understand why it's doing so well. There really isn't much of a redeeming quality about this show.
  65. andarial6670
    Dec 10, 2014
    4
    I can't believe I actually sat through this entire thing. Do you like child actors? Neither do I. Now I WILL ADMIT. Some background story about how all the characters of Gotham developed into the characters we know today is interesting. We get to see penguin rise to power, and Jim Gordan's wife when she was still young, hot and walking. I just didn't really know what to expect out of aI can't believe I actually sat through this entire thing. Do you like child actors? Neither do I. Now I WILL ADMIT. Some background story about how all the characters of Gotham developed into the characters we know today is interesting. We get to see penguin rise to power, and Jim Gordan's wife when she was still young, hot and walking. I just didn't really know what to expect out of a Batman themed TV show that wasn't centric around Batman and set in a time before Batman existed. The main plot is mainly just about the mafia warfare that plagued Gotham before the Batman years. This actually makes Arrow look like a fantastic superhero show.… Expand
  66. 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
  67. Shedegg
    Dec 4, 2014
    8
    Gotham holds potential for the near future. I'm a big comic fan, and this is like a dream come true.....but, there are a lot of references to comic book characters; so if you know nothing about the dc universe it your time wasted. The acting is alright and the characters it does use are pretty good. At first you may find it boring, but like any tv series it normally takes a few episodesGotham holds potential for the near future. I'm a big comic fan, and this is like a dream come true.....but, there are a lot of references to comic book characters; so if you know nothing about the dc universe it your time wasted. The acting is alright and the characters it does use are pretty good. At first you may find it boring, but like any tv series it normally takes a few episodes before you actually get into watching it.… Expand
  68. Thebuzz
    Dec 1, 2014
    3
    It's dark version of all the Batman series going back decades...If your depressed you'll like this stuff...
    I left Batman long ago, much better programs, with better action and drama and content, that doesn't offend your sensibilities...
  69. 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!
  70. Gamereview
    Nov 27, 2014
    8
    Under-acted, under-produced, with better than half decent writing which makes it all work, surprisingly...Not a top shelf show that works on one thing - it allows the whole range of other characters from Batman to come front and center at different instances - it's Gotham, it's not Batman! If you go in expecting something completely polished, you will be disappointed, I'd say, give theUnder-acted, under-produced, with better than half decent writing which makes it all work, surprisingly...Not a top shelf show that works on one thing - it allows the whole range of other characters from Batman to come front and center at different instances - it's Gotham, it's not Batman! If you go in expecting something completely polished, you will be disappointed, I'd say, give the series a chance, it has potential, seems unlikely that it will survive beyond season three, but it just might make it.… Expand
  71. 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
  72. Erazor
    Nov 23, 2014
    6
    Edit: It is actually picking up a little and getting better with some character developement, some characters are actually interesting to watch now, we'll have to see where ti goes.

    Original: Gotham without Batman is like... Batman without Batman. Don't really see the point of watching the Universe of a Super Hero... without the Super hero. I'm calling this series Dull... It's kind of    Edit: It is actually picking up a little and getting better with some character developement, some characters are actually interesting to watch now, we'll have to see where ti goes.

    Original: Gotham without Batman is like... Batman without Batman. Don't really see the point of watching the Universe of a Super Hero... without the Super hero. I'm calling this series Dull... It's kind of like a crappier and unrealistic version of other detective shows such as "True Detective" or "CSI", etc.    … Expand
  73. 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!!
  74. ana_melinte90
    Nov 17, 2014
    1
    I tried watching two episodes but it was pure torture. The actors play so bad. And the script is full of cliches. I don't get why people praise this show, especially the critics.
  75. 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....
  76. pete1977
    Nov 14, 2014
    1
    What a horrible show. To the writers and producers of the show i just want to say, please stop wasting our times with such bs, and cancel this stupid show. This show is exactly how i expected it to be.
  77. 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
  78. v0nd3
    Nov 11, 2014
    6
    Gotham is what happens when a Network wants to create a buddy-cop, monster of the week television show that's set in the world of Batman.

    While no one can truly blame a superhero show for feeling 'fake,' the overall motivations of characters, stories, and general happenings that occur throughout Gotham leave one feeling like shaking their head rather than clapping. Gordon, the main    Gotham is what happens when a Network wants to create a buddy-cop, monster of the week television show that's set in the world of Batman.

    While no one can truly blame a superhero show for feeling 'fake,' the overall motivations of characters, stories, and general happenings that occur throughout Gotham leave one feeling like shaking their head rather than clapping. Gordon, the main character, is the typical do-right cop that is set in a system that is working against his fight for law and justice rather than helping and/or encouraging it. His partner, Harvey, is also the typical veteran cop that, in his earlier years, was much like Gordon before being ground down into the reality of what Gotham is.

    None of the acting in the show particularly grabs the attention beyond Robin Lord Taylor as the Penguin, whose strange, awkward acting style really sells the character. Some scenes do invoke feelings of over-acting however, especially with Jada Pinkett Smith as Fish Mooney, who feels forced rather than natural in most of her scenes.

    Beyond a very weak overarcing storyline that involves the deaths of Bruce Wayne's parents, the show invokes a monster-of-the-week format that is trite in its delivery. Most of the episodes have very little connection to one another, and leave little for the viewer to be invested in; since the show is set in the past, any scenes of life-or-death for Gordon or other named characters, like Penguin, provide no tension.

    Overall, while the show is not objectively terrible viewing, it leaves one wondering 'what if' the show had been more daring with its story and characters, more intense and realistic. However, it failed to break outside of the cookie cutter cop-show mold, and because of that, it's hollow and boring, adding little to the Batman mythos or to the genre as a whole.    … Expand
  79. 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
  80. AGarcia732
    Nov 9, 2014
    7
    Unlike some other viewers, the biggest problem I have with Gotham isn’t that it’s a prequel series about Batman characters without Batman (after all, Batman has so much source material that it’s very feasible to make a show about his world without him in it)—it’s that the shows narrative, direction, and plot/story is all over the place and that the show has an unfocused feel. Gotham lacksUnlike some other viewers, the biggest problem I have with Gotham isn’t that it’s a prequel series about Batman characters without Batman (after all, Batman has so much source material that it’s very feasible to make a show about his world without him in it)—it’s that the shows narrative, direction, and plot/story is all over the place and that the show has an unfocused feel. Gotham lacks a cohesive vision. People are shoehorned/crammed into episodes when they “would be better served slowly, driveled out and introduced as the plot unraveled. Instead, because we saw so many characters so soon, it eliminates any sense of mystery—removing the need to think, to wonder, and to invoke the imagination as to where the story might go. By introducing us to so many future Batman villains within one single narrative, it leads us to believe that all of these future super villains operate within the same circle of people; making it seem very incestual. If all of these horrible people emerge from the same neighborhood and all of them play a part in each other’s origins, then it robs them of their individual and unique backgrounds and motivations.”

    A part of me wonders if the showrunners are forced to introduce Batman mythology in every episode (when it’s often times unnecessary and detrimental to the show) to please the people “higher up the chain”. If so, then some of the people up top should play musical chairs—because Gotham’s approach isn’t really working. This show definitely reminds me of TASM2 and some YA novel-to-movie adaptations, such as The Maze Runner (I personally liked both despite their faults, and I also reviewed both on Metacritic). It reminds me of TASM2 and TMR because both use lots of franchise bait/teases to supposedly entice viewers into sticking around.

    “Gotham has a habit of juggling more balls than can be done justice.” Besides unnecessary world-building, the show focuses on certain plot elements and character arcs at unnecessary times (Selina Kyle, Oswald Cobblepot, Enigma, Barbara/Jim’s relationship), when there are better and more important stories to be told. Too many side characters get unnecessary/unwarranted attention.

    As far as characters go, I would personally say that most of them were well-cast and the actors do well in their roles. One character I really hate, however, is Renne Montoya. She constantly nags Jim and Barbara, which makes her really annoying. I hope she dies a gruesome death. I like Fish Mooney, IMO she is a captivating and vicious new character in Gotham lore. Enigma is quite…weird. I don’t think he was adapted well. I like the Penguin as a character; he’s ambitious, charismatic, fun, a person the audience can be sympathetic toward, etc. Harvey Bullock is a nice “sidekick” to Jim; I like his brand of cynical humor. Harvey and Jim are such opposites that it’s fun to see them interact. While the characters on Gotham are nice, I think some should have more development and background history told (Harvey Bullock is big example. “Spirit of the Goat” started telling his story, and I liked it, but we need more.)

    I think I’m coming off as too critical of Gotham; I actually like the show very much. (I’m just critically analyzing the show.) Something about the show’s wacky nature keeps drawing me in each week; the shows crazy atmosphere is very captivating. In reality, Gotham might be flawed but it is too me a very fun and entertaining viewing experience. Gotham is dark, gritty, charming, intriguing, and cartoonish at times. It focuses on too many things, which is what is hurting it the most. Despite its flaws, I’ll stick around. I think Gotham has lots of potential and the show so far has been promising. Even if it doesn’t really improve this season, season two might be a different story (something tells me Gotham will have a season 2). If you dislike this show right now, I recommend that you stop watching it and start again when season 2 starts. After all, Agents of SHIELD greatly improved during season 2.

    Score: 7.6
    I have reviewed 32 other movies, including the 2014 films: Dracula Untold, The Maze Runner, The Expendables 3, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Giver, Sharknado 2, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Edge of Tomorrow, X-Men Days of Future Past, Godzilla, Blended, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Divergent, Transcendence, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, Blended, The Lego Movie, and more. I also review TV shows, such as The Last Ship, Sleepy Hollow, Marvel's Agents of SHIELD, The 100, I Wanna Marry Harry, Crisis, Gang Related, and more. I also have reviewed the mobile game Minecraft Pocket Edition.

    Goodbye! Sincerely, AG732.    … Expand
  81. gc21
    Nov 6, 2014
    7
    Well written, good cast (unlike Agents of Shield) There is only one issue. Bruce should have been older, and had a more active role in the show. Gordon is great, but Bruce Wayne (Batman) is Gotham. Bruce's journey from a teen boy to Batman would have been much more enjoyable.
  82. 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
  83. 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!
  84. GSpark
    Nov 2, 2014
    1
    Honestly, the worst show I've watched in a long time. Terrible, cheesy acting. Ridiculous plot elements. I know you're meant to suspend your disbelief when watching a TV show, but for the writers/directors of this debacle to expect you to do so is plain insulting.
  85. Perxoda
    Oct 28, 2014
    6
    Gotham adds up nicely to the stream of recent Marvel and DC films. While in their own right these movies are fairly good (exceptions there), compared to the rich atmosphere of the universes they are extracted from, they lack in more than one way. Gotham will most likely be fine for those who aren't that familiair with the Batman universe since it has it's own strenghts as an action series,Gotham adds up nicely to the stream of recent Marvel and DC films. While in their own right these movies are fairly good (exceptions there), compared to the rich atmosphere of the universes they are extracted from, they lack in more than one way. Gotham will most likely be fine for those who aren't that familiair with the Batman universe since it has it's own strenghts as an action series, the characters and acting not being among those strenghts.

    I myself grew up in the 90's with the old classic Batman cartoons and comics. There always was a strong sense of character and personality. And the Gothic atmosphere in Gotham was so thick you could slice it with a knife. Gotham, for me, is a city that has a lot of features from a dark 1920's New York or Seattle. Gotham itself has a completely different uptake. The series takes place before Batman excists, but the city itself is now set in a 2014 like enviroment. This makes some of the characters feel out of place, since they still look like 1920's mob bosses.
    To add to this the characters feel forced and out of place. They often act or behave in ways that make no sense and I get the feeling that this series is dumbed down a lot (so much even a chimp could get the plot lines).
    The strong point this series has is that it shows minor stories and can build up a very interesting character in the to-be-police-chief Gordon. Right now they don't really work with that though, but so far I'm five episodes in. The fact that they shamlessly flounder about young supervillains (poins ivy to name one) just to show that it's actually a Batman show is just distracting from this strong point, stand alone that Bruce Wayne seems to be a major character.

    Conclusion: Watch this if you're looking for a simple and easy to follow action series. If you're not demanding of your shows Gotham will be something new and can at least entertain you.
    However if you're looking for something cleverly written with good characters and screenplay move along. Not to mention the old Batman fans who most likely will trip over this and see it as a blatent insult to their hero.    … Expand
  86. livious
    Oct 25, 2014
    4
    This show had so much going for it. A ready made fan base in a very interesting world. But there are a multitude of problems.

    Besides Jim Gordon, there really aren't any characters that are either likeable or unlikeable. Gotham PD (the good guys) are chock-full of thugs and crooked cops. Major Crimes (the rivals) are more honest, and in my opinion, sympathetic than GCPD. And that is    This show had so much going for it. A ready made fan base in a very interesting world. But there are a multitude of problems.

    Besides Jim Gordon, there really aren't any characters that are either likeable or unlikeable. Gotham PD (the good guys) are chock-full of thugs and crooked cops. Major Crimes (the rivals) are more honest, and in my opinion, sympathetic than GCPD. And that is just the tip of the iceberg. Even Gordon (The main character) suffers from truly unlikeable faults. It isn't a matter of any character being an anti-hero or complex- it is simply a matter of every character being somebody you don't want to see.

    In addition to poor characters, there is a myriad of other problems with this show. Some of the acting is well done, but the show suffers from abysmal writing and despite being a huge comic book fan, as much as I tried, I simply could not bring myself to like anything about this show.

    All I could think every episode I tried watching was "Is Batman here yet? This is beyond saving. Maybe Ra's al ghul is right."    … Expand
  87. breathassure
    Oct 24, 2014
    0
    This show can be hilarious to watch, if you don't mind a bit of torture. The constant exposition, the laughable scripting, the actor-character mismatch...it's all so poorly done. Actors who might have been decent elsewhere seem completely out of their element here. The other DC shows aren't great but at least they don't try and fail so miserably to be taken seriously. Watching thisThis show can be hilarious to watch, if you don't mind a bit of torture. The constant exposition, the laughable scripting, the actor-character mismatch...it's all so poorly done. Actors who might have been decent elsewhere seem completely out of their element here. The other DC shows aren't great but at least they don't try and fail so miserably to be taken seriously. Watching this show pretty much feels like you're watching some kind of webisode or YouTube video.… Expand
  88. StephenJB
    Oct 23, 2014
    9
    Firstly I would say I am not a huge Batman fan, but I have enjoy every incantation, I have seen all the films and previous tv series.
    Normally with first series it takes time for me to get into it, then you have to start understanding the characters and plots. This sometimes changes over time with what works for the series/producers and what doesn’t. Gotham does this right from the off    Firstly I would say I am not a huge Batman fan, but I have enjoy every incantation, I have seen all the films and previous tv series.
    Normally with first series it takes time for me to get into it, then you have to start understanding the characters and plots. This sometimes changes over time with what works for the series/producers and what doesn’t. Gotham does this right from the off this has me hooked even more than Breaking Bad did.
    This is totally driven by characters, yes I know some are extremely familiar perhaps that’s why familiarity is comfortable with this project. You already have a head start although with back stories you never know what is going to happen. Although I guess with this project you kind of know who is and isn’t going to die hence the extra villains that are littered brilliantly about the piece.
    The series so far almost reminds me of the JJ Abrams view on Star Trek just a different time line as Spock tells Kirk and this time line hasn't been written yet.
    The set design and costumes are right up to date and I have no issue with technology being used such as mobile phones etc, some have pointed out this is just wrong and I am not sure why? It’s just how it is in this time frame. In a strange sort of way some of the city shots remind of noir movies and expecting a James Gordon’s voice over explaining how the rain and filth of the city etc etc
    For me the best part of this is watching James Gordon fight with his demons and how to walk that line between good and evil. You can almost feel his inner claustrophobic fear within him from the middle of the first episode fantastic portrayal.
    For me the Cat has it all wonderfully played shame she wasn’t left for a few more episodes a little more mysterious. Her interaction with Gordon at the subway is brilliantly played.
    Totally brilliant series so far and worth a watch with your minds clear of all the previous clutter of the Batman saga. Watch this as a standalone piece and expect to watch a series up for many awards soon.    … Expand
  89. 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!
  90. 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
  91. Smee
    Oct 18, 2014
    0
    Most predictable show ever,Oswald Cobblepot's script is so predictable ,can guess what he does so easily .How come ,people use cell phones and modern cars before pre Batman era.Character development is one dimensional.Dark characters just dark ,Stupid writing at one point ,to finalize the selection to send a girl as a spy, Fish Mooney made them beat other,that can potentially cause themMost predictable show ever,Oswald Cobblepot's script is so predictable ,can guess what he does so easily .How come ,people use cell phones and modern cars before pre Batman era.Character development is one dimensional.Dark characters just dark ,Stupid writing at one point ,to finalize the selection to send a girl as a spy, Fish Mooney made them beat other,that can potentially cause them lost teeth or permanent scars.… Expand
  92. 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
  93. 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.
  94. 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
  95. connor3999
    Oct 15, 2014
    5
    The programe was okay. There were good and bad points to the episode . I think the start was too fast for one villain to die in the first episode the timing was really bad. (.the cop(gordon) was really good
  96. 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
  97. Canadian_runner
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    As a child, always enjoyed watching batman. Gotham allows us to see how and why Batman came to life. I love all the characters they are building. catwomen, riddler, pinquin, commissioner Gordon, etc.. well written series. A+++
  98. 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.
  99. really11
    Oct 11, 2014
    0
    This show disgusts me. I knew it would be bad but how bad I could not fathom. It has no redeeming features and I really feel bad for people that made it and watch it. I could barely stomach the first episode and couldn't wait for it to be over. I have since seen two other scenes and put it up there with the worst shows on tv, The acting is bad but the writing is unforgivable.
  100. 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.
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

63
#63 Best TV Season of 2014
5
#5 Most Discussed TV Season of 2014
14
#14 Most Shared TV Season of 2014

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
71

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.
    Read full review
  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.
    Read full review
  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.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »