• Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 28, 2010
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 25
  2. Negative: 0 out of 25
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User Reviews

  1. NellB.
    Apr 29, 2010
    4
    So many characters and itsy bits of storyline were crammed into the pilot episode that it was difficult to care about anyone and their subsequent storyline. Sorry, it lost me half way through.
  2. BrentA
    Apr 30, 2010
    9
    I was impressed with the 1st episode. Can't wait to get more answers.
  3. JohnnyW.
    Apr 29, 2010
    8
    The first episode really appealed to me. A little Twin Peaks feeling, but nowhere so extreme on the weird factor. Dialogue is a bit stinted in places, but I get the impression it's intentional and I found it added to the 'something's not quite right" feeling. Loved the characters, liked the variety of storylines introduced and looking forward to more.
  4. RafaelM.
    Apr 29, 2010
    9
    Ii really enjoy it, it was very absorbing and it has great actors.
  5. Mar 30, 2018
    10
    This show was terrific, I loved it. They did a great job at keeping you interested in it. I can't believe it was cancelled so soon.
Metascore
52

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 27
  2. Negative: 6 out of 27
  1. 70
    Even as you may be tempted on occasion to roll (or close) your eyes, it’s hard not to be drawn in at least partway.
  2. 75
    All the doom and dread is diverting enough, but the real mystery is this: Will "Happy Town" turn out to be something original -- or just a medley of Freddy Krueger's greatest hits?
  3. 25
    The main thing you've got to remember is, the scripts for this show have to beat the audience over the head with exposition.