Jericho

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 20, 2006
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 299 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 257 out of 299
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 299
  3. Negative: 22 out of 299
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  1. minadomingos
    Jul 9, 2012
    10
    It's my favorite TV-show! It's has everything you ever wanted. A post apocalyptic word, drama, action and the story behind the people's coping mechanism. Just awesome!
  2. Dangerman1973
    Nov 24, 2012
    8
    Jericho is one of the more interesting sci-fi series I've experienced. It's a cult classic among fans and I know the reasons why. The characters are something to relate to and the subject matter is thought-provoking. Too bad this series lasted two and a half series. I recommend the Devil's Due/IDW comic spinoff of any fan who wanted to continue the story. I hope to see more of theJericho is one of the more interesting sci-fi series I've experienced. It's a cult classic among fans and I know the reasons why. The characters are something to relate to and the subject matter is thought-provoking. Too bad this series lasted two and a half series. I recommend the Devil's Due/IDW comic spinoff of any fan who wanted to continue the story. I hope to see more of the characters and the story when network execs decided to renew the series.… Expand
  3. Atticas14
    May 27, 2012
    10
    I just finished watching season 2 on Netflix and I must say that I am extremely disappointed that the show was canceled. This was easily one of the best TV series I've viewed and could possibly be the best if it reached a better conclusion.
  4. JoeB.
    Jan 30, 2008
    10
    Jericho does what no other show does... gives hope. With the very real threat of terrorist attacks in the US, Jericho shows us all that even though the world may be in chaos, we can still bring out the best in ourselves and others. The informative episodes have caused preparations to be instigated in my own home... who knows, if the end does come, Jericho may have single handedly saved my family.
  5. MarkL
    Dec 31, 2009
    10
    Fantastic show with great writing, excellent characters, a lot of action. Too bad shows like this often get cancelled so we can get more "So You Thing Your Monkey Can Dance With the Stars" crapola. Add this to the list of great cancelled shows like Invasion and Threshold, Sarah Connor Chronicles and The Unit. I'm waiting for the hammer to drop on Fringe.
  6. MChang
    Oct 2, 2006
    9
    thought the first two episodes were pretty realistic in terms of how people would react to events like this
  7. KimberleyJ
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    I think it's a good show. I hate so-called "reality" tv, so I'm not looking for any of that to watch. This is entertaining and different.
  8. ew
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    great new fall show
  9. AnneMarieD
    Sep 28, 2006
    8
    Interesting premise, although I can do with less father/son histionics in the first episode. The second episode was better, and I enjoyed seeing a show that presents characters as resourcful, intelligent and competent. I have read that the writers are taking some cues from BattleStar Galactica on SciFi. Not a bad place to go for writing inspiration!
  10. MichaelL
    Sep 30, 2006
    10
    Jericho, oddly enough biblical reference to the city of Jericho where the walls fell down, does that include the plot and drama too? haha, great acting, and perhaps a promotion from the daytime soaps. The thought of going to work on night shift, or enjoying the evening, and watching in the distance a brilliant mushroom cloud! I live in TX where Ft Hood is, and mark my words, if I see a Jericho, oddly enough biblical reference to the city of Jericho where the walls fell down, does that include the plot and drama too? haha, great acting, and perhaps a promotion from the daytime soaps. The thought of going to work on night shift, or enjoying the evening, and watching in the distance a brilliant mushroom cloud! I live in TX where Ft Hood is, and mark my words, if I see a mushroom cloud as I go into work, I'm going home to my mom and dad! Assuming the Electro-Magnectic Pulse dont mess up my truck! :) I'd rather be "nuked with my folx" than stuck out on the highway trying! I'd turn around, and gun the motor! IF that happens. Iraq's former president Suddam Hussein tried to build a nuclear reactor to wipe out Israel, and Israel whupped butt... Will it take Israel to whup Irans butt? ha ha ha. I wonder, how many sleeper cells exist in the U.S. and have Russian made nukes that fit in a suitcase that slips by the "latest" x-ray or scanning devices in the U.S. Jericho might be the "wake up call" if we don't take Terrorism seriously!… Expand
  11. YvonneG.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Jericho did have some bumps in the beginning of the season, but by the second half, it had hit it's stride and became one of the best shows on television. Great cast, great writing, just a great show!!!!
  12. DenniseM
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    One of the best shows in 20yrs. A family can sit and watch it together for a change!
  13. JenniferG.
    Jun 3, 2007
    10
    Best show ever. NUTS Save Jericho!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  14. RebeccaR.
    Feb 1, 2008
    10
    Great Show, the only one I watch on TV. It is relevant to our times, appeals to different generations and is educational too! Kudos to the producers!!!
  15. TomW.
    Mar 15, 2008
    10
    Can't wait every week to watch.
  16. WillColon
    Mar 24, 2008
    10
    I like this show, it has been the best show I have seen in a long time. A lot of Conspiracy and how maybe one day something like this could happen. The show needs to stay!
  17. HL
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    I believe this show is a good wake-up call to what could happen in our own reality today. I believe the people the down the show still live in a fantasy world and if that's how they feel, they need to just stick to watching America's Next Top Model, or Survivor.
  18. KevinW
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    Excellent show
  19. roknrandy
    Nov 2, 2006
    10
    great series!!!!!!
  20. RyanR
    Oct 12, 2006
    10
    I am hooked on this show. The premise is awesome and I why do people keep picking on the main character? He's a great actor and hot to boot!
  21. HehHeh
    Oct 13, 2006
    10
    Entertaining....easy as that.
  22. DebN
    Oct 2, 2006
    9
    Fascinated by the story line and LOVE Skeet Ulrich - makes you care about what happens to his character...
  23. FredL
    Oct 20, 2006
    9
    The show has some serious issues with regard to radiation facts. The main character, who I love, is just a little too everywhere. Saving lives, putting out fires, blowing up mines! Also the slow motion of finding out who Hawkins is can drive you insane enough to abandon the movie. If the episodes weren't on the web I'd probably miss most of them.
  24. EllisR
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    I beleave this an awsome show depicting realistic ways that an average person would take to a situation like a nuke attack and the way such a situation would affect the soacial dinamic that we all take for granted.
  25. SarahW
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Is scary to think this could really happen. Like the premise.
  26. candaces
    Sep 21, 2006
    8
    I thought it was a pretty good show. A little hard to follow at times, but I really like where the story line seems to be heading. I cant wait for the next episode.
  27. SeanC
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    Dark and Morbid pilot, has great potential.
  28. JoshP
    Sep 23, 2006
    7
    I don't really think it will last, but I found the first episode to be pretty good.
  29. CarcasGalactic
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    You are all dumbasses! Anone who doesn't realize that this coul realy hapen, that this is what it would be like if it did, is dedede. I live in MN. When i saw chicago gets nucked i realized im dead. Im to close, the radiation will have killed me. Sure in the show they pull of surviving the radiation but after all we are minnesotans lol. This is a great show and can only be understood You are all dumbasses! Anone who doesn't realize that this coul realy hapen, that this is what it would be like if it did, is dedede. I live in MN. When i saw chicago gets nucked i realized im dead. Im to close, the radiation will have killed me. Sure in the show they pull of surviving the radiation but after all we are minnesotans lol. This is a great show and can only be understood by those who understand and care. BUT if binloten ends up being behind it thats just to far over the top.… Expand
  30. JohnW
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    This could be our future if iran gets the bomb.
  31. MitchG
    Sep 29, 2006
    9
    I, too, am disturbed by some of the contrived acting, but the plot itself is enough to keep me interested. I have never watched Lost, but know enough about the show to be able to see how similar this may become. As long as we don't end up with radioactive bad guys or mutants I think it will be ok. It needs to be believble to be fun, and I'm waiting to see how the mine explosion I, too, am disturbed by some of the contrived acting, but the plot itself is enough to keep me interested. I have never watched Lost, but know enough about the show to be able to see how similar this may become. As long as we don't end up with radioactive bad guys or mutants I think it will be ok. It needs to be believble to be fun, and I'm waiting to see how the mine explosion works out.… Expand
  32. CorenD
    Sep 30, 2006
    7
    Chessy, but the good kind of cheesy.
  33. Canbuhay
    Jan 11, 2007
    9
    Love the show because though it had the potential of being over the top, it manages to focus on real people from their perspective. It balances the action/crisis with this personal touch well.
  34. JoanneH.
    Oct 22, 2007
    10
    Fab! Can't wait for series 2, Jericho got better the more episodes down the line, many twists and turns great stuff.
  35. TimB.
    Oct 26, 2007
    10
    Jericho is the best family show on television. Jericho has a great storyline that is brought to us by a terrific cast. Jericho is the only must see tv in our house!
  36. CharleneS.
    Oct 26, 2007
    10
    In a world of silly reality shows, this drama stands out as well written, acted and directed. A shining example of what intelligent viewers would like to see more of in future.
  37. judist63m.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    This show is an excellent program and I think that the critics are in need of some breaks. I don't think they have watched the entire season or they would be thinking differently. I agree that everyone is entitled to their opinion but you have to be fully informed to have a better, well rounded opinion. Please watch the entire first season and then recap the review and post another This show is an excellent program and I think that the critics are in need of some breaks. I don't think they have watched the entire season or they would be thinking differently. I agree that everyone is entitled to their opinion but you have to be fully informed to have a better, well rounded opinion. Please watch the entire first season and then recap the review and post another review. Thank you.… Expand
  38. SusanJ
    Mar 29, 2007
    10
    This show is awesome I am glued to the TV on Wednesday nights with my husband. It's like a soap opera for couples!
  39. CraigW
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    Love the show! Keeps you guessing unlike most programs today.
  40. ZachT
    May 3, 2007
    10
    I love the show.....The best drama on TV...From a man's point of veiw I guess....
  41. JuhaniN
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    Very good series..
  42. MaryM.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    I love this show!
  43. LaurieH
    Aug 6, 2007
    10
    One of the best shows from 2006 fall lineup!!!!
  44. GaleR.
    Sep 3, 2007
    9
    Excellent show, well worth watching.
  45. SA
    Feb 28, 2008
    9
    Suspenseful and relatively smart. Excellent entertainment and while being very thought provoking too.
  46. WilliamP.
    Feb 28, 2008
    10
    Love it, Love it, Love it!!!!! Can't get enough of this show. CBS-Please make plans to produce season three.
  47. EricG
    Feb 9, 2008
    10
    The show comes across fairly simple, but its addicting and keeps you thinking about what is going to happen next. Glad its coming back!
  48. ThomasD.
    Mar 12, 2008
    10
    Jericho is better than 24. Now if we only had 24 episodes of Jericho, that would make it perfect. I am so into this show that I scream at the end of every episode because I want more.
  49. ShelleyM
    Mar 19, 2008
    9
    Hey, a hit like 24 makes baur the obvious hero but jericho's heroes are US! Get it?
  50. KarenS.
    Mar 19, 2008
    10
    THis is a great show. Every episode has been exciting. It is a good as 24. I want to see season 3. If CBS cancels it again ( which I hope they don't) why can't another network pick it up.
  51. AnnC.
    Mar 7, 2008
    10
    Best show out their for those that love drama, a plot, action and emotion. Tall great looking actors with great voices. Check it out, You will love it.
  52. MichelleH.
    Apr 21, 2008
    10
    Intelligent, captivating, highly relevant television series. Please continue with new shows!
  53. MegR.
    Jul 15, 2008
    10
    I LOVE THIS SHOW! I never go out and rent dvds of seasons of shows, but at soon as I watched the first episode of Jericho I had to see them all. My boyfriend and I will watch one episode and immediately have to watch the next! It is full of adventure and suspense. There are always twists and turns in the story line, and never predictable. GREAT SHOW!!
  54. EdH
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    CBS really blew it canceling this series. While not critically loved by all the pundits, the fans loved it. And a dedicated fan base shouldn't be dismissed lightly. Case in point: Star Trek. (Please note, Im not comparing this series to star trek, but the fan's dedication is very similar.)
  55. TomP
    Nov 1, 2006
    9
    It started off slow, but it is a gripping story and so far it has had me glued to the screen for every episode.
  56. LoriH
    Nov 22, 2006
    9
    Jericho is the first show since "24" that has kept me coming back for more. I wasn't aware of the show until several weeks into the season. Fortunately, CBS has posted all previous FULL episodes online so I was able to go back and watch from the beginning.
  57. Morton
    Oct 13, 2006
    7
    Hey Fred F, you might be suprised to find out that there are in fact extensive salt mines in Kansas. Especially around the Hutchinson area - that's where Morton Salt is/was headquartered (although they're supposedly in Western Kansas, but alas, it's close). Some mines are used for storage due to the temperate conditions, some very old original film reels are stored in Hey Fred F, you might be suprised to find out that there are in fact extensive salt mines in Kansas. Especially around the Hutchinson area - that's where Morton Salt is/was headquartered (although they're supposedly in Western Kansas, but alas, it's close). Some mines are used for storage due to the temperate conditions, some very old original film reels are stored in Kansas salt mines. Oh, and the show's okay, I suppose.… Expand
  58. BenB
    Oct 15, 2006
    7
    For some reason I catch myself watching... kind of like watching a train wreck, you want to look away but for some reason you can't.
  59. GeorgeK
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    Very interesting plot with some well developed characters
  60. RebeccaS
    Nov 9, 2006
    10
    One of my top three fav shows this fall. This show is sooooooo good and different..I LOVE IT and I hope it stays on the air for a longgg time. I have the feeling its going to even get better and better. Great Show!!!
  61. KarolynH
    Oct 21, 2006
    10
    Very exciting, great acting, great story
  62. reginap
    Oct 23, 2006
    8
    skeet is hot!!
  63. MikeG
    Dec 4, 2006
    9
    Very good new show. Interesting and not the normal TV fare
  64. CharlesM
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    One of the best new shows this season.
  65. JamesW
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    Great show remember this is FICTION and Entertainment if you want reality watch A&E or the history channel. Great new idea asks some good questions and good cast I expect it to get even better if they let it run a bit and give it a chance.
  66. JeffR
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Great show!
  67. LeeF
    Sep 20, 2006
    8
    A little corny, but interesting plot and it makes me wonder what will happen down the road ...
  68. TiffanyC
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    This was a great show. Kept you interested and wanting to see more. Cant wait till next week!!!
  69. Matt
    Sep 24, 2006
    10
    Much better than I expected or critics led me to believe. Few gave this show a chance to survive but it ran a strong second in the ratings to the Dancing w/ Stars results program which is encouraging. Hopefully the second episode holds up just as good.
  70. ashleyh
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    Great show. I really enjoyed the fact that it's realistic in a sense that it could really happen. The actors were fantastic!!
  71. JenniferT
    Sep 29, 2006
    9
    It was a lot better than the critics lead me to believe. I like a show that keeps me on my toes and makes me look forward to the next episode.
  72. NaveenM
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    Great little gem of a show. Found it on DVD recently. Gone thru the entire season in 2 days. Awesome.
  73. LyndaB.
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    My favorite show on TV!!!
  74. HawksD.n
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Jericho is AWESOME!! Can't wait for season 2!
  75. DelanaW
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    The only show I watch on TV.
  76. LindaW.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Best show on TV . I love it. Great storyline and a great cast. Critics need to watch past the first two episodes
  77. AnnetteM.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Great concept, wonderful storylines, and outstanding cast. I love the show. I can't wait until the new season starts!!!
  78. JudithM.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    This is an outstanding series. Catch up at jerichorises.com or better yet, get the DVD at amazon.com or locally. New episodes on CBS soon, watch your local listings.
  79. DodieB.
    Oct 9, 2007
    10
    This is a outstanding series. I haven't looked forward to a series since Dallas and Knots Landing went off the air. The critics need to give this show a chance. We had a team event every Wednesday night but used our Tivo to record Jericho so we would never miss an episode. CBS needs to take the use of tivos in consideration when doing the ratings. Jericho has a great storyline, This is a outstanding series. I haven't looked forward to a series since Dallas and Knots Landing went off the air. The critics need to give this show a chance. We had a team event every Wednesday night but used our Tivo to record Jericho so we would never miss an episode. CBS needs to take the use of tivos in consideration when doing the ratings. Jericho has a great storyline, outstanding cast and is the best show on television.… Expand
  80. Tony
    Apr 12, 2007
    9
    Great show. My wife and I both love it.
  81. volneya
    Apr 20, 2007
    10
    Awesome show!
  82. alfonsoa
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    excellent tv show
  83. StephH
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    I love this show. The only one I make sure I watch every week.
  84. dalee.
    May 27, 2007
    9
    why did they cancell?
  85. PeterD
    Aug 15, 2007
    8
    One of the better shows of last season. It was a slow start, but by the forth episode it picked up a lot. I am very glad to see it return for a second season.
  86. VirginiaB.
    Jan 15, 2008
    10
    Jericho is one of the best new shows to come along. It has action, adventure, mystery, and a little romance. Go Jericho.
  87. AmberM.
    Jan 7, 2008
    10
    This is an amazing show....it has an amazing group of actors and a very intriguing plot that keeps you captivated all the way and keeps you coming back for more!
  88. BrianO.
    Feb 12, 2008
    10
    Very good show, not sure why they tried canceling it. I'm glad they brought it back, even if only for 7 episodes.
  89. PatB.
    Feb 13, 2008
    10
    This is the best show on TV. To me, even better than Lost.
  90. CarolynH.
    Mar 11, 2008
    10
    Absolutely love this show, was heartbroken when i heard it was cancelled and exstatic when we the fans helped CBS change thier minds. Everyone I know loves this show as well, it's refreshing to watch a show like this, that's never been done before and see things that unfortunately in todays day and age aren't that far fetched to possibly happen here someday. It's Absolutely love this show, was heartbroken when i heard it was cancelled and exstatic when we the fans helped CBS change thier minds. Everyone I know loves this show as well, it's refreshing to watch a show like this, that's never been done before and see things that unfortunately in todays day and age aren't that far fetched to possibly happen here someday. It's refreshing to see someone touch on something new because I too care less to see anymore law and order drama's and Crime Scene investigatons, one more reality show or new spin off of some stupid game show.. I sincerely hope CBS brings it back for a third season and many more after that, at the same time I swear could u possibly sabatage the show anymore than they already have this brief second season, I mean the time slot, the airing of last weeks episode at 1:35 a.m. without offering to re-air it for those who can't DVR it etc. We are dedicated in our plite to keep Jericho on the air, all your trickery will not prevail. Someone somewhere needs to seriously revise the way these ratings are working these days with all the alternative ways to view our shows, it's impossible for anyone to know what we the viewers like and want to see on tv, how bout you put the decision back in the hands of the viewers.… Expand
  91. BenD.
    Mar 14, 2008
    10
    This is the most amazing show I have ever watched. The critics don't know what they're talking about.
  92. MollyV
    Mar 22, 2008
    10
    Jericho is my favorite show! The *best* actors and crew make the story come alive.
  93. JudyR.
    Mar 9, 2008
    10
    I watched the 4th episode 5 times! This is an exiting show that keeps us on the edge of our seat. Everyone I talk to loves this show. The consipiracy plot creates intrigue.
  94. ThomasC.
    Jun 30, 2008
    10
    I hope that people don't read the comments of some ignorant television critics who would like reality shows to take over and allow those comments to distract people from the reality that in our time, this is a really great show. I'm appalled to even think about some of the surviving shows on the major networks and know that Jericho was canceled. I believe and so do around 25,000 I hope that people don't read the comments of some ignorant television critics who would like reality shows to take over and allow those comments to distract people from the reality that in our time, this is a really great show. I'm appalled to even think about some of the surviving shows on the major networks and know that Jericho was canceled. I believe and so do around 25,000 others that i have seen so far, that this show is capable of being a prime time hit for many more than two seasons.… Expand
  95. Steven
    Apr 29, 2009
    10
    Just finished watching this series and this is easily the best show CBS has had in the past couple years. Can't believe they would cancel it. Probably to add 2 more crappy sitcoms.
  96. coco
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    Original and thought-provoking. Suspense galore. Love it!
  97. NOng
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    Hooked.from the start. My son said Smallville meets 24 in a good way. Makes me want to move to a small town. Only show I make a point to watch.
  98. NicoleF
    Nov 2, 2006
    10
    This is a great show that reminds me of the scifi stuff from the 80's. It's also very interesting given our current political situation and nuclear threats. Kinda makes you go hmmm....
  99. JeffD
    Nov 30, 2006
    10
    This is a great show with a lot of future potential. I say watch it. And for those skeptics, you are wrong about this show!
  100. RobP
    Oct 18, 2006
    9
    This thing got a lot of shotty reviews from the "real critics" before it even came out. I don't think it's a Seinfeld or West Wing or anything...but I do think it has a relatively good story line and isn't totally out there. I guess you could say that I find myself looking forward to the next episode.
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Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 30
  3. Negative: 9 out of 30
  1. Seattle Post-Intelligencer
    Reviewed by: Melanie McFarland
    20
    A catastrophic nuclear crisis never looked as boring and convoluted as it does here.
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  2. Wall Street Journal
    Reviewed by: Nancy DeWolf Smith
    60
    "Jericho" doesn't pretend to be artistically risky, but it's got a scary and gripping theme in an age of terrorism and nuclear thuggery.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Gillian Flynn
    75
    Jericho works when it sticks to the eerie surreality of a nuclear attack... The show, unfortunately, flops about in its first two episodes, leaning too heavily on the action-adventure stuff.
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