Life (2007)

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 26, 2007
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 253 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 206 out of 253
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 253
  3. Negative: 41 out of 253
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  1. anonymous,too
    Oct 12, 2007
    9
    Only new show this season that I watch. The nay-sayers are way off base. They can have the cloying whimsy of "Pushing Daisies" and be gone!
  2. michaelc.
    Oct 12, 2007
    9
    Recorded it on a whim. Surprisingly complex yet hangs together nicely with much potential for further developement. Hope it doesn't disappoint.
  3. Dy
    Oct 11, 2007
    8
    Pilot was wonderful, the way it incorporated Zen and the unique perspectives of one who was in prison for 12 years doing the investigating. However, the shows since then have been less original, and I'm afraid that the mystery behind Crews' framing will be an unsolvable 'Gilligan's Island Syndrome' everyone should avoid.
  4. BeaM.
    Oct 10, 2007
    10
    Riveting.
  5. BenL
    Oct 10, 2007
    10
    Its almost like House meets law enforcement. Looks like my new favorite show.
  6. Hamiltonl.
    Oct 8, 2007
    9
    It has a good plot with twists and turns. The subplot is also entertaining. The detective is quirky and fun.
  7. EricaR
    Oct 8, 2007
    9
    An excellent pilot that has the best spin on a procedural I've seen in years. Truly chilling moments combine with smart humor to make this one of the most interesting things on television.
  8. WestonT.
    Oct 6, 2007
    4
    Remember Hunter? Yeah, like that with more personal issues. The acting is better than normal, the potential for a good story is there... I just hope the writers can deliver (not too optimistic though... the new age self-help-ery is pretty annoying to get through.) If they stopped trying to be obscure without being condescending, it would help the show greatly.
  9. alexism.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    I love this show!! Can't wait to see next week's episode.
  10. markc.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Love it.. just not sure did him win 15 million or 50 million for 12 years in prison.
  11. JenniferR.
    Oct 6, 2007
    4
    Lost my interest quick. The dialog needs work and I am bored with the main character. Had potential but I couldn't bring myself back to watch a second episode.
  12. J
    Oct 5, 2007
    8
    I would give it an 81/2 if given the option. I think this show has a great deal of potential and could be a 10 if the character development includes giving the female actors in it a heart. With the exception of his lawyer I have found them to be either rude, cruel, or ding-batty. While it is always nice to see people portrayed w/ flaws I would like to at least see his partner trust him a I would give it an 81/2 if given the option. I think this show has a great deal of potential and could be a 10 if the character development includes giving the female actors in it a heart. With the exception of his lawyer I have found them to be either rude, cruel, or ding-batty. While it is always nice to see people portrayed w/ flaws I would like to at least see his partner trust him a bit more. Mr. Lewis is an outstanding actor and I am so pleased to be able to see him on TV once a week.… Expand
  13. bretts.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    Wonderfully original.
  14. R
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    Smart and witty.
  15. DavidW
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    Intelligent, edgy, quirky, funny. This show has got it all! I especially like the talented character actress Robin Weigert of Deadwood fame as the Lt. I hope her character will be developed more fully in future episodes.
  16. emily
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    I accidentally taped this show as the title Life didn't catch me.....sure glad I did!! Love the characters....I watched again last night....all sort of questions...I wonder where his daughter is?????
  17. [Anonymous]
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    love it. the best new show out. totally ready to toss CSI to watch this,
  18. Ellen
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    Great show. Already have my DVR set to record it every week.
  19. TomJoe
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    Damian Lewis is an exciting, and believable actor. I've followed his career ever since Band of Brothers, and was so excited to see he was going to take a series on NBC. The supporting cast is solid as well. The excerpts from the "documentary" are a nice change of pace ... but it does raise a question ... what happens when Crews finally solves the crime of who framed him?
  20. patchapps
    Oct 3, 2007
    10
    intriguing angle on cop dramas hope show doesn't get cancelled altho seems obvious that robin weigert character was in on framing charlie -- enjoyable
  21. ShawnC.
    Oct 1, 2007
    10
    This is the first new show in years that absolutely blew me away. It's smart without being smug, funny without being ridiculous, and the dialog is some of the best I've ever seen on TV.
  22. Joan
    Sep 30, 2007
    8
    I think this is one of the better shows of the new fall season offerings. Quirky, well-written with appealing and interesting characters. Hope this is one that they don't cancel without giving it a chance.
  23. KarinaG.
    Sep 30, 2007
    10
    The pilot shows a lot of promise. Lewis is the only reason I watched, but I'm glad I did cause this could turn into a really, really good series here!
  24. C.B.
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    Damian Lewis is great. I'm excited about this show.
  25. hayleighg
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    Damian Lewis was the reason I gave the pilot a look....and I am glad I did.
  26. AndrewH
    Sep 27, 2007
    8
    I loved the pilot, and while at first Crews' quirky demeanor seemed like the lame overdone wit used so much in the past two years, his personality actually has meaning behind it, rather than just something to sound 'edgy'. The supporting cast is all right, but Lewis is definitely the highlight of the show.
  27. BJG
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    I thought it hit on every cylinder. Lewis as the lead is brilliant and the underlying tones of conspiracy should be enough to keep the audience intrigued for weeks to come.
  28. CL
    Sep 27, 2007
    9
    This show has a great plot with an intriguing lead character, wonderful acting, and an ongoing mystery (who framed him?) that will definitely keep me watching!
  29. JeffreyP.
    Sep 27, 2007
    5
    Loved the supporting cast (Sarah Shahi), but couldn't get past how odd the main character was. He wasn't funny strange but more like I really think that he has a problem strange. It made it impossible to enjoy the show...
  30. MarkC.
    Sep 27, 2007
    9
    I don't watch much TV ,but have been impressed previously by Lewis' ability to employ a flawless American accent, so I watched it. Interesting story line, good cast. .... Well written and delivered, especially the line following the shooting when he tells the mortally wounded fellow to go back to sleep, that it was a bad dream..
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Awards & Rankings

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#48 Best TV Season of 2007
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#7 Most Discussed TV Season of 2007
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#26 Most Shared TV Season of 2007

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 21
  3. Negative: 4 out of 21
  1. Variety
    Reviewed by: Laura Fries
    80
    Crews quirky mannerisms don't overwhelm the plot, and the show does strikes a nice balance between whimsy and its much darker backstory.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    80
    It's an entirely different vibe, further enhanced by a charismatic and quirky central character who is both unpredictable and impossible to pigeonhole. Given a chance to develop, Detective Charlie Crews could someday take a place with the likes of Kojak, Columbo and Monk.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    60
    Mildly satisfying, but pretty formulaic.
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