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. HeatherS.
    Feb 4, 2008
    10
    Damian Lewis is gorgeous. His facial expressions and dialect are spot-on for the character he plays- Charlie Crews... he is a profoundly talented actor that deserves an Emmy for his performance. I laugh myself to tears he is so funny. Can't wait for new episodes to come!
  2. KyalB
    Jul 9, 2008
    10
    Joins The Wire and The Shield as one of the best cop dramas on television.
  3. BenL
    Oct 10, 2007
    10
    Its almost like House meets law enforcement. Looks like my new favorite show.
  4. BeaM.
    Oct 10, 2007
    10
    Riveting.
  5. bretts.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    Wonderfully original.
  6. alexism.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    I love this show!! Can't wait to see next week's episode.
  7. MO
    Mar 1, 2008
    10
    This was the best show going prior to the writers strike. I'm glad to hear it will return in the fall.
  8. JackC
    Feb 9, 2009
    10
    I really like this show. I don't want to see another CSI type show anyway. Isn't this venue all played out? Crews and Reese play well off each other and make for a fun watch. I'd like to see more of Reese's dark side though.
  9. CharlieG
    Nov 1, 2007
    10
    This is a great show because you think all the way through it. If you watch tv half asleep and expect it to satisfy you, look elsewhere.
  10. TinaJ.
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    This is one of the best shows on television in a long time. Damien Lewis and Sara Shahi are incredible.
  11. 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.
  12. JenniferS.
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    Love this show! It's smart and interesting!
  13. HD.
    Nov 8, 2007
    10
    I love this show... it is nice to watch a cop show that is interesting without being a "CSI formula"
  14. BrandonM.
    Dec 1, 2007
    10
    my wife and i both love this show, it has intriguing characters and a different way of thinking which is original and its sad that the professional reviewers can not see this and there too narrow minded to keep giving reviews.
  15. JenelS.
    Dec 3, 2007
    10
    "Life" may be another "detective" show, but hardly. It's characters are new and inventive, and there is a ticking underlying plot that allows more to meet the eye than just solving cases.
  16. JonV.
    Dec 4, 2007
    10
    I look forward to Life every week. I want to add my vote in hopes that NBC will keep it on the air. Life has it all.
  17. MarkR
    Dec 5, 2007
    10
    I hope the network doesn't listen to bonehead critics about this show. The viewers like it and that is all that matters.
  18. JeffM.
    Dec 6, 2007
    10
    This show is one of a kind, and I think it is fantastic!!!
  19. JennieB
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    I love this show! Please allow it the time it needs to capture loyal viewers. So many shows are yanked off the air too soon.
  20. 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!
  21. NealJ.
    Jan 21, 2008
    10
    What a great show, well written, well acted great soundtrack. Just goes to show how out of touch some critics are. It's a winner.
  22. MarciaR.
    Feb 2, 2008
    10
    I like the acting, the clever dialogue, and the plot. I sure hope it comes back.
  23. RobS.
    Feb 4, 2008
    10
    Never seen a TV Series like this before. It's so refreshing, be it the funny dialogues or charlies strange but still wonderful perspectives he has on everything. And the last episodes proofed that it has the potential to build up high tension. I find some of the bad critics way out of touch. Can't wait to see more.
  24. AltonS.
    Apr 17, 2008
    10
    I usually don't vote ten and was going too vote nine. I couldn't find any faults too justify anything but 10. Good characters, interesting stories, quirky approaches with a great kind of comedy. Then throw in the darker elements of the show and.... you get life. Much better then most shows out there.
  25. SarahJ.
    May 27, 2008
    10
    Love this underrated show. it was a pleasant coincidence when i caught it while flipping channels. people need to see this - better then most of the new shows.
  26. MarhadiashaK.
    Jun 10, 2008
    10
    I love both of the characters (Crews and Reese). I love Crews' philosophies, "robotic" movements, oh this is my favorite show.
  27. JayawiP.
    Jun 21, 2008
    10
    I have seen all LIFE episodes and am looking forward to see more!! ! On the other hand I find CSI MIAMI and predominantly Horatio unbelievably phony and irritating to watch. People DO NOT act like that, he is just too unruffled, pathetically so with his sunglasses and attitude. I have never bothered with Law and Order, as it also seems like more American rubbish - bad acting, bad dialogue I have seen all LIFE episodes and am looking forward to see more!! ! On the other hand I find CSI MIAMI and predominantly Horatio unbelievably phony and irritating to watch. People DO NOT act like that, he is just too unruffled, pathetically so with his sunglasses and attitude. I have never bothered with Law and Order, as it also seems like more American rubbish - bad acting, bad dialogue and bad story line. LIFE may not be realistic but at least the acting is good and the story line different and enjoyable - and by many more than just me!… Expand
  28. DulcieM.
    Sep 13, 2008
    10
    My husband and I LOVE this show!! What a nice change of pace from all the other cop shows. This is the ONLY show I put my life on hold for!!
  29. RichardD.
    Apr 10, 2009
    10
    well written. very good character profiles, good acting and entertaining story lines, realistics gray line between police and criminal characters.
  30. AimeeM.
    Nov 1, 2007
    10
    Damian Lewis and Sarah Shahi are superb in this new drama on NBC. I highly recommend it!
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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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