Moonlight

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Season 1
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 557 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 502 out of 557
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 557
  3. Negative: 45 out of 557
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  1. randallr.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    I really love this tv show. It's unique and a fresh look at an old subject.
  2. CindyG.
    Nov 9, 2007
    10
    This show is freakin' awesome!!!! And, Mick St. John is so freakin' hot I can hardly stand it!!! I really hope the series continues for many years!!!
  3. KelleyS.
    Jan 5, 2008
    10
    I watch only one show a week and this is it!!!! Without Moonlight, there is really nothing for me to watch on tv. Keep it coming!
  4. CarlosS.
    Nov 10, 2007
    10
    The fourth episode was my first and it was great! Watched it twice in three hours trying to figure out Coraline. How did she come back and become human. What a dangerous character and Beth must be the most beautiful woman on TV. Sure hope Moonlight sticks around....
  5. georgeh.
    Oct 1, 2007
    9
    Loved it! That dude is one sexy vampire, too!
  6. ChristyV.
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    This show is lots of fun and Alex O'Loughlin is a very charismatic lead. The writing gets better with each episode and I enjoy watching and re-watching it. There are so many subtle line readings and facial expressions, that you pretty much HAVE to watch the show over and over again.
  7. JamesN.
    Nov 5, 2007
    2
    I've been watching Vamp shows for over two decades...this one won't make it. It's already given away most of it's secrets, and those that remain are pretty guessable. They should have made him older, and given a REAL reason for him to be trying to be 'good'...then they should have kept his 'secret' at least to the end of the first season!
  8. FoxM.
    Oct 20, 2007
    10
    The show is an unexpected surprise. My family all love the show and we watch every episode. We even went back watched a couple episdes we missed on innertube. I hope the show makes it as I really enjoy it.
  9. TheresaS.
    Dec 13, 2007
    10
    What people don't understand is that Moonlight has brought the "Bella Lagosi" vamire into the 21st Century......
  10. AnitaE.
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    I absolutely LOVE this show. Love the new twist on a vampire theme that I've watched ever since I was a kid (I'm 50). Love him, love her. Love the back-stories and the current predicaments. Keep this show going!!!!!!!
  11. GloriaM.
    Dec 4, 2007
    10
    I love it, love it, love it, love it, love it. Makes Friday nights worth waiting for. Hope it stays on a long time. The chemistry between Mick and Beth is to die for. Literally.
  12. HCat
    Oct 29, 2007
    10
    I have to admit the show started out slow.....but then came Fever and Arrested Development. Wow, I am now truly hooked and actually find myself watching bits of te episodes over just waiting for the next episode. I haven't done this since WB's Roswell's first season. I love paranormal shows and have watched quite a few, Roswell, Buffy, Angel, Charmed...just to name a few. I I have to admit the show started out slow.....but then came Fever and Arrested Development. Wow, I am now truly hooked and actually find myself watching bits of te episodes over just waiting for the next episode. I haven't done this since WB's Roswell's first season. I love paranormal shows and have watched quite a few, Roswell, Buffy, Angel, Charmed...just to name a few. I find this one has more class and the characters are more my age (so to speak ). I love sci-fi, but I love that this is not all about other worldly creatures, but about humans and how vampires live among them. I have found that I really connect with the two leads and their chemistry is undeniable. To give some idea of your viewers...I am in my mid 30s, 2 kids and have already had a big 8+ year engineering career. If you can grab my interest when I have so few moments to sit and watch a show, then CBS you have got a winner here.… Expand
  13. ShawnaG.
    Oct 30, 2007
    10
    This show is my favorite show in years. The writing is wonderful; lots of subtle wit. The actors are savory and I just get giddy after some scenes because they have been so well done. I used to never watch TV on Fridays, and now it is the night I most look forward to!
  14. DZ
    Oct 4, 2007
    7
    Those who complain this is derivative (Angel, Forever Knight, etc.) should remember the basic Beauty and the Beast story descends from the ancient Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche (she wasn't allowed to see him and assumed he was hideous). The story of a supernatural, yet emotionally vulnerable hero will always be appealing. I hope the pilot was simply over-worked by too many people, Those who complain this is derivative (Angel, Forever Knight, etc.) should remember the basic Beauty and the Beast story descends from the ancient Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche (she wasn't allowed to see him and assumed he was hideous). The story of a supernatural, yet emotionally vulnerable hero will always be appealing. I hope the pilot was simply over-worked by too many people, as many are. I also hope that its seemingly tongue-in-cheek cliche-noir quality was deliberate. I see iMoonlight as a subtle romantic comedy with wonderful potential, but I'm afraid it may simply go under the radar of most viewers.… Expand
  15. bonniem.
    Oct 4, 2007
    3
    Pretty disappointed in it. I was hoping for something more edgy and less cheesy. I'll give it one more show before I decide to go elsewhere.
  16. JenniferR.
    Oct 6, 2007
    6
    Although it is not the best show on tv, it has potential. The question is how they develop the storyline. I think it has a good time slot by noth having anything really competing with its genre, so hopefully the writers can keep it interesting. Definate babe potential
  17. RobW.
    Oct 6, 2007
    2
    O'Louglin is not at all charismatic and the dialogue is so bad it makes you cringe.
  18. DerekP.
    Oct 6, 2007
    2
    Not very engaging. Pretty good special effects and cinematography.
  19. AB
    Oct 7, 2007
    6
    No, it's not very original. But in a morass of lame reality shows and un-funny "comedies", it's entertaining, & I thought Mick was well cast. Yes, it's somewhat cheesy, but it's the kind of mind candy you might feel like watching when you want to crash on a Friday night after a long week. I would like to have seen them go longer than 2 episodes before he revealed he No, it's not very original. But in a morass of lame reality shows and un-funny "comedies", it's entertaining, & I thought Mick was well cast. Yes, it's somewhat cheesy, but it's the kind of mind candy you might feel like watching when you want to crash on a Friday night after a long week. I would like to have seen them go longer than 2 episodes before he revealed he was a vampire. Kind of ruins the potential for suspense between the characters.… Expand
  20. Joshua
    Oct 8, 2007
    0
    And you thought "Forever Night" was bad? "Moonlight" plays like a Z-Grade horror/romance/soap opera with not even any redeeming T&A - a la "Baywatch Nights".
  21. janett.
    Sep 30, 2007
    0
    Just awful. The only redeeming quality is Jason Dohring. Completely derivative of much better shows (Angel, Forever Knight).
  22. ElisaW.
    Jan 5, 2008
    10
    Great show to get lost in on a Friday night!
  23. MoonlightChances
    Jan 7, 2008
    10
    Moonlight is the best new show on tv this season. The show is visually stunning, and has a very talented ensemble cast. Alex O'Loughlin is the best looking and sexiest actor to show up on television or in the movies in a long time, and he is a gifted actor. He really has a lot going for him, and his fan base is growing. This show has great storylines and there is much more to portray Moonlight is the best new show on tv this season. The show is visually stunning, and has a very talented ensemble cast. Alex O'Loughlin is the best looking and sexiest actor to show up on television or in the movies in a long time, and he is a gifted actor. He really has a lot going for him, and his fan base is growing. This show has great storylines and there is much more to portray with the main and secondary characters. Keep this show on for a long run.… Expand
  24. AmandaF.
    Feb 8, 2008
    10
    I love this show and I haven't missed one since it has started. it is about vampires and also because it reminds me of a book my sister and i read it is called twilight by Stephenie Meyer the reason I love this show is because it has action, horror, and romance.
  25. LakenH
    Feb 8, 2008
    10
    I love Moonlight! It better not get discontinued. Critics don't know what they are saying, they always rate good shows as bad. I love the storyline and how the characters are. I never watch T.V. only Moonlight. I can't wait to watch it tonight, I look forward to Fridays.
  26. DominicT.
    Apr 8, 2008
    8
    Don't understand the rather overly critical reviews of the so called experts (especially Melanie McFarland and Tim Goodman) it seems like they merely want to have their names in a special place and being critics find it more satisfying to give a 0 than a high rating. Returning to the show, Moonlight has the potential to be a good show, I've seen 5 shows (in the UK) and the Don't understand the rather overly critical reviews of the so called experts (especially Melanie McFarland and Tim Goodman) it seems like they merely want to have their names in a special place and being critics find it more satisfying to give a 0 than a high rating. Returning to the show, Moonlight has the potential to be a good show, I've seen 5 shows (in the UK) and the characters seem to be developing well. Wait and see, assuming the network has the willingness to allow that.… Expand
  27. DavidC.
    May 19, 2008
    10
    What is wrong with Moonlight? It is clear there is a following. What is that not good enough? Does it have to be so obscene that I
  28. JulieW.
    Sep 6, 2008
    10
    Its a shame to hear you've taken this show off the air. I hope cbs changes its mind. I find a lot of these stations are removing the better shows and aiming there sites for a younger viewer. Shame, shame, shame. What about the older viewers do you think we want to continue to watch crap that is on the air. We are your biggest viewers.
  29. shirleyt.
    Nov 12, 2007
    10
    I am 40 years old and want to say that i love this show....i dont care what the critics say because we all have our opinions and they dont know more than anyone else!....great show and a nice change from alot of the "dumb" sitcoms
  30. EmilyR.
    Oct 1, 2007
    9
    Alex O'Loughlin is charismatic. So is Jason Dohring. The story was absorbing and exciting. I can't understand why this is getting such bad reviews.
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Critic Reviews

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Metascore
38

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 24
  3. Negative: 11 out of 24
  1. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    30
    [Mick and Beth's] across-the-decades bond, however, doesn't compensate for how pedestrian the initial story is -- playing like a conventional detective show, with Mick showcasing his otherworldly powers (strong, and very, very fast) only during a passable action sequence in the final act.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    60
    The focus is on the dangerous and forbidden relationship between Mick and Beth and his efforts to keep his past a secret. Whether there's enough material there to knit together a series remains to be seen.
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  3. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    40
    Moonlight is just a weak, generic private-eye drama with a vampire story overlay.
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