Moonlight

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Season 1
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 557 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 10 out of 557
  3. Negative: 45 out of 557
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  1. JC.
    Jan 25, 2008
    7
    I just recently caught up with this series and I find it very entertaining. The acting could be better and some of the plot lines could use some polishing, but overall, it's the entertainment value that keeps people coming back. Cool show.
  2. BilliC.
    Oct 28, 2008
    10
    That vampire can bite me anytime. I want this show back. It made my night. I liked it enough to plan around it. The chemistry between the characters filled a void between the reality and the daydream love affair we all wish could happen. The story kept us mesmerized and hanging on the edge of our seats to know what's happening next. Please bring it back. Remember there was a vile of That vampire can bite me anytime. I want this show back. It made my night. I liked it enough to plan around it. The chemistry between the characters filled a void between the reality and the daydream love affair we all wish could happen. The story kept us mesmerized and hanging on the edge of our seats to know what's happening next. Please bring it back. Remember there was a vile of vampire's blood dropped in a drawer for later........Oh, and what's to come of Mick's ex and his brother-n-laws????… Expand
  3. Laura
    Jan 4, 2008
    10
    I love this show! The actors are great and the story arc are compelling. Hope it gets renewed. It has a lot of potential for more storylines and character frowth, the chemistry between Mick and Beth are is so real and sexy.
  4. allib.
    Jan 5, 2008
    9
    I love this show and i wish it was on someday other than friday so i could watch it more often!
  5. bethg.
    Jan 5, 2008
    10
    I LOVE this show. omg i stay home with my friends every friday & watch it. amazing. micks voice actally gives me chills. hes really believable as a vampire because hes almost scary but *gorrrgeous*. these critics must be watching the wrong show.
  6. PaulaB.
    Jan 8, 2008
    10
    Congratulations on Moonlight winning the Peoples Choice Award for Best Drama. It is absolutely the best in this new season. It is campy, fun, clever and introspective not to mention the 3 great looking leads. A very enjoyable way to spend Friday nights (and watching a second time isn't hard on the eyes!)
  7. JILLD.
    Feb 18, 2008
    10
    This is one of the best shows this season, but it wouldn't surprise me if they canceled it as they do all the really go shows. I think they poll the wealthy people who don't actually watch tv. Leave it to all of us redneck home bodies who actually watch good no great programming. If I had millions I would pay to have the series on my television!!
  8. MicheleB.
    Feb 23, 2008
    10
    Why do you want to get rid of all the better shows? I am so sick of realty shows, and shows full of violence. (They are the same shows over and over, with just different characters.) Ghost Whisperer and Moonlight are the perfect Friday night line-up. After a busy week at work, I so much look forward to coming home Friday and watching my shows in the evening. The both have a great cast and Why do you want to get rid of all the better shows? I am so sick of realty shows, and shows full of violence. (They are the same shows over and over, with just different characters.) Ghost Whisperer and Moonlight are the perfect Friday night line-up. After a busy week at work, I so much look forward to coming home Friday and watching my shows in the evening. The both have a great cast and they are two of the better shows on T.V. I don't think the critic's reviews are the ones that matter, it's the viewers choice, which is presently far better than the critics. If these shows get canceled, I will literally be done with television. It's bad enough that Gilmore Girls and Charmed is gone. There is nothing else to watch, except maybe History or Discovery channels, and there is always the Weather Channel. We wonder why the world is like it is today. The sexual content, violence and horrible language on television is right in front of not only our faces, but our children's. Way too much negativity!!!!! I grew up with Little House on the Prairie and the Waltons, shows that teach good values and the sense of what is right and wrong. These are the types of shows that need to be available for the younger generation. But back to the show in question, please keep Moonlight on. Not only for your viewers, but for the cast that make it what it is. Thank you!!… Expand
  9. Wanda
    Feb 25, 2008
    9
    Strong lead and progressively more well-developed characters. Has lots of potential if the writers don't lose their way.........
  10. TerriC
    Feb 27, 2008
    10
    My friends and I love the show....CBS, ditch the reality and give us what we want - more Mick!!
  11. CathyL.
    Mar 16, 2008
    10
    This show is great...it gets better with each episode...Love the whole Mick and Beth...relationship.
  12. SannyuN.
    Mar 19, 2008
    9
    How many excellent shows had rough start and then went on quite nicely. Come on guys, leaves us girls some fun. You had Jessica Alba in "Dark Angel", we want our "Moonlight"! :)
  13. MarkB.
    Mar 25, 2008
    10
    Great show, the critics are idiots... If CBS cancels this show, then they're a bunch of old cronies that can't think out of the box.
  14. EvelynE.
    Mar 29, 2008
    7
    Ok, heres what it is. It doesn't try hard enough, like its written by a fresh-on-the-dock creator/director/whatever. But its fun to watch , so give it a try.
  15. Teresa
    Mar 4, 2008
    10
    Alex O"Laughlin is totally hot. Totally makes my week.
  16. ElaineG.
    Mar 5, 2008
    10
    This show is the best new show out there!!! And the Star of the show is one of the best looking men I have seen in a long time!!!
  17. Basia
    Apr 12, 2008
    10
    I just love it:) no other words needed. Sophia Myles - great as always.
  18. ST.
    Apr 7, 2008
    10
    This show is the only reason I watch CBS, besides CSI. But honestly, the story-line is interesting and wonderful! I adore this show!
  19. Dontlk
    May 26, 2008
    10
    Amazing, amazing and amazing.
  20. TinaS.
    Jun 15, 2008
    10
    This is a great show with wonderful characters. Moonlight was a little slow in the plot and character development, but evolved nicely. This is a show with a lot of potential-if the networks will give it a chance!
  21. JohnB.
    Jun 5, 2008
    8
    Definitely better than angel or buffy, boths those shows were jokes in my opinion. the actors do good, the lines arent cheesy, and theres no hilarious vampire face morph.
  22. TheresK.
    Jul 11, 2008
    10
    Pleas bring moonlight back!
  23. Karenb
    Aug 2, 2008
    10
    I love this show and the cast. i could hardly wait from Friday to Friday to see mick and beth. please reconsider and bring it back to the many people like myself who enjoyed spending friday night with them.
  24. Ellyn
    Sep 27, 2008
    10
    You have to be kidding that you are not putting this show back on the air. I watched True Blood and it was nothing like Moonlight, It might be fantasy but we need to be entertained. I am not the only one missing it please put it back on.
  25. DonnaP.
    Jan 12, 2009
    10
    What do critics know anyway...they only watch shows so that they can criticize them...Viewers, on the other hand, watch shows to form real opinions and choose favorites. Regarding Moonlight...the critics are wrong.
  26. CocoBunny
    Jun 23, 2009
    7
    Canceled right as it was getting good. The vampire "watchdog" group subplot was just firing up towards the end, especially with that list that appeared right as the show signed off. Why, oh why, was this not renewed somewhere? Even vampire genre classics like "Buffy" got off to a slow start. "True Blood" was pretty cheesy as it started, yet it's hitting its stride in its second Canceled right as it was getting good. The vampire "watchdog" group subplot was just firing up towards the end, especially with that list that appeared right as the show signed off. Why, oh why, was this not renewed somewhere? Even vampire genre classics like "Buffy" got off to a slow start. "True Blood" was pretty cheesy as it started, yet it's hitting its stride in its second season. "Moonlight" was a welcome distraction--a new take on the vampire detective show where sunlight was okay, but still not too good (with no stupid sparkles!). Only it was never given enough time to really get going. Sure, it had plenty of flashbacks to "Angel," the worst of which being that they were both cancelled too soon. The acting fell flat sometimes in the start, but it was really hitting its mark as the show got going. And then--no more. Sad times.… Expand
  27. virginias
    Nov 10, 2007
    10
    this show is awesome Great cast Look forward to firday night
  28. t
    Nov 1, 2007
    10
    Absolutely Love It!!
  29. guest39
    Nov 11, 2007
    10
    LOVE this show. It has some potential, despite the reviews. You have to see it to decide for yourself. The MUSIC is awesome..still trying to find the artist(s)... I'll be a continued watcher!
  30. Cassiew
    Nov 12, 2007
    10
    This show is awesome and the critics are missing it on this one. This show has it all and Alex O' leaves me breathless!
  31. JulieS.
    Nov 13, 2007
    10
    I LOVE this show too...can't wait to see the next one!! Alex and Beth are fun to watch.
  32. BrendaK.
    Nov 13, 2007
    10
    Excellent writing, acting, set design, and storyline. All around the best show this season.
  33. LindaH.
    Nov 14, 2007
    8
    The lead is very nice to look at, the plot shallow, but made up for by the actor.
  34. BethW.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    Love this show! Finally for those of us who grew up with the other camp vamp shows and loved them...Moonlight is the answer to the grown ups vamp show. Love It!
  35. RitaM.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    Outstanding Show. This is the first show in years that has me on the edge of my seat waiting for the next Friday night!
  36. lanaW.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    I'm hooked! I'm not a TV Watcher, but this I can't miss. Usually, I'm not available on Friday Nights so I catch it on the internet.
  37. sallythered
    Nov 17, 2007
    9
    I enjoy shows of make-believe, and if the writing keeps as it is, the show may last... I have my tivo set for this show, its fun and entertaining.. I liked the angel series as well, the writing is the same.. I would recommend watching this show to fans who love a bite out of crime...
  38. PenaM.
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    The critics made their appalling judgement based on the pilot. This so rocks though, and has a good story arch. And there's never enough vampire-stuff on telly.
  39. CandaceW
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    This show is amazing! Every episode just gets better and better. Alex O'Laughlin is insanely sexy and the chemistry between he and Sophia is electric. Thanks CBS...keep them coming!
  40. CindyL.
    Nov 19, 2007
    9
    I love it! The chemistry on the show is electric!
  41. susansee
    Oct 12, 2007
    10
    It's still new and has a few cheesy glitches but I think all-in-all it's got promise. Just give it some time to get thru its growing pains!
  42. LisaP
    Nov 20, 2007
    10
    I've already made my comments... its awesome and i think it would be a real shame if it didn't have at least two or three seasons.
  43. Kim
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    I agree with Chris E., this is the best show that has been on a Friday night that is worth watching. I haven't missed one episode. It's entertaining and interesting.
  44. Belinda
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    Don't know why so many have such a dim view - my family LOVES it!!!!! A great reason to stay home after a long week. This is my favorite show. The 11/02 episode was pretty steamy, but I loved that Mick was acting as protector and not taking advantage of the situation. Keep it up and keep it on!
  45. EmHewitt
    Oct 12, 2007
    6
    As a Buffy/Angel/Forever Knight/The Hunger fan... This show has potential. I'd add more characters, get some story arcs going, add some underlying plots, hire new writers, and sell it to another network with a later time slot. Forever Knight worked because it took risks. Like an overweight coroner as a love interest. Moonlight needs a time slot and channel that will allow it to be As a Buffy/Angel/Forever Knight/The Hunger fan... This show has potential. I'd add more characters, get some story arcs going, add some underlying plots, hire new writers, and sell it to another network with a later time slot. Forever Knight worked because it took risks. Like an overweight coroner as a love interest. Moonlight needs a time slot and channel that will allow it to be risque and edgy. Unfortunately, it's jumping the shark already by having Mick reveal his secrets to the love interest in the second episode. Be like Smallville. Give us a Lana, but keep us watching till you give us Lois. Complicate the storylines more.… Expand
  46. t
    Nov 23, 2007
    10
    Absolutely Love It!!
  47. ThomasB
    Nov 23, 2007
    10
    Interesting how critics can 'write-off'' a show so quickly. From the beginning, "Moonlight" has picked up steam and developed into one of the better ones in the line-up. Hope CBS continues the show after the writer's strike is resolved.
  48. ShelliS
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    LOVE this show! It's the only show the whole family will sit down and watch!
  49. EmmaB.
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    Totally Awesome show. Dialog is a little weak, but everything else makes up 4 it! Plus they have Alex!
  50. ShannonS.
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    Love It!!
  51. SerenaC
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    I LOVE this show!!! I feel that it gets better and better ever week! Especially after last nights episode... can't wait till next Friday. I really hope they keep it on the air. It is my new favorite show!!!
  52. Jodie
    Nov 25, 2007
    9
    Although it is cliched at times - the characters are so intriguing that it keeps me hooked. At the beginning the plot line was a little weak, however it has showed continued growth and I enjoy all the characters. Josef is my favorite, I like how they incorporate him. CBS was correct in keeping this show!!!
  53. HayleyF.
    Nov 26, 2007
    10
    I absolutely LOVE this show. If it is taken off the air, I will be crushed. It's very entertaining!
  54. Helen
    Nov 27, 2007
    10
    Incredible sexual situations. Extraordinary!!
  55. AshleyF.
    Nov 27, 2007
    10
    It's about time we had a vamp back in primetime! I love this show!!
  56. VictoriaS.
    Nov 28, 2007
    8
    Why has no one noticed how hot Alex is? My neck is waiting... Give the show a chance. If you have no imagination, don't watch. Watch the silly reality shows.
  57. CrystalM.
    Nov 29, 2007
    10
    Critic's are wrong..I love this show..It would be very upsetting to see it canceled.
  58. PattiW.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    The chemistry between Mick and Beth is classic - PLEASE keep this on the air!!
  59. StacyBrymer
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    I love this show please don't cancel.. or I will quit watching cbs. Tired of getting into a show and it gets the axe. no stability with CBS
  60. Stacyb.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    Keep. keep, keep
  61. KristenA.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    This show is so awesome! My sister and I are totally addicted. We're also addicted to Supernatural, but would take Mick any day over Sam or Dean! And that's saying something!
  62. KrisW.
    Nov 30, 2007
    9
    love this show - cbs please keep it on!
  63. MarleneK.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    This is one of the better series out there..I really like it, I think it has a good story line, it's a different twist on vampires and a little love and romance.
  64. Steph
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    ML is the best new show this season IMHO. I liked the pilot but every episode is better than the last one. There is great chemistry between the characters. Give it a chance, you might like it.
  65. cherri
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    moonlight rocks
  66. kellyBee
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    loved it.
  67. JackieR
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    Best.Show.Ever.
  68. AnonymousMC
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    I love moonlight. It has loads of orignal content to it. You just need to give it move time, Try all the episodes first, before you make the final judgement of the show.
  69. miashasta
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    Loved the show!
  70. HeatherE
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    This is a great show, much more creative than 90% of the show on TV these days. The episode on 10-12-07 was a particularly fine example, I certainly hope CBS keeps this show.
  71. AllieDavidson
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    Really a very very good show. I'm both a Buffy and Angel fan, but those shows are gone and this one fills in nicely. The chemistry between the two leads really sizzles. Give it a chance!
  72. AliceKeener
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    Love this show! I was completely hooked within the first five minutes.
  73. Joannc
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    My friend told me to see this show and I'm really glad she did. Every episode just keeps getting better.
  74. ElaineD.C.
    Oct 14, 2007
    9
    Even though this show has been denigrated as a copy of all the vamp shows that came before it, I think it is trying to become something different. I like the two main characters, and most of the supporting ones. I think it deserves a chance to develop.
  75. KristiePressler
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    I absolutely love this show and hope to heaven we get more than 1 season!
  76. KatT.
    Nov 4, 2007
    10
    I think Mick and Beth have great chemistry. Can't wait for more.
  77. MoniqueLenczy
    Oct 14, 2007
    10
    A refreshing new show that gets better every week! Hope Mick & Beth get to have a nice long love affair detailing how the undead and mortals cope with a relationship!
  78. IvernP.
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    I simply love this show. I love the characters, and the actors that play the parts, and I love the music. Every time I fine out what music is played I go to Itunes to buy it. Need more information on the music. That is my only complaint.
  79. MarieC.
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Hot show!
  80. shiftyd
    Oct 15, 2007
    9
    great show and getting better every week - give it a go if you haven't seen it already!
  81. HeatherDeschaine
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Fantastic start to what could be an AMAZING show with many seasons to come!!!
  82. ToniG
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Ive loved it since the first show.. Mick is the perfect vamp for this...Looking forward to the next show! Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  83. janemyles
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Love the chemistry between Mick and Beth
  84. JenniferJames
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Be careful if you watch this show - you just might become obsessed with it! It's fabulous, romantic, cheesy fun!
  85. NancySure
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    I love Moonlight its the best show on TV right now :) Please give it a chance!!!...thank you!
  86. LoriKelly
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Has the storyline been done before? Of course...it's Heathcliff and Kathy, Beauty and the Beast, Tristan and Isolde with a vampire twist... Let's face it, there's something about the inner struggle between good and bad and a tragic love story that makes one want to sigh. Tragic and tortured heroes are the recipe for success in television and in movies. The critics Has the storyline been done before? Of course...it's Heathcliff and Kathy, Beauty and the Beast, Tristan and Isolde with a vampire twist... Let's face it, there's something about the inner struggle between good and bad and a tragic love story that makes one want to sigh. Tragic and tortured heroes are the recipe for success in television and in movies. The critics won't like it but the average viewer will.… Expand
  87. LeeserG
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    Moonlight is the best thing to hit television in many many years! Thank you, CBS for bringing this series to the airwaves!
  88. JenM
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    This is easily one of the best of the new shows and continues to get stronger with each episode.
  89. LGerry
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    Excellent show. It's been developing very nicely. I look forward to the next episode.
  90. CuprinaC.
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    This show is from from bad!! It is excellent!! It has excellent characters and an excellent story line!!! I love it!
  91. AnniM.
    Oct 15, 2007
    9
    Very fun show -- love it!
  92. Alanna
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    38!!! Are you kidding me?? The sarcastic lines and the character development are getting better with each week. Mick is awesome. Beth is rockin. Give the show a chance, people!!!
  93. AnitaC
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    This show gets better each week. The chemistry between Mick and Beth is intoxicating. It's what keeps me tuned in. The stories are fascinating and the well told. I love how the moodiness and madness of the characters unfold with each episode. The tortured souls of Mick and Beth are convincingly played out by the actors. I'm actually surprised at how much I enjoy this show.
  94. ChristianF.
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    Friday nights needed something a more intriguing than the garbage that's on now. None of the shows on television have much of a continuing storyline. Moonlight has a continuing theme that keeps me waiting for Friday night. The show has action, romance, an undertone of darkness, and great actors who literally feed off one another. Whoever said there is no chemistry between Friday nights needed something a more intriguing than the garbage that's on now. None of the shows on television have much of a continuing storyline. Moonlight has a continuing theme that keeps me waiting for Friday night. The show has action, romance, an undertone of darkness, and great actors who literally feed off one another. Whoever said there is no chemistry between O'Loughlin and Myles must be ninety years old, shriveled up, and braindead. This is one of the best shows on television.… Expand
  95. JoshuaE.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    I watch this with my wife and we both love and enjoy it.
  96. KirstenG.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    This is my favorite new show. Mick is hot, and the chemistry between Mick and Beth is great!
  97. ShayL.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    Love the Show, it's great! Alex is HOT!!
  98. RachaelD.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    i love this show i haven't been this excited to watch a show since buffy and angel....this is really the only show on right now.
  99. kylel.
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    The show is about a vampire who wants to correct his faults, now you tell me is that a bad show? You have a guy who hates his past, but cares deeply about helping the future of others. Mick you can do it, you may not be Angel, but like Angel you have a kind heart.
  100. MicheleM.
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    This show is worth your time the chemistry is definitely there I can't wait till Friday nights every week keep this show.
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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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