• Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 27, 2015
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 233 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 71 out of 233
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  1. Sep 30, 2015
    1
    Contrived tripe that is an insult to it's audience. Cliched, cartoon like characters with the charisma of plankton (sorry plankton!). A plot line that stretches credulity.
  2. Sep 29, 2015
    2
    This is to Homeland what CSI is to the Wire.

    So I guess it'll probably do pretty well.

    I'm guessing the actors were told to act like its 90210 or one tree hill.
  3. Sep 27, 2015
    0
    Looks like it'll be another feminist driven diatribe on how the human civilisation has gone wrong so far.

    First episode has driven as much feminist dogma down my throat as the story itself.

    Truly amazing.

    I don't think I will be watching the rest - if I wanted to study feminist dogma, I would join a gender studies course.
  4. Sep 29, 2015
    2
    Wow! I am STUNNED by the positive reviews this show has received. I was looking for something to watch last night and saw Quantico got a score of 70. WTF -- this show was garbage. It's low rate, convoluted story,
    and just typical bad network tv. This show will NOT make it past season 1. If i'm wrong, I'll retract this comment.
  5. Sep 28, 2015
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. So many twists and I was thrilled for whole one hour. Priyanka Chopra is Outstanding as Alex Parrish and the whole cast is incredible.
  6. Oct 2, 2016
    0
    This show is terrible. The portrayal of the FBI is insulting. Why not try and use some realism when creating episodes? Perhaps the actors are too shallow to handle it, or the writers just cannot come up with better material.
  7. Dec 24, 2015
    7
    The show's not bad, its just not very realistic. Yes, the FBI Training Facility looks less like a training facility and more like a resort for perfect-bodied people. And yes, sometimes the personal drama is a bit much. But what do you expect?? It's television! It's entertainment!

    For those who are complaining that the flashbacks and details make the show hard to follow... I don't know
    The show's not bad, its just not very realistic. Yes, the FBI Training Facility looks less like a training facility and more like a resort for perfect-bodied people. And yes, sometimes the personal drama is a bit much. But what do you expect?? It's television! It's entertainment!

    For those who are complaining that the flashbacks and details make the show hard to follow... I don't know what to tell you. It's not a very complicated show. Perhaps you should have stayed in school.
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  8. Mar 9, 2016
    10
    I just don't understand why people give this show so bad reviews. I read them before I began to watch, so it didn't make me want to even watch the show. So today I began to watch and what a surprise, it's GREAT. It makes me think of How To Get Away With Murder. I love the characters, they are all so special and have a lot to hide. You always want to know what will happen next, lot ofI just don't understand why people give this show so bad reviews. I read them before I began to watch, so it didn't make me want to even watch the show. So today I began to watch and what a surprise, it's GREAT. It makes me think of How To Get Away With Murder. I love the characters, they are all so special and have a lot to hide. You always want to know what will happen next, lot of suspense. So now it's late and I don't find the words I want to find to describe the show cause english is not my language and nobody cares about it but anyway you definitely need to watch this show. Expand
  9. Jan 19, 2016
    10
    This is one of my favorite new shows of the season. It is exciting and fun and there is plenty of action to go around. I love the story as well. Plus Priyanka Chopra is so hot to look at every week!
  10. Feb 5, 2016
    10
    One of my favorite shows that premiered last season. I love a mystery that isn't easily solved and the 'possibles' keep changing. Love some intrigue ... this show is it.
  11. Feb 18, 2016
    2
    Implausible, dysfunctional, and brought to prime time for?.... the lead is poorly cast but quite frankly the show should be relegated to the trash heap! A 2 just for all the pretty people....
  12. Mar 20, 2016
    10
    Love it ! Priyanka Chopra dose a great job as the lead!

    Good cast!

    Good Plot!

    great twists!

    Most of my friends think this is better than homeland. But I may differ in that. But still its good!
  13. Oct 7, 2015
    10
    The Problem with new shows is the fast storyline and too many characters to introduce but Quantico is not one of those pilots it is a very different kind of show it involves not one but two storylines which is something not seen alot on television anymore. The first storyline is Alex's Past and the present is where the FBI is hunting her . It is full of suspense and Drama.
  14. Jan 12, 2016
    8
    Quantico is fantastic and entertaining. It has many twists and after watching few episodes, you want to know, who the real terrorist is. Shortly after watching the first episode I actually was a little bit disappointed because my expectations of the very first show were very high. I thought that there would be more action. But overall it was not so bad and I really like the idea with theQuantico is fantastic and entertaining. It has many twists and after watching few episodes, you want to know, who the real terrorist is. Shortly after watching the first episode I actually was a little bit disappointed because my expectations of the very first show were very high. I thought that there would be more action. But overall it was not so bad and I really like the idea with the flashbacks. I know Priyanka Chopra from Bollywood movies and I like her role as Alex Parrish in Quantico. In fact the whole cast very promising. Sometimes the personal story of the characters gets provoking. Expand
  15. Nov 2, 2015
    3
    This show is like Homeland for toddlers. It's a bunch of pretty people playing grab ass with anti-terrorism training as a backdrop. The fact that this show is a hit says a lot about what passes for entertainment nowadays. Pass!
  16. Oct 10, 2015
    7
    I have liked the first 2 episodes and I want to come back for more. However, I am concerned it is a bit "action show by the numbers". Over drama and under character development. I do have to suspend a lot of belief.
  17. Sep 29, 2015
    2
    This show falls into the CSI Cyber camp of being so bad its almost entertaining. Laughably cliched characters that came from a cookie cutter writers room note book. The gay kid, the hot Muslim, the attractive rich girl most of them are so stupid they would barely be accepted into a community college let alone Quantico.
  18. Oct 20, 2015
    1
    Maybe there's a halfway decent story buried somewhere deep inside. But it's ruined by a laughable attempt to portray FBI training as a series of reality-TV stunts populated by bimbettes in tight, low-cut T-shirts.

    Remember the opening shot of Silence of the Lambs? The one with Starling drenched in sweat after a run? Well in this version of Quantico all the female agents are perfectly
    Maybe there's a halfway decent story buried somewhere deep inside. But it's ruined by a laughable attempt to portray FBI training as a series of reality-TV stunts populated by bimbettes in tight, low-cut T-shirts.

    Remember the opening shot of Silence of the Lambs? The one with Starling drenched in sweat after a run? Well in this version of Quantico all the female agents are perfectly groomed at all times, which is clearly a requirement for the modern FBI.

    The bulk of what passes for a script is little more than tepid soap-opera tedium. I've given this 4 episodes and it's just getting worse.
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  19. Oct 26, 2015
    2
    Quantico squandered a promising start. The early episodes established distinctive characters within the large ensemble cast, and hinted at a long and potentially interesting story arc. Sadly by episode 4 this had been discarded in favour of histrionics, gimmicks and melodrama.
  20. Oct 29, 2015
    0
    Just what television needed: Another cop show.
    In this case the FBI should sue on grounds of defamation of character because this program sure lacks character when it comes to the acting abilities of the cast.

    Also why do TV executives feel the need to cast ultra-skinny models as these tougher than nails agents?
  21. Nov 8, 2015
    3
    While professional reviewers seemed on the whole to like this series, I find myself weighed down by the plodding, repetitive writing (most of it delivered in what amounts to monotone). How many times must we hear statements on the order of "I killed my father". "My mother didn't shoot my father, I did." (Or, as a reason for freezing, "I saw my father's face".) Well, our heroine mentionsWhile professional reviewers seemed on the whole to like this series, I find myself weighed down by the plodding, repetitive writing (most of it delivered in what amounts to monotone). How many times must we hear statements on the order of "I killed my father". "My mother didn't shoot my father, I did." (Or, as a reason for freezing, "I saw my father's face".) Well, our heroine mentions this deep dark secret by her own count three times to three different strangers and all delivered with the same husky monotone in the first four episodes. Of course the people in charge already know about it. Most of all I don't give a damn about any of them. Expand
  22. Mar 27, 2016
    0
    The most racist show on TV and not worth watching. Turns your stomach if you have any intelligence. I would be embarrassed to be appear on this piece of garbage.
  23. Oct 19, 2015
    1
    I was completely bamboozled by the critical reviews that were available on Metacritic prior to the show. I gave the pilot a shot, and came away thinking that Quantico could prove to be a decent show. After several episodes, I can now see that this show is complete garbage. The writing for the characters, specifically the young and beautiful FBI recruits, is atrocious and the "actors" thatI was completely bamboozled by the critical reviews that were available on Metacritic prior to the show. I gave the pilot a shot, and came away thinking that Quantico could prove to be a decent show. After several episodes, I can now see that this show is complete garbage. The writing for the characters, specifically the young and beautiful FBI recruits, is atrocious and the "actors" that were cast for these parts simply aren't good enough to breathe any life into their Ken and Barbie roles. The plot is horrible and the FBI training center seems like a Planet Fitness retreat. How anyone can spin anything positive about this show is completely inexplicable. Shame on any critic who showered any sort of praise on this garbage. Expand
  24. Oct 16, 2015
    1
    "Contrived tripe that is an insult to it's audience." Well said in an earlier review. Such great promise with plot line potential rich in modern suspense and these writers would rather push a PC agenda. Very disappointing.
  25. Oct 6, 2015
    0
    Is this show supposed to be a sitcom? Because It is laughable, just like a sitcom. This falls in the real of so bad it's...no it's not good, it's just bad. This show should be called Federal Body Inspectors because it essentially just uses its sex to try and sell the convoluted, boring writing and the ridiculous bland characters. The commercials were more interesting than this show. ThisIs this show supposed to be a sitcom? Because It is laughable, just like a sitcom. This falls in the real of so bad it's...no it's not good, it's just bad. This show should be called Federal Body Inspectors because it essentially just uses its sex to try and sell the convoluted, boring writing and the ridiculous bland characters. The commercials were more interesting than this show. This show is a joke...and not a very good one either. Expand
  26. Nov 9, 2015
    0
    this is bad. really bad. the story and dialogs predictable and stretched out. the roles/characters/themes (gay, twins, family matters, love..) are turned into ridicule,that I am just feeling embarrassed for the targeted groups... and yes, this is a story of how hard the training and life of soon-to-be-agent is - just doesn't look like it.
  27. Oct 9, 2015
    0
    Horrible ! Alex (priyanka) looks so horrible and the worst part is that her character is made to look promiscuous and cheap ?So then all that stuff happening to her just makes you think ahh whatever and just ruins sympathy for her in a way. Also, its just such a typical plot and drama. Shes the good guy and eventually she will find the bad guy with alot of drama in between, blah blah blahHorrible ! Alex (priyanka) looks so horrible and the worst part is that her character is made to look promiscuous and cheap ?So then all that stuff happening to her just makes you think ahh whatever and just ruins sympathy for her in a way. Also, its just such a typical plot and drama. Shes the good guy and eventually she will find the bad guy with alot of drama in between, blah blah blah ! wow people have no taste in television if this popular!

    For all those who keep referring to 'haters' no one's hating, everyone has their own personal opinion's just because priyanka chopra's in it that doesn't mean you blindly just like the series no matter what !
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  28. Oct 27, 2015
    0
    Ok this show... Sucks ! Sucks ! ... Painfully sucks!!!
    The women in this show are painful to watch and really suck!!!
    Terrible ! Please don't bring this show back!
  29. Oct 15, 2015
    0
    After the pilot, it seems the makers have just lost the will to make the series successful. In the 3rd episode it seems everyone just want to finish their respective contracts and move on.
  30. Oct 12, 2015
    1
    I can't believe the positive reviews this garbage gets. I had to force myself to finish watching the pilot and started watched the second episode when it was on. I just couldn't bear it and had to turn it off after a couple of minutes. Chaotic nonsense that I cannot bear to give the 4 episode rule. Bye, bye Quantico.
  31. Sep 29, 2015
    2
    How to make fun of the FBI again, I can't understand the good critics it got. Surely it's explosive and has twists but the plot is poor, the writing and the acting too.
  32. Oct 10, 2015
    0
    So pathetic. I was really really looking forward to this show, but it's SO lame. From the flat characters and predictable writing to the over-the-top politically correctness, I just kept finding myself dying to know what was on other channels, but determined to watch the first two episodes to the end. I'm done with the show now, though. What a colossal waste of resources. Some of theSo pathetic. I was really really looking forward to this show, but it's SO lame. From the flat characters and predictable writing to the over-the-top politically correctness, I just kept finding myself dying to know what was on other channels, but determined to watch the first two episodes to the end. I'm done with the show now, though. What a colossal waste of resources. Some of the actors are good-looking, but their range of talent isn't challenged by the writers. It's funny how different the "critics" score this show from the "users". One gets the feeling like there are some "critics" getting their pockets lined - either that or they have lost all sensibilities of what makes a heart-thumping drama. Expand
  33. Sep 29, 2015
    4
    Disappointing. I was hoping for a believable quasi-military show about FBI training with the obvious need for a mystery plot of some sort. The mystery, as I see it, is how the writers think that FBI new recruits are represented by this bunch of shallow jerks right out of the CW network. Wow, if they got it right, the future of law enforcement is in major danger.

    Plot and characters.
    Disappointing. I was hoping for a believable quasi-military show about FBI training with the obvious need for a mystery plot of some sort. The mystery, as I see it, is how the writers think that FBI new recruits are represented by this bunch of shallow jerks right out of the CW network. Wow, if they got it right, the future of law enforcement is in major danger.

    Plot and characters. This show falls completely flat n both of these fairly important areas.
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  34. Sep 28, 2015
    10
    Priyanka Chopra plays the leader, Alex Parish.
    This show has the perfect spin on drama and romance.
    There were many twists in the just the first episode. The
    plot is very interesting, there i no other show out there like Quantico.
    I look forward to watching the rest of this show.
  35. Oct 5, 2015
    10
    Good episode with good twists and turns. All the actors have done an amazing job. Lead actress has done a good job. I look forward to watch the rest of the season.
  36. Oct 7, 2015
    10
    The plot is interesting and very engaging. The format is cool and the lead actress is gorgeous enough to sit and watch the show. Plus, it's nice to see a diverse cast on tv.
  37. May 2, 2016
    2
    Possibly the most horrendous TV series I've ever had the misfortune of accidentally putting on. Shallow, unoriginal and riddled with cliches. If you want to lose some brain cells, tune in by all means. For anyone to mention Homeland in relation to this is a crime against humanity. Homeland is absolutely superb in pretty much every aspect - This is world class garbage.
  38. Mar 28, 2016
    0
    Have watched several episodes and am so confused as to why ANYONE could think this show is anything but garbage! If this is any indication of what the FBI academy is really like...God help us. This show and the characters are more like a high school drama. Someone please have the good sense to cancel this pathetic excuse of "entertainment". The characters are so immature, the story linesHave watched several episodes and am so confused as to why ANYONE could think this show is anything but garbage! If this is any indication of what the FBI academy is really like...God help us. This show and the characters are more like a high school drama. Someone please have the good sense to cancel this pathetic excuse of "entertainment". The characters are so immature, the story lines are more about interpersonal issues and are so unbelievable!! Expand
  39. Sep 28, 2015
    2
    Decent premiere for a mainstream network show, but Priyanka Chopra is a really weak link. If only they'd picked a stronger lead, based on acting ability rather than marketing appeal.
  40. Oct 10, 2015
    1
    One word that is probably carrying this show for now. Sultry. PC has zero acting skills, she carries everything on her plastic looks, which I must admit, are amazingly beautiful. But I cannot imagine watching a whole season just for her looks. The plot is incredulous. Come on, please give us real characters and credibility, carry the show on wit and drama, not plastic barbies.
  41. AKP
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    This show is getting addictive episode by episode. I love it. It is so good to see a tv show like Quantico. That Indian actress is very beautiful, my new crush and she plays her character brilliantly.
  42. Oct 1, 2015
    5
    "Gray's Anatomy" meets "Starship Troopers" This one's for those who are young and shallow. Delivered plot lines spinning like plates in a Carnie side show, characters too shallow to relate to, and dumbed down FBI academy hi jinks. Should have been called "Quantico High." It makes "Homeland" look like English Literature. Annoyingly filmed, badly edited, and with an adolescent screenplay.
  43. Sep 28, 2015
    8
    Overall a good first episode full of twists and turns, setting up the rest of the season for reveals. Every cast member supports it really well.

    Priyanka Chopra was amazing until the last 10 mins of the show. The whole Cast shows a great promise. This seems to be a good series but can't judge it on a one good episode. Lets see what they build up further down the road. The plot seems
    Overall a good first episode full of twists and turns, setting up the rest of the season for reveals. Every cast member supports it really well.

    Priyanka Chopra was amazing until the last 10 mins of the show. The whole Cast shows a great promise.

    This seems to be a good series but can't judge it on a one good episode. Lets see what they build up further down the road. The plot seems good if they can use it well enough.
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  44. Sep 30, 2015
    10
    An amazing new series and my favorite this fall. I love this show so so much. The show's lead star is very cute and acts amazingly. A diverse cast is a strong part of the show and I think the whole cast nailed it. Can't wait for the next episode.
  45. Oct 13, 2015
    0
    The pilot was "okay", but that's about all this show has going for it. The terrible editing, combined with some really unfortunate scripts make the characters come off as shallow caricatures.
    This show could have been brilliant, but I had to turn off half way through episode 3 simply because of how unbelievable the entire show is.
  46. Oct 5, 2015
    1
    Confusing. They jump back and forth through the timeline so much, the storyline is hard to follow. Stereotypical characters. And of course the women in their FBI provided henleys have them unbuttoned right down to the cleavage. It might improve but right now--not for me.
  47. Oct 6, 2015
    1
    dee1027

    This program is very bad. She is trying to hide from the FBI ----- wearing an FBI hat and jacket!!!!! The plot is just silly with scenes that go back and forth. Please TAKE IS OFF!!!!!!
  48. Oct 5, 2015
    4
    So far so lousy. Relies on stunts and editing for its thrills, rather than any kind of real character development. The actors might be qualified but the script and direction give them very little chance to do anything but go through melodrama/stunt/repeat.
  49. Sep 29, 2015
    10
    The first episode was the best pilot in a very long time. The star of the show, Priyanka Chopra, is brilliant in the role. Supported by an incredible cast, she rocks the screen every time she appears on screen. I really loved this show.
  50. Oct 1, 2015
    10
    The best new drama of the season by a long shot. Hits all the right buttons with strong character development, action and intrigue. Sure the story has some elements of implausibility but this is fictional television at it best. Quantico is far better on every level than the wretched Blindspot on NBC which is sets a new benchmark for overwrought drama.
  51. Nov 11, 2015
    0
    Most negative reviews on here speaks the truth. Everything in this show is only skin deep, no substance, no plan. It's a brain dead version of Homeland.. And Homeland is pretty idiotic! There is nothing more I can add other than it is the worst show I have seen in very long time. Cancelled!!
  52. Oct 5, 2015
    0
    So awful, that I stared at a wall for five hours while hoping that I would get a brain aneurysm. Not talking about the show just PC, she should just come back to India, she isn't fooling anyone with that accent.

    THANK YOU! COME AGAIN!
  53. Oct 4, 2015
    6
    I think some of ABC's series these days are made based on diversity first then they'll go with the storyline. Some of them work and some don't. Quantico successfully brings even bigger diversity to TV but it lacks of character's depth and strong storyline. It is one of those show that raised a big question in the premise and you're gonna keep watching it just because you're curious toI think some of ABC's series these days are made based on diversity first then they'll go with the storyline. Some of them work and some don't. Quantico successfully brings even bigger diversity to TV but it lacks of character's depth and strong storyline. It is one of those show that raised a big question in the premise and you're gonna keep watching it just because you're curious to find out the answer no matter how bad the show is. Quantico is not necessarily a bad show, it is and okay show at best. The acting performances are okay and some of them are cringeworthy. With this premise, i think this show should better just resolved all the mysteries and questions in season 1 and not even bother to have a second season. Expand
  54. Nov 10, 2015
    7
    It may be junk, but it doesn't pretend to be anything else and is pretty well-carpentered junk. The annoying, not to mention the ridiculous, moments pass by so quickly, the editing is so punchy, and there is so much going on, that one has to acknowledge that the show has something to offer. I still have reservations about how appropriate it is to have such a light, silly, credibility-freeIt may be junk, but it doesn't pretend to be anything else and is pretty well-carpentered junk. The annoying, not to mention the ridiculous, moments pass by so quickly, the editing is so punchy, and there is so much going on, that one has to acknowledge that the show has something to offer. I still have reservations about how appropriate it is to have such a light, silly, credibility-free entertainment about domestic terrorism. But for now, I still want to find out what happens next. Expand
  55. Nov 26, 2015
    3
    This show started out OK, and was actually pretty intriguing for a few episodes. But after a while they had so many time-lines and back-stories criss-crossing back and forth that it became TOTALLY and UTTERLY incomprehensible for many of us!

    And while I'm sure that it was a lot of fun for the creators to think-up and carefully layer all those 4D jigsaw puzzle pieces, unfortunately it
    This show started out OK, and was actually pretty intriguing for a few episodes. But after a while they had so many time-lines and back-stories criss-crossing back and forth that it became TOTALLY and UTTERLY incomprehensible for many of us!

    And while I'm sure that it was a lot of fun for the creators to think-up and carefully layer all those 4D jigsaw puzzle pieces, unfortunately it wasn't AT ALL fun for many of their increasingly bemused, frustrated, and bored viewers to sit through. In short, sometimes 'less' really *is* 'more' !
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  56. Sep 29, 2015
    6
    I like the basic idea of "Quantico," and we all know ABC does mystery soaps well. That being said, the pilot wasn't great. It was OK, but not overly compelling. That could be a problem going forward. There's some potential here, but I remain a bit cautious.
  57. Dec 9, 2015
    4
    I have to say, I didn't get the mixed reviews at first, I thought the first few episodes were promising but now, 10 episodes in, I have to say I understand: it's a mediocre show.

    The plot is paper in and turns the entire FBI academy into a high school drama thing. This alone I could actually bear if the actors were actually any good but... they're not. That includes Chopra... I just
    I have to say, I didn't get the mixed reviews at first, I thought the first few episodes were promising but now, 10 episodes in, I have to say I understand: it's a mediocre show.

    The plot is paper in and turns the entire FBI academy into a high school drama thing. This alone I could actually bear if the actors were actually any good but... they're not. That includes Chopra... I just don't understand the raving reviews she's been getting over her performance on Quantico. It's got to a point where I would resort to pretty extreme messures to no longer have to listen to her whiney voice, jeses. Sure, she could probably play in a supporting role in a random TV show but actually carry it like she's supposed to do with Quantico? Please... give me a break.
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  58. Apr 7, 2016
    1
    I really had high hopes for this show. I was expecting it to be an intelligent action show that gives us some insights into the challenging FBI training. Sadly, it doesn't really deliver that. Instead the show is a disgrace for any FBI agent. I have a lot of respect for the people protecting our freedom and laws, but this show is presenting them as Barbies and Kens. It is kind of likeI really had high hopes for this show. I was expecting it to be an intelligent action show that gives us some insights into the challenging FBI training. Sadly, it doesn't really deliver that. Instead the show is a disgrace for any FBI agent. I have a lot of respect for the people protecting our freedom and laws, but this show is presenting them as Barbies and Kens. It is kind of like Quantico 90210 and that isn't a good thing.
    The story is focused on the main character (Priyanka Chopra looks attractive, but she is a sad choice for an FBI agent). The plot is confusing and mostly makes no sense. If you want to sum it up, you could say that it is an ongoing switch between action and bed scenes.
    Let's hope this doesn't get renewed!
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  59. Nov 6, 2015
    6
    The first episode set the tone and it has been all downhill since then; the constant "dual plot flashbacks" makes keeping the entire idea that this is supposedly a TRAINING CENTER for FBI agents! Unbelieveable at best - an insult to viewers at the worst! The abundance of beautiful ladies and handsome "gentlemen" is such a farce!

    The role played by JOSH HOPKINS is such a farce! He is as
    The first episode set the tone and it has been all downhill since then; the constant "dual plot flashbacks" makes keeping the entire idea that this is supposedly a TRAINING CENTER for FBI agents! Unbelieveable at best - an insult to viewers at the worst! The abundance of beautiful ladies and handsome "gentlemen" is such a farce!

    The role played by JOSH HOPKINS is such a farce! He is as much a dimwit in this role as he was in COUGAR TOWN (a role in which he played a much better dimwit!). The remainder of the cast is made up of perfect bodies sans brains. They act like robots programmed to do only a set series of tasks in spite of the imaginary skills they supposedly possess.

    I now RECORD QUANTICO so when "Happy Holiday" time rolls around and viewing is limited to reruns I can give it another shot and see if my impression thus far is tainted by my dislike of the "dual storyline" garbage. OH MY GAWD! SHE SHOT HER POPS as an example!

    The lack of reviews is likely indicative of a lack of loyal viewers. I see QUANTICO being dumped at the end of the already authorized episodes. Right now it DESERVES to be cancelled - it is THAT bad.
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  60. Jan 14, 2016
    1
    This show is painful to watch. I understand its TV, but this is the most unrealistic piece of junk ive ever seen. Throwing an uncreative "twist" or "turn" into every scene is not good writing. The characters don't feel real at all, nor do their relationship. Anyone who likes this show does not know what good television is.
  61. Jan 15, 2016
    1
    The writers just had to get cute at the end, everything pointed to the villain then at the last minute they pull that awful plot out of the air. It shows they have no respect for the audience, and poor moral character.
    To bad, if they had played honest I would have watched another season, now they couldn't pay me watch.
    I will find a rerun of something on another channel to fill this
    The writers just had to get cute at the end, everything pointed to the villain then at the last minute they pull that awful plot out of the air. It shows they have no respect for the audience, and poor moral character.
    To bad, if they had played honest I would have watched another season, now they couldn't pay me watch.
    I will find a rerun of something on another channel to fill this time slot. Hope the show tanks soon and the pitiful writing gets all the credit for the failure.
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  62. Mar 4, 2016
    6
    Priyanka Chopra is the only reason to watch this show. It lacks a good plot line, fairly predictable and sometimes boring. The only thing that saves the show and keeps the audience hooked, which is why this show is a hit, is Priyanka. She has such incredible charisma on screen and truly is a terrific actor. It's a shame it is wasted on this mediocre work but hopefully this success willPriyanka Chopra is the only reason to watch this show. It lacks a good plot line, fairly predictable and sometimes boring. The only thing that saves the show and keeps the audience hooked, which is why this show is a hit, is Priyanka. She has such incredible charisma on screen and truly is a terrific actor. It's a shame it is wasted on this mediocre work but hopefully this success will lead to better work from her in the future. Expand
  63. Sep 10, 2016
    5
    Just watched my last episode of ACBs Quantico, episode 15. A US Senator says owning a gun is a privilege not a right. Nothing can be more than the truth. Is ABC rewriting the Constitution? The second Amendment has nothing to do with hunting or sports. It's about the peoples right to defend themselves against a tyrannical Government, just like the one we have become here in America.Just watched my last episode of ACBs Quantico, episode 15. A US Senator says owning a gun is a privilege not a right. Nothing can be more than the truth. Is ABC rewriting the Constitution? The second Amendment has nothing to do with hunting or sports. It's about the peoples right to defend themselves against a tyrannical Government, just like the one we have become here in America. I man with the power to defend himself is a free, without it he is a slave to the Government. I myself will not continuing watching ABC or Disney network, the parent Company or any other of it's affiliates. I am still a free man, they can't force me to watch. Liberals and progressives will be the downfall of America. Even a blind Democrat can see that. Expand
  64. May 30, 2016
    5
    I really hope the real trainees at the FBI are smarter than the ones on TV, cause these characters are complete idiots. Terrible show with terrible scenes with terrible actors
  65. Jul 18, 2017
    9
    Last year, Quantico debuted on ABC with an incredible story line and a new action star for the next millennium. The show was so innovative and original, that it jumped quickly to the top of the ratings and was easily renewed. ABC thought the show was strong enough that it could draw viewers on any night, in any time slot, but they couldn't be more wrong. Quantico's first season was one ofLast year, Quantico debuted on ABC with an incredible story line and a new action star for the next millennium. The show was so innovative and original, that it jumped quickly to the top of the ratings and was easily renewed. ABC thought the show was strong enough that it could draw viewers on any night, in any time slot, but they couldn't be more wrong. Quantico's first season was one of the best seasons of television I've ever seen, but it was the kind of story that left many viewers questioning, what else could they possibly do afterwards?

    In only it's second season, Quantico set two television records. The first, saw the biggest drop in rating ever between a first season and a second. The second, saw the show renewed for a third season, as it had some of the highest DVR and on demand numbers of any show ever! Quantico was renewed based solely on DVR and on demand numbers, something that is unheard of and as little as five years ago never would have happened.

    The series started with a bang, a big one, as terrorist blew up New York's Penn Station and immediately blamed for it, an FBI agent of middle eastern decent, Alex Parrish (Priyanka Chopra). She's an introverted person, and she knows she's been set up, by the only people who could have, one of her classmates from her time at the FBI academy at Quantico, she graduated from a year earlier. From there, each episode is a mix of Alex on the run in real time, trying to figure out who set her up and flashbacks to her time at the academy, showing her interacting with her classmates as she tries to remember anything she may have missed.

    TV shows just aren't written this well, it just doesn't happen, and when it does, it's usually in a ten episode cable series. I have never seen a network show that was this clever and gripping. Aside from the writing, Bollywood star, Priyanka Chopra, made the leap to Hollywood in a way that hasn't been done before. While Bollywood is just as big as Hollywood, it's biggest stars have never enjoyed the same success stateside, until now. She was beyond impressive and regardless of what happens with Quantico, has a bright future ahead of her.

    Season two just started streaming and it's next up on my list, but like many, I am beyond curious about what could possibly happen next. For better or worse, the mystery was solved in season one, at least that's what we believe. What could possibly be left for season two? We saw them graduate the academy and we saw the end of the case, supposedly (I'm still a bit skeptical), where does the series go for here. Quantico always struck me as that series that was one hell of an idea, but if it succeeded, and it did, how does one keep the story going and keep it going with the same intensity? Similar shows with big ideas and tremendous first seasons like The Killing, The Riches, Under The Dome, and Wayward Pines quickly fizzled out. Will that ultimately be the fate of Quantico, or will it stand the test of time?
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  66. Jan 11, 2016
    5
    "Quantico's" premise is pretty straight forward. Newbie FBI agent Alex Parrish is framed for a bombing that killed hundreds of people. Against all odds, Alex must prove her innocence. I initially enjoyed the show. The eye candy was great. Are no ugly people recruited by the FBI? The flash forward forward structure worked well. Each week we got a new reveal about a core character. Here's"Quantico's" premise is pretty straight forward. Newbie FBI agent Alex Parrish is framed for a bombing that killed hundreds of people. Against all odds, Alex must prove her innocence. I initially enjoyed the show. The eye candy was great. Are no ugly people recruited by the FBI? The flash forward forward structure worked well. Each week we got a new reveal about a core character. Here's where the show lost me though:

    22 episodes is just too many to spend on one story. Yes, I know this is how the Big 3 Networks typically operate. ("Quantico" airs on ABC.) This forces the show to slow down the pace to a molasses crawl and make a number of filler episodes.

    The characters are grating on my nerves. I'm seriously tired of Simon at this point. First he was gay (which was a lie). Then he was in the Israeli army. Then he says he didnt actually kill anyone. However, he did plant two fake bombs in New York (one under a synagogue and one under a mosque) as a way to to get both parties in dialogue. Someone then detonated his bombs. Say what? That's the stupidest story I've heard of.

    Caleb also seriously irritates me. My money is still on him as the actual bomber. But to be honest, I just don't care anymore. Sorry, NATs! After 11 episodes of "Quantico" I'm out.
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  67. Aug 8, 2017
    1
    Well in the last episode of the second season, their plan they were working on for three months was discovered, because the place they were meeting was bugged. They then go on to come up with a new plan in the same room. I hate this show, so much. But I still have seen every episode, because I have to know how things end. But it is a really really really bad show. "Super spy" Alex wouldWell in the last episode of the second season, their plan they were working on for three months was discovered, because the place they were meeting was bugged. They then go on to come up with a new plan in the same room. I hate this show, so much. But I still have seen every episode, because I have to know how things end. But it is a really really really bad show. "Super spy" Alex would have died 100x over if this was real life. Expand
  68. Sep 4, 2016
    2
    I created an account so that I could write a little about this show.
    It is absolutely awful. I could not even get to evaluating the plot because of how distractingly bad the rest of the writing is. I don't think I have ever heard worse banter between characters. They all sound like they have sticks up their ass, in a way that I cannot help but think the writers did not intend. And to all
    I created an account so that I could write a little about this show.
    It is absolutely awful. I could not even get to evaluating the plot because of how distractingly bad the rest of the writing is. I don't think I have ever heard worse banter between characters. They all sound like they have sticks up their ass, in a way that I cannot help but think the writers did not intend. And to all those people saying this show has a PC agenda: if it does, it is wholly failing to carry it out. Characters often reference lots of things that are PC in ways that are over the top, insensitive, and sound ridiculous; certainly not PC, but it really does seem that the writers are actually trying to make their characters come off as aware and PC: Not working, writers.
    I hope the writers of this show stop writing it immediately. The characters are attractive, so that is nice, and it might have a plot that could be entertaining but not original if the rest of the writing (and acting) wasn't so bad, but that's about it.
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  69. Oct 4, 2016
    5
    I really liked season 1. As the plot was interesting, I ignored some of the issues others have noted, e.g. excessive jumping back and forth along the time line, actors way too good looking including an ex miss universe, etc.

    Then came season 2. Saw two episodes, and its too recycled for my taste. The main characters are in six months of training (just like season 1), they are suspecting
    I really liked season 1. As the plot was interesting, I ignored some of the issues others have noted, e.g. excessive jumping back and forth along the time line, actors way too good looking including an ex miss universe, etc.

    Then came season 2. Saw two episodes, and its too recycled for my taste. The main characters are in six months of training (just like season 1), they are suspecting their co-trainees (just like season 1), their supervisor co-operates with the terrorists (too close to season 1), and the terrorists are all former agents (just like mission impossible: rogue nation). And more of the tiring jumping back and forth along the time line.

    I'll skip the deja vu feeling, and watch something else.
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  70. Nov 15, 2016
    3
    The second season of this show has become so over-the-top I can't stand it. Waste of good talent. It's just not smartly done anymore. It's like the writers were like, "sh**, we got renewed!! Now what?!!!"
  71. Feb 13, 2017
    7
    unpredictable twist.. too much drama,, it would be more interesting if the drama is a little lesser... priyanka is absolutely stunning and sexy (#OOT) ;)
    unfortunately season 2 is not much different plot than the first season
  72. Aug 23, 2017
    10
    Just finished watching the Finale last week and it was a tear jerker moment when Ryan joined the woman he loves to run for their lives. It's just heartbreaking Alex is forced to betray her country.
  73. Nov 2, 2017
    10
    It was such a good one and I really liked the way they acted. The cast was really awesome, and everybody looks so perfect on their roles (especially Priyanka Chopra). I had a great time watching this.
  74. Jan 26, 2018
    0
    Because Of Priyanka Chopra I quit to watch the show - could you please Replace her- with a proper or any other Decent actress- don't get it why hollywood take her in- when she already turn flop in India and couldn't find any good movie due to her - dirty acting - and she entered in quantize and ruined entire episode .
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 25
  2. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Reviewed by: Tim Grierson
    Sep 28, 2015
    50
    For a show about highly trained, incredibly intelligent agents, Quantico’s pilot often succumbs to lame-brained plotting and a less-than-convincing portrayal of its specialized milieu.
  2. Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Sep 28, 2015
    70
    Quantico is slick enough, and well-enough cast, to probably keep a good-sized audience watching.
  3. Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    Sep 28, 2015
    70
    Prior to the ludicrous escape, the pilot had done an admirable job keeping up the pacing, the interest and certainly the excitement level. That alone should get you to watch the second episode.