Raines

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 15, 2007
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 65 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 65
  3. Negative: 5 out of 65
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  1. KealanB
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    It bothers me that many of the reviews above draw comparisons with THE GHOST WHISPERER, and mention a cop who "sees ghosts" when in fact he's imagining the victim. This is evident in the way the victims change in appearance, disposition etc. the more he learns about them. I think Goldblum is perfectly cast, and the interplay between him and Craven is superb. This show deserves a It bothers me that many of the reviews above draw comparisons with THE GHOST WHISPERER, and mention a cop who "sees ghosts" when in fact he's imagining the victim. This is evident in the way the victims change in appearance, disposition etc. the more he learns about them. I think Goldblum is perfectly cast, and the interplay between him and Craven is superb. This show deserves a renewal, or indeed a full season, but unfortunately it may be a little too kitschy for prime time, and the move to the Friday Night Death Slot certainly doesn't help matters. It would be a shame to see it canceled.… Expand
  2. JohnE
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    Fresh, absorbing, funny. Goldblum is brilliant.
  3. VixianaW
    May 8, 2007
    10
    I don't have a TV, but every Friday night I go to a friends house to watch this show. I usually stay for L&O, but this is the one that caught me. Jeff is fabulously Jeff, the supporting players are brilliantly cast, it's slightly spooky, they wear reasonable clothes (but I do suggest a crossover with the Ghost Whisper girl and those dominatrix boots) and it's thoughtful and I don't have a TV, but every Friday night I go to a friends house to watch this show. I usually stay for L&O, but this is the one that caught me. Jeff is fabulously Jeff, the supporting players are brilliantly cast, it's slightly spooky, they wear reasonable clothes (but I do suggest a crossover with the Ghost Whisper girl and those dominatrix boots) and it's thoughtful and intelligent. I hope it returns for the fall season. Otherwise it's Fellini movies and season 3 of 24 for us.… Expand
  4. PW
    Mar 23, 2007
    10
    I've only seen two of these, but the writing is deft, the acting is tops, and the wit is dry. I find this serious VERY enjoyable. Look forward to more.
  5. CeceliaG
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    I am so tired of CSIs and Law and Order shows. This one is different and Jeff Goldblum's acting and the supporting cast really make it interesting. I am really unhappy there are only seven episodes. This really needs to be on NBCs schedule.
  6. DonM
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    Great show. Needs a little "Colombo" flavoring to include car, coat, hair, sloppiness, dog, girl friend
  7. ElizabethH
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    Well written, good acting. Jeff Goldblum plays Raines perfectly. This is a show with heart and substance. We look forward to watching it each week -- please keep them coming.
  8. RayG
    Apr 8, 2007
    10
    jeff goldblum is very "raymond chandleresque" in raines. the stories are good and are treated a little bit differently due to the "talk to urself" premise. i think it works and i think jeff goldblum is better in this than he was in jurasic park
  9. [Anonymous]
    Apr 9, 2007
    10
    Its really good
  10. RobertL
    May 4, 2007
    10
    I like this show. No bad laguage and fun to watch. Hope to see a lot more of this show.
  11. CandaceC
    Mar 30, 2007
    10
    Wow! What a great show! Jeff Goldblum is in his game. There is a old black and white detective movie feel to the show, while using humor and suspense to draw you in to the story. Goldblum shows his captivating talent every show.
  12. MNelson
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    Great show with wonderful acting and great writing.
  13. VickyN
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    Realy different. Very Jeff Goldblum...confused, yet extremely intelligent.
  14. JamieL.
    May 21, 2007
    10
    This show is incredibly intelligent, not to mention well acted and scripted. I would definitely like to see NBC renew it for the Fall '07.
  15. Joyce
    May 20, 2007
    10
    It's too bad it wasn't renewed. I hope another network picks it up.
  16. BetsyZ
    May 3, 2007
    10
    Please keep this show alive. What a treat on Friday night, after the work week, to have Jeff Goldblum ... the great writing, his great acting, the great situation he is in ... to look forward to!
  17. ElaineR
    May 4, 2007
    10
    love it...........
  18. pamh.
    Aug 26, 2007
    10
    awesome show - intriguing - something unique! please please please renew it!
  19. jacquelinew
    Mar 15, 2007
    10
    Personally i love the show it was interesting, and i love watching malik yoba, and jeff was good also. it have drama, mystery and comedy a great mixture.keep it coming
  20. LisaD
    Mar 15, 2007
    10
    Quirky, funny, thoughtfully done. Loved Jeff Goldblum ...as usual he is brilliant!!!!!!
  21. MackenzieP
    Mar 19, 2007
    10
    I loved the wit and emotion demonstrated by Raines. There were laugh out loud moments and also a couple that left me really choked up. I also loved the occasional scene which played on detective show tropes, particularly the scene with the Townhouse Motel owner! Mime makeup, indeed. :-)
  22. BillL
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    hats off and cudos to writers, directors and the unbelievable Jeff Goldblum, for a great, cuttine edge tv suspense drama. acting very "now" and interesting. good work.
  23. RenA
    Apr 28, 2007
    10
    Jeff Goldblum is credible and incredible. I reallly hope the show gets renewed! Any rough spots can be tweaked (remember the first season of Seinfeld?) and this one's worth staying with.
  24. JulieA.
    May 12, 2007
    10
    I love the show because of the uniqueness. I find it fascinating, touching, amusing with an Einstein level of genius.
  25. TomP
    May 12, 2007
    10
    Great stories. Great vehicle for Goldblum! Each victim gets great character developement, a suprise since we only see them for the one episode.
  26. AnneB.
    Jun 28, 2007
    10
    Please bring back Raines! Jeff Goldblum is as outstanding as usual and the story lines and acting offer an alternative to the inane reality shows. As it is, Goldblum is dealing with his own kind of reality show! Interesting writing and twists and turns.
  27. jeans.
    Jul 16, 2007
    10
    Raines is such an interesting show. Would love it if NBC would renew this show.
  28. EzekielS
    Apr 30, 2007
    9
    Jeff Goldblum plays the part perfectly and its gutsy and refreshing to see a show that does not go ultra violent like Law and Order/CSI etc. and at the same time decided to not go supernatural. Further, the show focuses on the positive, what it menas to be alive... instead of how weird can we dream up somebody being killed. Hard for me to catchit on Fridays, I hope it finds a new night Jeff Goldblum plays the part perfectly and its gutsy and refreshing to see a show that does not go ultra violent like Law and Order/CSI etc. and at the same time decided to not go supernatural. Further, the show focuses on the positive, what it menas to be alive... instead of how weird can we dream up somebody being killed. Hard for me to catchit on Fridays, I hope it finds a new night next season.… Expand
  29. JeanM.
    May 17, 2007
    9
    Well-written, well-acted shows are not all that plentiful - I sincerely hope 'Raines' returns next season, and is not elbowed aside by another awful, awful 'reality' series.
  30. SusanL.
    Mar 1, 2008
    9
    "I see dead people." Crime victims, that is. Nobody does smart flakiness like Jeff Goldblum. I hope they bring it back.
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Awards & Rankings

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#59 Best TV Season of 2007
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#34 Most Discussed TV Season of 2007

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
57

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 26
  3. Negative: 4 out of 26
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Alynda Wheat
    42
    [It] makes Los Angeles look as dreary and sluggish as Goldblum's performance. [16 Mar 2007, p.65]
  2. Orlando Sentinel
    Reviewed by: Hal Boedeker
    50
    An average, unoriginal series.
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  3. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    60
    As close-ended procedurals go, "Raines" certainly offers an intriguing hook, but I'm not sure it's one with much staying power.
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