Scorpion

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 22, 2014
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
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5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 268 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 144 out of 268
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 268
  3. Negative: 86 out of 268
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  1. lbolen
    Jan 12, 2015
    10
    Series about a think-tank of geniuses, excellent production, great writing and very believable acting makes for an excellent series in my book! There hasn't been a single episode so far where I've actually rolled my eyes...and I'm usually fairly hard to impress!
  2. Ariadne
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    Awesome. We totally loved it. Lots of action, and a nice bunch of characters that each have their challenges. No one of them is the infallible hero type. They are heroes because they use their talents to help others.

    Anyway why can't a 'bunch of nerds' be the leads in a show, it worked for Big Bang Theory.
  3. m0rb
    Nov 25, 2014
    10
    I am shocked by this ratings!

    seriously, I do like this show... a lot. it's pretty funny and interesting. it's something else, not your usual TV crime series, not another detective or CSI show.

    would rate it 8, but in face of these low ratings, I go full 10/10 to even the overall score out a little bit!
  4. CinaOpus
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    Normally, I agree with the critic reviews. However, based on the pilot this show was a 10. Don't know why we view this show so differently. It does have the possibility of becoming mundane, but if they have complex problems to solve every week, and not your crime of the week, it could be great.
  5. Boongabongava
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    It's a shame to see such low reviews. No, not everyone likes the same shows. Many people say they don't like the "nerd talk" or "geek speak" and that they don't understand it. So what do they do? They come to the Internet of course, where people insecure about their intelligence resort back to high school days where they pick on the smart kids. People are afraid of things they don't knowIt's a shame to see such low reviews. No, not everyone likes the same shows. Many people say they don't like the "nerd talk" or "geek speak" and that they don't understand it. So what do they do? They come to the Internet of course, where people insecure about their intelligence resort back to high school days where they pick on the smart kids. People are afraid of things they don't know so they try to hide from it by making fun of it and shaming other people that like it. People need to give things a chance. If you don't like something then you can move along quietly and try not to ruin it for everyone else. Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to make fun of everything you don't like. You may dislike it, you may feel an utmost hatred against it, you can just walk away. For others, the smart and the socially awkward, things like this show give us a sense of belonging, a feeling of hope and joy, a home away from stupidity, and most importantly something we can relate to that makes us realize that we aren't alone, we aren't outcasts, we aren't trash, we.. are people, we.. have feelings, we.. are better than you but don't constantly remind you of your stupidity, we.. are the people that build the things that allow you to say how stupid we are, so stop acting like you're 12 and learn to respect the people that make your lives great even though you may not see it, and even though you may not like us, a little bit of kindness and lack of stupidity can go a long way in someone 's life and make the world a better place. Have a nice day to those who make a difference, including everyone involved in Scorpion.
    - One scorpion may be weak but a cyclone is strong.    … Expand
  6. retrdsecretary
    Oct 5, 2014
    10
    I like it. I love anything to do with geniuses improbable or not, particularly when it is based on someone's life as it is the case in this show. I found the show entertaining, the team endearing, the background story touching, I have DVR'd the following shows and seen the second and liked it as well. I cannot imagine the series lasting a long time, but long enough to make me happy. Thank you
  7. sam_windsor
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    great show , some of the " reviews" pissed me off thu. if the person reviewing think there was 2 much tech jargons, just for the scripts says "router" and "auto backup" , this show is not for you , you more likely watch kim k and honnybobobo , enjoy your stupidity for ever .
    Great show based on a great man life story , finally tv show this generation can watch , keep the good work
  8. dcline414
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    Complex characters, dynamic character interactions, fast plot pacing, great scripting and solid production quality—overall my favorite new show in at least the last five years.
  9. touchton
    Oct 6, 2014
    10
    Loved this show. Great character development in the first two episodes. Sure some predictable moments, but it's based enough on the true life of the lead character to be intriguing (so if you are negative about it, I would say you haven't done any research). Stay with this one, it's going to be a sleeper if you don't like it now.
  10. twotaul
    Oct 29, 2014
    10
    Whatever happened to suspending belief for and hour each week? It's a semi-comedy guys. There's nothing off the wall here that hasn't been done a million times on CSI. I'm sure the writers didn't intend it but Walter is the least likeable character of the bunch. Katherine McPhee for limited acting experience does a pretty good job. Jadyn Wong? Are you kidding me. A chick welder. - that'sWhatever happened to suspending belief for and hour each week? It's a semi-comedy guys. There's nothing off the wall here that hasn't been done a million times on CSI. I'm sure the writers didn't intend it but Walter is the least likeable character of the bunch. Katherine McPhee for limited acting experience does a pretty good job. Jadyn Wong? Are you kidding me. A chick welder. - that's hot. Not to mention she has one of the sexiest voices on the tube. Have we forgotten "Flashdance?" And I forgot completely that "Finch" - Eddie Kaye Thomas - probably still goes home to do his business. The characters fit, they are likeable and quirky. Clue: Batman, Man from U.N.C.L.E., and James Bond were fun. Geeeez, lighten up and live a little. You might be able to split an atom by the end of season one.… Expand
  11. skbxo
    Nov 9, 2014
    10
    I agree that the pilot was terrible but I love this show because it serves its purpose which is escape from reality. It's also probably not good that the show pretty much has a happy ending every episode but I kinda like that. That's why this show is unique.
  12. Mluca166
    Nov 10, 2014
    10
    I absolutely love this show!! I don't understand why other people dislike it... yes it may be a bit crazy and over the top at some points, but that's what makes it great! I think the characters are well casted and I think the plots of each episode are engaging. I like the fact that half the things that happen are impossible... Not everything has to be true and no one said anything aboutI absolutely love this show!! I don't understand why other people dislike it... yes it may be a bit crazy and over the top at some points, but that's what makes it great! I think the characters are well casted and I think the plots of each episode are engaging. I like the fact that half the things that happen are impossible... Not everything has to be true and no one said anything about the show being reality! Overall I think this is a great show nd I hope it makes it to its second season!… Expand
  13. iargue
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    Its honestly a terrible shame to see zero's for this tv show. This is a fantastic show that has it's own flaws, but also have plenty of things that easily make up for what it lakes.

    Writing: The writing is simultaneously extremely good and extremely bad. As far as writing out smart characters, they do a terrible job. Its almost as if you're looking at someone who is repeating a fact    Its honestly a terrible shame to see zero's for this tv show. This is a fantastic show that has it's own flaws, but also have plenty of things that easily make up for what it lakes.

    Writing: The writing is simultaneously extremely good and extremely bad. As far as writing out smart characters, they do a terrible job. Its almost as if you're looking at someone who is repeating a fact that they read "Ah, it says here that the smartest people in the world are socially inept" and so they have their characters talk about being socially inept every episode, without actually showing it.

    On the other hand though, it excels at creating unique situations, and having them solve those problems. Sometimes they reach extra far to include the skills of everyone on the team for every problem, but overall its entertaining, provides happy feelings, and a solid story. More then enough to ask for from a tv show.

    Acting: The acting is believable but not over the top. Don't expect all-star performances, but it's certainly better then 50% of what it currently on tv, and it won't distract you from following the show

    Filming: The filming is on the higher end of things. They actually capture the action and what is happening, rather then diluting the plot with stupid special effects. You can always follow the story without having to deal with the nonsense of the filming.

    In reality, I would only rate this show an 8.5, and not a 10. But after reading the nonsense in the multiple Zero's posted, I feel as though it needs a 10 just to balance out the stupidity of the other reviews. I would recommend watching more than the pilot episode before making your decision, and I would recommend not attempting to judge the tv show on their jargon/interpretation of intelligence (You will never find a show that does a good job)    … Expand
  14. nang
    Nov 25, 2014
    10
    This is a great show--please don't quit watching, because it keeps getting better. The characters may have been a little stiff at first, but they are supposed to be, remember? They are awkward geniuses, duh. The characters are growing, we're learning more about them, and we genuinely care about them. Each episode reveals a bit more of their personality and back story. Latest episode,This is a great show--please don't quit watching, because it keeps getting better. The characters may have been a little stiff at first, but they are supposed to be, remember? They are awkward geniuses, duh. The characters are growing, we're learning more about them, and we genuinely care about them. Each episode reveals a bit more of their personality and back story. Latest episode, Talismans, was great! This is a show that is actually family friendly and fun.… Expand
  15. Norfalk
    Jan 4, 2015
    10
    Love this show. My only problem with the show is the disgusting portrayal of the character with MS. It's just insulting. I know a few people with MS and they are far FAR worse off and still don't lean on the "I'm dying" crutch every chance they get.
  16. carolinelngbg
    Jan 4, 2015
    10
    I love it, I am obsessed! The characters are lovely and the plot is not bad at all. Sometimes a tad bit unrealistic, but still very enjoyable! I don't understand it at all why people give it such a bad rep. I for one love this show and will continue to watch it. Once you get into it, you will love it too!
  17. madz100
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    Love the plot, the actors are great, and it's such a contrast to anything else being aired on TV right now.
    Incredible show; certainly a favourite. My advice would be to definitely continue watching as I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised.
    Each episode is fast paced, story-lines (although sometimes expected) are intriguing, and the whole bringing down criminals/saving people aspect is    Love the plot, the actors are great, and it's such a contrast to anything else being aired on TV right now.
    Incredible show; certainly a favourite. My advice would be to definitely continue watching as I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised.
    Each episode is fast paced, story-lines (although sometimes expected) are intriguing, and the whole bringing down criminals/saving people aspect is unique to this concept. To put it simply: this show leaves you impatiently waiting for the next episode to be released. 10/10 without a doubt. Best show on TV right now.    … Expand
  18. cindyb
    Apr 28, 2015
    10
    I love this show! It has some of everything. I hope to see season 2. I am so tired of the vampires, zombies, war shows. I work with computers and even though some of this stuff seems unreal; give the kids today a few years and it will be closer to reality than we want to admit.
  19. DanaL
    Apr 28, 2015
    10
    I love this show. It isn't mindless or stupid and that is a nice change of pace. I just found this show and am looking forward to getting caught up on it. I hope they keep this one going. Thank you!
  20. kitzman01
    May 18, 2015
    10
    This show is amazing and the characters are portrayed by very talented actors. I love this show. I'm disgusted with the "Critics" and why they have so many mixed reviews on this show. Do they even take interest in this genre of a show? Do they even know what the hell they are talking about? Did they even give the show a try? Every time I watch this show, it sucks me right in.
  21. mma4ym
    May 22, 2015
    10
    I love this show and Walter's character seems so real. I can relate to him. He acts like such a jerk and has no clue on why people are offended by him. Page is a great communicator. Page and Walter together are opposites and they are definitely attracted. The whole teach of geniuses are over the top in there phobias which makes the show fun and interesting.
  22. akhil141197
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    The show brings all the experiences a genius must face in this world and the show has shown it with excellence. I would love to have the show renewed for a third season.
  23. dhett1214
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    I am reading these reviews and cannot believe 1/2 of them. Did you actually get into the show or just watch one episode and decide this s**ks? If so - give it another chance. The characters/actors are amazing. The story lines are awesome - this is definitely a unique show with a cast of characters like no other. If you are those type of people that say - ok - watch the pilot- ok itI am reading these reviews and cannot believe 1/2 of them. Did you actually get into the show or just watch one episode and decide this s**ks? If so - give it another chance. The characters/actors are amazing. The story lines are awesome - this is definitely a unique show with a cast of characters like no other. If you are those type of people that say - ok - watch the pilot- ok it stinks..then don't give a review. Your idiots. And BTW - season 2 is the BEST. Get over yourselves - open your minds and really give this a try...if not - your loss....but this show is awesome.… Expand
  24. TienDucNham
    Jan 8, 2016
    10
    am shocked by the ratings

    In fact, I love this show. it's pretty funny and interesting. Seems like not many people like this series but this is my best.
  25. DarlingNikki
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    It's different from other shows, more science and math related content. THey use it to solve their problems, and I love the characters. I have enjoyed watching every episode so far. Hopefully it stays on the air for a few seasons !
  26. BlackyE1128
    Oct 20, 2017
    10
    There is a lot of fiction there; however I like the loyalty, care and team work. I did not like much when Page was acting bad with Walter, going out with Tim, finally things change for the best, wondering when is going to be the continue of the the show. I think still have more to give.
  27. Bench
    Feb 20, 2018
    10
    It's great. It includes a lot of math, physics and science content, and a lot of people enjoy that. Their adventures are unique and entertaining. Every episode brings something new for you to watch and relax. It's an amazing show and I hope it stays on for as long as possible. The characters are fun and cool, they make some good jokes. They're also geniuses, which makes it even better to watch.
  28. chrysbenedictus
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    To my opinion, this tv show lacks popularity !
    If I'm not mistaken, only 8% of the US population watched this.
    And only 5% in France ! The episodes are well done, we don't get bored watching any of them. The characters truly evolve from the beginning until the end of the show. This tv show has lots of funny moments and funny replies : We can't have both else where. What a pity !    To my opinion, this tv show lacks popularity !
    If I'm not mistaken, only 8% of the US population watched this.
    And only 5% in France !

    The episodes are well done, we don't get bored watching any of them.
    The characters truly evolve from the beginning until the end of the show.

    This tv show has lots of funny moments and funny replies : We can't have both else where. What a pity ! For instance, the characters disguise themselves so that they solve an issue. The jokes are always teasing another character and are appropriate. In most cases, a character's statement is going to be disproved right after it's been stated; i.e. "I can assure you that nothing's going to explode !" and "kaboom", right after the sentence, sthg goes off !

    It was very pleasant to get to know several actors and actresses we didn't know existed; all of them are very talented. Of course, one might have heard the name Robert Patrick before? Sure I did since I simply love Doggett's part in the X files (I deeply miss him in the last 2 seasons of the XF, btw).

    What's striking in this tv show is that it's action-centered, still it's still (somewhat) realistic or coherent. May I remind you that everything we can see on screen is based on the real Walter O'Brien's company and experiences (of course, details have been changed) like names, dates, locations, but the fact did happen).

    What appealed to me most, I guess, was the fact that this tv show didn't stage any violence. On the contrary, we focus on problem-solving, problematic issues, as well as character's progress.

    One of the scarcest tv shows which is actually family-friendly.

    On top of that, the show has lots of good intentions.

    Ever since I watched the 1st episode on tv, I've been a fanboy (xd).
    Of course, as one can easily understand, I deeply and bitterly regret CBS brutally stopped the show (so no season 5 even though the real Walter O'Brien had 25 years of stories, adventures etc to inject in the show... What a pity, what a waste... 25 years of team , I'd definitely say "SO SAY WE ALL !", it's another tv show)
    And by the way, the real Walter O'Brien got involved in the show's creation process.
    I'm so disappointed that I even decided to boycott CBS from now on !

    Indeed, this tv show focuses on a group of geniuses,
    but, don't worry, the character's chattings are neither too specialised nor too long.

    Unlike many other shows, all main characters are interesting, and one doesn't outshine the other. All the 6 characters are compatible.

    I don't even know if this tv show claims it but it's also a wonderful ode to diversity :
    On the 6 main charactes, 1 / 3rd are females.
    1 recurring character is quite old,
    1 second role is a child,
    in this 1 / 3rd female casting, we have 1 Asian woman (let's keep things at a simple level).
    And, eventually, 1 of the 4 recurring males is obese.
    The main message conveyed by this show, I think, is : Don't judge a book on its cover, but judge the others on their intellectual skills (nice warning and reminder so that we accept the others, eventually !!).

    A very friendly and easy-to-talk-to fanbase on social medias.
    There are also tons of fan fictions on the net too.

    I quite like the staff roll music, which is remixed several times throughout the seasons.

    It's a one-of-a-kind tv show I've been honored and pleased to watch, from the beginning until the prematured end of it !
    Thank you all for doing such a great work and show !!
    And thank you, for reading such a big review !!    … Expand
  29. Frankzen
    Mar 12, 2019
    10
    Despite of bending various facts quite to an extreme, it is a pleasant watch, as the feelings between uncommon type of people is the real center of attraction here. Really good acting and plot.
  30. jseph1234
    Nov 26, 2014
    9
    I have to say I am really enjoying this series. I love the variety of challenges that they face. That they solve the problems using a wide range of disciplines, from computer Science, psychology, engineering and just ol' guts and detective work, the show works for me.
  31. Sibila
    Sep 23, 2014
    9
    The pilot episode was awesome! Want more :) The characters are very interesting. I think that over the time the situations that they will be put in will also be more realistic. For now, this is very fine with me.
  32. Brainiacmaniac
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    This is extremely entertaining. Some people are looking for extreme accuracy.....come on people it's a TV show. If you are looking for accuracy get another Degree. It's just entertainment and my opinion is let's see some more seasons.
  33. Hollowman0212
    Dec 8, 2014
    9
    This is a great series, and I really love the characters and conflict, but there is one nuance that I wold like to see fixed. In the credits there are Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) closing tags without opening tags. I realize this is a very nit picky thing to notice, and it is more than likely just for visual effect, but it does bother me and I would like to see it changed. A simpleThis is a great series, and I really love the characters and conflict, but there is one nuance that I wold like to see fixed. In the credits there are Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) closing tags without opening tags. I realize this is a very nit picky thing to notice, and it is more than likely just for visual effect, but it does bother me and I would like to see it changed. A simple fix such as "Justin Lin" placed centered on top of each other - similar to what it looks like now - would make some sort of sense.… Expand
  34. Nikanony
    Dec 26, 2014
    9
    It's very fun to watch. Sure, they tend to use given "formulas" but it's still enjoyable. Some critics should chill a little, just get a popcorn, and enjoy the ride. I'm just wondering WHEN will Ralph get to help in one of their cases.
  35. Emily3
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Their needs to be a second series!! I love this show! They may say they are really smart but they seem to kinda getting dumber every time! Please bring it back!!… Expand
  36. jlizada
    Sep 23, 2014
    8
    Scorpion is an over the top nerdy procedural but I’m buying it. Admittedly there's a great deal of suspension of disbelief that's required for this show but somehow they paced it really well.

    The characters are interesting. Sure, they're like the geniuses of Big Bang but I think there's something fresh about putting these geniuses in a serious setting with unrealistic situations. I    Scorpion is an over the top nerdy procedural but I’m buying it. Admittedly there's a great deal of suspension of disbelief that's required for this show but somehow they paced it really well.

    The characters are interesting. Sure, they're like the geniuses of Big Bang but I think there's something fresh about putting these geniuses in a serious setting with unrealistic situations. I don't know why but it's super entertaining!

    I'm looking forward to more from this show.    … Expand
  37. gio619
    Sep 23, 2014
    8
    The show was everything it was designed to be, flash, over the top and fun to watch. Although there isn't a recognisable star actor i'm not that bothered by it. I look forward to seeing what the writers can come up with next....
  38. Monya84
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    After numerous seasons of mediocrity on television, I am happy to have found Scorpion. I usually enjoy action based shows, but am sick of the typical police dramas that seem to have occupied the airwaves. Scorpion manages to put a bunch of 'geniuses' together in a show I look forward to on a weekly basis.
  39. gabrielle1
    Oct 28, 2014
    8
    I was excited for this show and its concept. Was a bit concerned for its success after the first couple episodes. I feel the actors have found their characters sense and am really enjoying the show. Also, Katherine McPhee seems much more comfortable in this role than on 'Smash'.
  40. Lochnivar
    Dec 2, 2014
    8
    If you are expecting a realistic show, Scorpion is not the show for you. However, I like the plot and the characters. The characters can be a little overdone, but they certainly fit the proverbial role they are designed as in the group.
  41. TheIrishGoat
    Jan 10, 2015
    8
    The negative reviews on this new show are ridiculous. It's not the best show ever, but it's intriguing, quirky, fun, and a little intense at times. I really enjoy it.
  42. RTP
    Jan 20, 2015
    8
    Scorpion could of been a great show.. But now with Drew causing problems the show is quickly going down hill. If he causes any real problems the show is history..
  43. mlc
    Feb 11, 2015
    8
    Really enjoy watching the distinct personalities of these genius agents. Although, an unlikely story, it is just fun to watch. The idea of a genius child, who needs someone to understand him is a reality. Each character has a lot left to be developed and the story could go far with good writing I look forward to seeing where it goes
  44. moviecube
    Dec 4, 2015
    8
    I have read somewhere about the real Walter O'Brien and in my opinion he is a total fake. But I'm not gonna go there, instead I'm going to praise the series and tell you that they are entertaining. I mean yeah, everybody would like to see a genius with a high level IQ that hacks his way out of every situation. Oh yeah, and I absolutely loved the scene where he drives the car at top speedI have read somewhere about the real Walter O'Brien and in my opinion he is a total fake. But I'm not gonna go there, instead I'm going to praise the series and tell you that they are entertaining. I mean yeah, everybody would like to see a genius with a high level IQ that hacks his way out of every situation. Oh yeah, and I absolutely loved the scene where he drives the car at top speed and hacks the laptop - absolutely genius. If there was a thing called hack-fu (parallel to gun-fu), the series would be full with it.… Expand
  45. pastorkevin
    Jan 8, 2016
    8
    This is simply fun entertainment... love reading the naysayers who really want to stop the rest of us having some fun.. Is this show supposed to be taken seriously? They seem to think so - the rest of us just relax and enjoy each new adventure.
  46. hornysoul
    Sep 21, 2018
    8
    A primeira temporada é muito boa. Inclui muito conteúdo de matemática, física e ciência, e muitas pessoas gostam disso. Eu, pessoalmente, não gosto, mas diverti-me imenso. As aventuras destes génios são únicas e inesperadas. Cada episódio traz algo novo e os personagens são divertidos e entretêm, até porque eles fazem algumas boas piadas.
  47. SwarleyStinson
    Oct 8, 2014
    7
    Scorpion is one of those shows that you know is bad, but its actually just good to watch. There's a lot of things that are just dumb and you just think 'nope' and there are a lot of things that sound kinda dumb and you think 'that's probably not right' but you don't know enough about it to be sure, so you can just go with it. There are things that you think about afterwards and think 'yehScorpion is one of those shows that you know is bad, but its actually just good to watch. There's a lot of things that are just dumb and you just think 'nope' and there are a lot of things that sound kinda dumb and you think 'that's probably not right' but you don't know enough about it to be sure, so you can just go with it. There are things that you think about afterwards and think 'yeh that was so dumb, it would never have worked'. But all that said, its still just good fun to watch. The show just doesn't quite cross the line into too many dumb things happening too often.… Expand
  48. kjjmmc
    Sep 22, 2014
    7
    Not bad. Interesting first episode with potential. Much will depend on how the show handles the integration of. The Katherine McPhee character with the scorpions....
  49. Fierylynx
    Oct 21, 2014
    7
    I completely enjoyed the "McGyver" and "A-Team" type shows of the 80's and am OK having more shows like them. I watch shows like that as entertainment and to escape - not as documentaries - so I'm OK with suspending a little reality. However, that being said, the Scorpion writers could stand using a consultant or two - especially for the tech and psychobabble. Entertainment is betterI completely enjoyed the "McGyver" and "A-Team" type shows of the 80's and am OK having more shows like them. I watch shows like that as entertainment and to escape - not as documentaries - so I'm OK with suspending a little reality. However, that being said, the Scorpion writers could stand using a consultant or two - especially for the tech and psychobabble. Entertainment is better if you don't have to fight quite so hard to get past the flaws (think ER). Here are my 2 biggest issues:
    1: For an uber-brilliant dude who can't fit into society Walter has too many flashes of "TV drama hero" (think the firefighters on Chicago Fire, or even DiNozzo from NCIS). If he feels he must emulate someone like that he should think at least a little more like NCIS's McGee instead! The problem with coming on after Big Bang is the audience may have a tendency to think of "Sheldon" when relating to an incredibly smart person with social issues and Walter is not Sheldon. But neither is he a seasoned agent/officer/criminal investigator. BBT moving back to Thursday's may help a little in that aspect but they need to help Walter find his own character and fit.
    2: Happy's voice. I can't stand listening to that woman speak. That character and set of skills could be filled in so many different ways, why her? I understand the need to give Paige (our "normal" character) another female to bond with - so go get a different actress.

    Mostly, the writers need to use more consultants and we need to allow the group to gel and the show to grow (and please God, make them stop saying how smart they are all the time - we get it!). Give it a full season or two - some of the best shows out there were slow starters.    … Expand
  50. redrocksprof
    Nov 4, 2014
    7
    Not bad for mindless entertainment. It's cute even if it isn't terribly realistic. It is one of our DVR back ups when our main shows have been watched. Would much rather watch this than all those nasty murder shows on the air now (which I really hope for humanity's sake aren't realistic either). Scorpion is , however, a terrible waste of Katharine McPhee's talents. Her work in Smash wasNot bad for mindless entertainment. It's cute even if it isn't terribly realistic. It is one of our DVR back ups when our main shows have been watched. Would much rather watch this than all those nasty murder shows on the air now (which I really hope for humanity's sake aren't realistic either). Scorpion is , however, a terrible waste of Katharine McPhee's talents. Her work in Smash was so good; she should be singing and dancing.… Expand
  51. Grigann
    Apr 23, 2015
    7
    Good old fashioned show, without any vampires or artistic pretensions. Just a bunch of geeks trying to help people episodes after episodes, with humor and without violence. Kinda like MacGyver, if you think about it. don't listen to the Internet and give it a try!
  52. tvnewsguido
    Sep 23, 2014
    6
    CBS seems to have found their old recipe for the procedural.

    Unlike last seasons' messy "Intelligence," they've developed "Scorpion" in the vein of "CSI" in that the "crime of the week" takes precedence over the characters. This recipe works so "Scorpion" works. It's not innovative and I doubt it will be beloved by any measure but it will fill its slot and provide solid    CBS seems to have found their old recipe for the procedural.

    Unlike last seasons' messy "Intelligence," they've developed "Scorpion" in the vein of "CSI" in that the "crime of the week" takes precedence over the characters.

    This recipe works so "Scorpion" works.

    It's not innovative and I doubt it will be beloved by any measure but it will fill its slot and provide solid entertainment to those who tune in.    … Expand
  53. kbaybob
    Sep 28, 2014
    6
    We enjoyed the show even though as an airline pilot I can assure you that EVERY SINGLE THING in the show about airplanes and aviation was totally wrong! Remember the fire at Chicago Center. We don't mill around until we run out of gas and crash, we just go somewhere else and land. Flying down the runway to plug an RJ45 connector into a laptop? Really? 1. Why not just land the planeWe enjoyed the show even though as an airline pilot I can assure you that EVERY SINGLE THING in the show about airplanes and aviation was totally wrong! Remember the fire at Chicago Center. We don't mill around until we run out of gas and crash, we just go somewhere else and land. Flying down the runway to plug an RJ45 connector into a laptop? Really? 1. Why not just land the plane and do it. Oh, yes; BECAUSE WE DON'T HAVE THAT SOFTWARE ON THE AIRPLANE! 2. There is no way to get from inside the airplane's pressurized cabin to any unpressurized area like the wheel well. Period. 3. Why not just put down the flaps and slow to about 130kt instead of 200? 4. There is no network router in airplanes with RJ45 connectors as shown. 5. Even if all the above were workable, lowering the cable into the slipstream would cause it to just be blown straight backwards. It would NEVER get down to where someone could reach it. So suspend disbelief and believe in magic and enjoy the show.… Expand
  54. melbiker
    Nov 28, 2014
    6
    I do like this show a lot and appreciate the genius of the characters, although most of their "fixes" seem a bit far-fetched and miraculous.
    I do have one problem with the writing...This sister character of Walters is poorly developed. No one with MS thinks of this disease as a death sentence nor would go around saying "I'm dying." MS is a manageable disease for most people. My father    I do like this show a lot and appreciate the genius of the characters, although most of their "fixes" seem a bit far-fetched and miraculous.
    I do have one problem with the writing...This sister character of Walters is poorly developed. No one with MS thinks of this disease as a death sentence nor would go around saying "I'm dying." MS is a manageable disease for most people. My father lived for 20 years after having to go into a wheelchair. My sister's disease progressed more quickly, but still, she always held on for hope that there would be medical interventions to help her.
    I have 4 other friends and family who have MS and NONE of them would be as resigned to dying as she is, nor would they ever live in an assisted facility while ambulatory and having ANY ability to care for themselves. She should have been afflicted with something more grave than MS!    … Expand
  55. Abby1885
    Dec 4, 2014
    6
    It's so bad it's good!
    Corny, predictable, and insult your intelligent every chance they get.
    If it's created and based on a real life genius why not show off that, make me watch the episode twice or more to get it don't put it so plainly that my 3 year old would get it the first time. Audience nowadays are smarter than they think. Take advantage of the social media and make them    It's so bad it's good!
    Corny, predictable, and insult your intelligent every chance they get.

    If it's created and based on a real life genius why not show off that, make me watch the episode twice or more to get it don't put it so plainly that my 3 year old would get it the first time. Audience nowadays are smarter than they think.

    Take advantage of the social media and make them figure out the genius move the characters made, there's no need to dumb it down. It may be based on a life of a genius but certainly feels like it's written by a 5th grader.    … Expand
  56. Ray-M
    Dec 5, 2014
    6
    The show is entertaining, easy to watch, and I believe the characters are getting better. Who cares if the actors are not well know. It is fun don't take it to seriously.
  57. YorkMan
    Nov 10, 2015
    6
    Interesting premise to a show. However, as interesting it is as a premise, the execution isn't brilliant.
    The plot revolves around a team of highly intelligent 20-somethings, along with their 'Homeland Security' handler, and an 'average' (yet gorgeous, of course) ex-waitress who is joins the team to act as the 'what's happening?' character to keep the audience attuned.
    The main problem    Interesting premise to a show. However, as interesting it is as a premise, the execution isn't brilliant.
    The plot revolves around a team of highly intelligent 20-somethings, along with their 'Homeland Security' handler, and an 'average' (yet gorgeous, of course) ex-waitress who is joins the team to act as the 'what's happening?' character to keep the audience attuned.
    The main problem with the show is that in order for these uber-nerds to be faced with a representable 'challenge', the scriptwriters have to conjur up blatantly implausible schemes for them to overcome. Unfortunately this renders the show completely unbelievable, and as such (even as escapist entertainment) you sit watching and thinking 'oh, please....' at every macgyver-esque method someone in the team comes up with.
    The suspense is maintained by a near constant barrage of new problems as the episode unfolds, but regardless of the inherent 'threat' to the characters' safety, the good old 'nick of time' escape trope saves the day.
    The overarching story elements, that pervade the series as a whole, are bland and uninspired too.
    Put all this together, and you'd normally get a show which I'd rate 2, or possibly 3 (at a pinch), but...
    The show is held together by very good acting performances from the core cast, which elevates it somewhat. Despite the silliness and 'will they/won't they' nature to not 1, but 2 potential romances, the sincerity of the characters is worth investing in.
    Now we're well into Series 2, we're beginning to see more internal conflicts show up, which is good...
    But the relegation of the 'Ralph' character (the waitress' 9 year old, genius son) from being an integral part of the overall narrative, to a mere 'we'll write him into a script in order to facilitate a specific plot' recurring character has disappointed me immensely.    … Expand
  58. Slmanson301
    Jan 18, 2016
    6
    I came into this show in Season 2. Initially, I was very smitten with the concept of young geniuses solving problems with science, math and engineering. (For the viewer who couldn't understand the point of Katherine McPhee's presence, she's there to balance out the brains with emotional content, and she serves to ground the geeks.) Watched a few episodes and....sad to say, the show isI came into this show in Season 2. Initially, I was very smitten with the concept of young geniuses solving problems with science, math and engineering. (For the viewer who couldn't understand the point of Katherine McPhee's presence, she's there to balance out the brains with emotional content, and she serves to ground the geeks.) Watched a few episodes and....sad to say, the show is more about fantasy than it is about science, math and engineering. That is, it's like a bunch of little MacGyver's who solve serious world problems in completely improbable ways, science, math and engineering notwithstanding. They are, nonetheless, engaging characters, and the show can be fun to watch in small doses.… Expand
  59. KMV
    Sep 23, 2014
    5
    Seems like the run up to a pretty routine caper show, that attempt to differentiate itself with quirky characters and a somewhat original premise, rather than great writing. Over the top and unbelievable in several places (see car/jet scene), its saving grace could be the actors and the relationships. I'm a softy and I did get a little choked up when the main character told the mom of anSeems like the run up to a pretty routine caper show, that attempt to differentiate itself with quirky characters and a somewhat original premise, rather than great writing. Over the top and unbelievable in several places (see car/jet scene), its saving grace could be the actors and the relationships. I'm a softy and I did get a little choked up when the main character told the mom of an autistic genius that he could help translate her son to her. Could develop into something over time, but I'm predicting a limited lifespan.… Expand
  60. jozzams
    Mar 30, 2016
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Firstly I'll say it's an entertaining show if you can overlook all the parts that don't make sense (or dont' know they don't make sense). The premise for the show is very good, but the execution is terrible. Surely to write about geniuses and highly complex problems the writers should have hired some sort of consultant. Maybe a psychologist who works with gifted individuals, or someone who is a genius hacker themselves, etc. If Bones and Big Bang Theory can do it, I'm sure this show can too.
    The condescension of the main character, Walter, is completely over the top. Yes, he's meant to be incredibly smart, but too much condescension just alienates the audience. He doesn't need to remind the audience regularly that he has a 197 IQ. Also there's the assumption that all geniuses are socially inept. Actually, I'm most of the way through season 1 and I haven't seen him do anything yet that is actually representative of an extremely high IQ and not possible from someone merely with good computer/hacking skills.
    And don't even get me started on the kid, Ralph. A mentally gifted kid belonging to a mother who is completely clueless. By the age of 10, there would have been glaring signs that there was something unusual about this child. Even if he is withdrawn, a teacher would probably have recommended to have him checked for autism spectrum, or an IQ test. I've heard of cases of children teaching themselves to read at much younger ages that alerted their parents. And then there's the fact that apparently a socially inept genius is the best person to help her understand her son, rather than seeking professional help or programs to support the development of a gifted child.
    The next thing, and this really made me laugh, was watching one of the computers in an episode loading Windows 8. If you know anything about computers and programming (even in theory), you'll know this is laughable. Firstly, Windows 8 was **** Secondly, anyone serious about computers/programming/hacking would not be using Windows at all (more likely Linux or other open source operating system).
    There's plenty of other inconsistencies, but these are some of the stupid ones that have stuck with me, and prevent me from being able to enjoy the show fully.
    Basically, if you don't know enough about what they're talking about to know it's wrong, then you might find it plausible.    … Expand
  61. erom1943
    Sep 24, 2014
    4
    Great idea, but poor execution! I was really looking forward to this show, but was super disappointed after watching. A great concept of putting geniuses together to solve problems, was ruined by a plot that lacked any realism or common sense. I had no problem with the quirky characters, which was actually the only upside for me. Believability is important for a show like this, and wasGreat idea, but poor execution! I was really looking forward to this show, but was super disappointed after watching. A great concept of putting geniuses together to solve problems, was ruined by a plot that lacked any realism or common sense. I had no problem with the quirky characters, which was actually the only upside for me. Believability is important for a show like this, and was absent for this episode. Airplanes unable to find a place to land because of computer and communication problems....so they'll just run out of fuel and crash? Going to shoot them down to save lives? Ludicrous! If the producers and writers don't get real, this show is gone before Halloween.… Expand
  62. RikerDonegal
    Sep 23, 2014
    4
    Scorpion 1.1 delivers EXACTLY what you expect. Meaning it’s a carbon copy of scores of other shows about teams of geeks/nerds working for the police/government. This team isn't even particularly likable. Yawn.
  63. reellm
    Oct 2, 2014
    4
    2/5★
    The bigger the spectacle the bigger the audience is what the network was thinking, and the bigger the spectacle the less attention is paid to the logic. So, to recap: big spectacle, not much logic. I know that TV shows have a short time to make a big impression so the details are lost in favor of action but Scorpion pushes it too far: High speed Ferrari-to-jet plane upload through a    2/5★
    The bigger the spectacle the bigger the audience is what the network was thinking, and the bigger the spectacle the less attention is paid to the logic. So, to recap: big spectacle, not much logic. I know that TV shows have a short time to make a big impression so the details are lost in favor of action but Scorpion pushes it too far: High speed Ferrari-to-jet plane upload through a cable? Fun to watch but makes little sense, which is how I would describe Scorpion.
    The characters are barely more than names and abilities, but I would like to learn about them: they are interesting enough to continue watching, but the show has to calm down and breath.

    Verdict: Its an easy watch and the concept and characters are interesting enough. It might be canceled but I cant call it yet.    … Expand
  64. Peacen
    Dec 12, 2016
    4
    Written-for-screen geniuses are becoming textbook archetypes: Never a balance of smart, successful and good looking, no, these characters require conflict, with the opportunity for underdog wins and showing the bullies up from high school. Thus, they require social problems. Big ones, with impressive (but not obscure) names, and walls to keep the well-meaners out, built up through roughWritten-for-screen geniuses are becoming textbook archetypes: Never a balance of smart, successful and good looking, no, these characters require conflict, with the opportunity for underdog wins and showing the bullies up from high school. Thus, they require social problems. Big ones, with impressive (but not obscure) names, and walls to keep the well-meaners out, built up through rough childhoods and curve ball, ptsd-inducing moments in their lives. You don't get to be smart unless you faint trying to order coffee, it seems.

    Out of this mold drops the characters of Scorpion, the ballad of massive intellect standing as America's last line of defense against ridiculous problems involving, most often, the wrong install files, old technology and those foolish enough to attempt using email.

    Elyes Gabel plays Walter O'Brein, boasting an IQ of 197 and social interaction problems which vanish after the first episode, heads up Scorpion, a company of smart people that solve problems too complex for 'normals' (that's you and me).

    He's joined by Happy Quinn (Jadyn Wong, who is listed first because she'd be angry otherwise), the teams resident "mechanical genius" who talks about tools a lot with a gab that makes her sound like she's got a mouth full of gum, Toby Curtis (Eddie Kaye Thomas), behaviorist and mouthy wannabe front man, Sylvester Dodd (Ari Stidham), the funny fat guy that makes childlike noises and talks endlessly... I think he was good at math too... Agent Cabe Gallo (Robert Patrick), their gravelly government handler and father figure, and Paige Dineen (Katherine McPhee), the Penny of the group. That's a Big Bang reference, and is somewhat unfair. McPhee actually plays 'professionally insecure Penny', the person Penny would be if her job depending on not telling the not-dumb people how ridiculous their issues are.

    It's best to go no further before stating I'm a Big Bang fan (Nowadays this seems to be something you have to lead with when discussing this sort of thing. Massive polarization exists). But this is important, because Scorpion is too. Huge fan! Its actually hard not to be because, despite what your smarter big brother says, the science in Big Bang is sound, the stories easy to follow and the concept quite natural. Their social interaction shortcomings are also very well realized. Yes, this dropped off later on because, as characters were introduced and their lives evolved, they too grew. Howard is no longer a perv because he has someone that sees the best in him. But remnants remain: Despite his louder nature, Leonard still wrings his hands in a worrisome manner. Sheldon is, and will always be, a tremendously well written and well played character, with parts of him seemingly misaligned that are, in all truthfulness, defective aspects of him that will never be fixed. This evolution is also a key aspect of why it's still enjoyable to watch. Big Bang is not the original if you look hard enough, but is broadly appreciated for a number of very valid reasons. And the writers of Scorpion struggle with their feelings, because they can do smart people better, dammit!

    My biggest problem with Scorpion is a weak one, even I'm prepared to admit, but it's the truth: I don't know anyone like these people. This is important because I do know intelligent people. An assessment of my immediate acquaintance circle reveals that I know a great deal more smart people, statistically, than I should: Aeronautical engineers, Bio-mechs, Doctors, Actuarial Science graduates. This is a product of my territory endeavours, so it's not surprising, but the truth is that smart people, like 'normals', come in every flavour you can imagine. Almost including the characters in Scorpion. Almost. They're broken, and it's got everything to do with the intentional way they've been written. Their issues do not prevent them from functioning, and functioning well, yet we are constantly reminded they are broken, in need of protecting by Super-Walter. You can't have it both ways.

    Scorpion also feels resoundingly racist. In the figurative sense, mind, but nevertheless, not on episode goes by without the reminder that these four (four and half if you count the kid. Name escapes me. Hardly important) are an entirely separate species to the rest of us 'normals'. This backfired, because it comes across as a supremacist attitude, and that's poor.

    The science in Scorpion is concise if a little too textbook, for what it's worth. But none of it is massively clever, which makes the continual 'normal' talk unfounded. What they accomplish with a bit of math is not inconceivable and what Happy occasionally builds is hardly genius. The key word here for improvement would be "spectrum", and appreciating that, even when you have problems interacting with people, being intelligent doesn't make you obnoxious. Thinking you are does.    … Expand
  65. SteveCampsOut
    Mar 21, 2018
    4
    As much as I like this show, it's suffering from severe plot predictability and an over reliance on the whatever can go wrong will trope. For a show about a bunch of geniuses, the writing and characterizations certainly aren't very smart.
  66. percy972
    Nov 3, 2014
    3
    A show with a good premise but poor execution. I don't know how else to describe it, but boring. The writing isn't that good and tries to cover it up the shortcomings with tech jargon and the character development comes out as forced and a little simple. The dialogue isn't inspired at all and often comes out cheesy. The Pilot was okay, I guess, but it felt like the director got confusedA show with a good premise but poor execution. I don't know how else to describe it, but boring. The writing isn't that good and tries to cover it up the shortcomings with tech jargon and the character development comes out as forced and a little simple. The dialogue isn't inspired at all and often comes out cheesy. The Pilot was okay, I guess, but it felt like the director got confused between doing the episode and another Fast and Furious sequel. Bottom line is the show could be okay if the writing got better and the actors a little more excited about the project.… Expand
  67. TerryB
    Oct 13, 2014
    3
    This show seemed interesting but 4 episodes into its 1st season I'm having a hard time staying interested. For one thing, I find Happy (Jadyn Wong) annoying. I can't understand half the things she says, not because she's saying things only a genius would understand but because of the way she speaks. She needs to learn to open her mouth and let the words out. They need to replace her orThis show seemed interesting but 4 episodes into its 1st season I'm having a hard time staying interested. For one thing, I find Happy (Jadyn Wong) annoying. I can't understand half the things she says, not because she's saying things only a genius would understand but because of the way she speaks. She needs to learn to open her mouth and let the words out. They need to replace her or just not give her too much to say.… Expand
  68. ARGO
    Nov 22, 2017
    3
    It's BAD or OK depending what you're looking for. definately has no realistic involvement anymore. Sort of sci-fi slice of life comedy with some drama. I guess you're either a fan or you trash it. Not a fan. But then again lots of people watching the kardashians so.. any show has a chance LOL
  69. smb12321
    Sep 2, 2015
    3
    Another case of writer slide - starting off OK then downhill. We finally stopped watching toward the end when the attempts at comedy became more than a nuisance, the problems became so outlandish as to be absurd and the dialogue and action so hokey even I was embarrassed.

    If they want the show to survive Katherine and their hero better find their Inner Couple real soon. And get back    Another case of writer slide - starting off OK then downhill. We finally stopped watching toward the end when the attempts at comedy became more than a nuisance, the problems became so outlandish as to be absurd and the dialogue and action so hokey even I was embarrassed.

    If they want the show to survive Katherine and their hero better find their Inner Couple real soon. And get back to serious writing - stop with the constant dumb jokes that seem so forced.    … Expand
  70. Kevlar101
    Dec 15, 2014
    3
    'Scorpion' is show about geniuses, minus the actual genius. It constantly tried to remind you that it's bland characters are smart an intelligent, even though actual genius is never really demonstrated. It's kind of like the show is just telling you to take it's word for it, and it pretty much treats it's viewers like the morons that they probably are. Looking at it objectively, nothing'Scorpion' is show about geniuses, minus the actual genius. It constantly tried to remind you that it's bland characters are smart an intelligent, even though actual genius is never really demonstrated. It's kind of like the show is just telling you to take it's word for it, and it pretty much treats it's viewers like the morons that they probably are. Looking at it objectively, nothing these characters do screams ingenuity, and all of their knowledge and wit is something that anybody can lookup on the internet.

    I don't often compare one show to another, but there is a different show that displays an actual genius and does it in a way that makes you think "Wow!", and that is 'Sherlock/Elementary' (depending on which Sherlock version you prefer). In those shows, the genius of the main character is not merely told to the viewer, but demonstrated in a way that feels authentic and genuinely intelligent.

    Then you have 'Scorpion', a show where the genius of the characters is told rather than shown, and isn't even told well. The dialogue is uncreative, the acting is wooden (especially from the main character, Walter), and the subtle romance being hinted at in the plot is so forced and artificial that it is impossible to take seriously.

    But that can be said about the entire series: It's artificial and impossible to take seriously. The characters do not bounce off of each other in an effective manner and deliver dialogue that comes off in such an unnatural way. Nothing about this series feels natural or genuine; it is a typical procedural drama that is not only bland, but deceitful to the viewer by way of it's storytelling.

    The opening tagline to each episode is "Inspired by the life of Walter O'Brien."

    Not only is that tagline insulting to the intelligence of the viewer, but it is as hollow and empty as they come.    … Expand
  71. horcrux2007
    Sep 24, 2014
    3
    "Scorpion" is a largely forgettable show. The acting is alright, although it's severely miscast. However, the characters are boring, and the constant fake "geek-speak" was beyond annoying. Anyone who is even slightly tech-savvy will be even more aggravated. The show takes a "crime of the week" approach which wastes is slightly intriguing premise, and it becomes just another disposable"Scorpion" is a largely forgettable show. The acting is alright, although it's severely miscast. However, the characters are boring, and the constant fake "geek-speak" was beyond annoying. Anyone who is even slightly tech-savvy will be even more aggravated. The show takes a "crime of the week" approach which wastes is slightly intriguing premise, and it becomes just another disposable investigation show with terrible writing.… Expand
  72. mrpotatohead
    Sep 24, 2014
    3
    Geniuses for idiots._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
  73. SpanDecks
    Sep 24, 2014
    3
    This show misses the mark on both ends. While proving to be too nerdy for many it also fails on the high end as almost everything is implausible. My suspension of disbelief could make it past the first half of the premiere. The characters and acting is fine, this group of lesser known but familiar actors keeps distraction to a minimum, However, it's the writing that fails this show.This show misses the mark on both ends. While proving to be too nerdy for many it also fails on the high end as almost everything is implausible. My suspension of disbelief could make it past the first half of the premiere. The characters and acting is fine, this group of lesser known but familiar actors keeps distraction to a minimum, However, it's the writing that fails this show. This is my first bet to be a mid season cancellation. Too bad, I like the concept.… Expand
  74. CraigVT01
    Sep 25, 2014
    3
    A show about smart people written by people who are not smart? It was just ridiculous how implausible 95% of the dialog was. Every situation was laughable. I have no problems with scenarios that are "Hollywood" if it at least makes sense and provides entertainment. Concept of the show is great. execution / writing is absolutely horrendous. Character selection also leaves a lot to be desired.
  75. gmonster320
    Oct 4, 2014
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Scorpion" I wanted to like ya but I just cant. I have watched the first two episodes and its just not doing it for me. The basic premise is a group of geniuses are working with the US government to save us dumb slobs each week from some calamity. First it was all the planes falling out of the sky. Next it was saving a governor's daughter from death by biocyberterrorism. The Scorpion team is composed of Walter (the main character), a behaviorist (whatever that is), a mechanical genius, and a human calculator. Uhh why do we need a human calculator? Its a cool parlor trick but if I need a calculator, I'll just use my phone. They are joined by a whizkid and his normal mom. They will help her understand her gifted son. Their FBI handler is also there to keep them in line and interface with the government and the other "normal folks". The plot of the plane episode was laughable to me. If you cant communicate with the plane's radio but you can get the pilot on his cell phone, just give him directions that way on how to land the plane... but nooooo. That would be too easy. Anyway poor Katharine McPhee is probably trying to figure out how she can get off this show as soon as possible. And am I sure "Scorpion" is a sinking ship? Yes, it doesnt take a genius to figure that out.… Expand
  76. criticfunk
    Oct 16, 2014
    3
    I think this is a great idea for the show . but even with the interest for nerdy concepts this is beyond ridiculous.... guys why watch it this show, it is not going to make it for the second season . the thing i don't get it is , why the heck he is constantly bringing up Einstein in this.
  77. mouseypoo13
    Jun 14, 2017
    3
    Smart people, stupid scriptwriters. Just generic BLURGH formula that splurges out the occasional car chase or moment of 'intrigue'. Not worth watching.
  78. martinex
    Sep 25, 2014
    2
    The problems with shows like this is that the characters are usually smarter than the writers. Turn off grid power to defeat a cipher lock? Wow Einstein himself (who apparently would not be smart enough to make the cut on this team) would be amazed. CBS tends to wait longer before canceling shows but if this one lasts a month it will be a terrible waste of advertiser dollars.
  79. BogKid
    Sep 23, 2014
    2
    I liked most of the actors though, honestly, there was nothing special about any of them. Robert Patrick did do an excellent job of playing "Robert Patrick".

    But the writing! What a dismally stupid plot line. All of the passenger planes in southern California will crash or be shot down because of communications problems. Notes to pilots: Look out the window. Avoid other planes.    I liked most of the actors though, honestly, there was nothing special about any of them. Robert Patrick did do an excellent job of playing "Robert Patrick".

    But the writing! What a dismally stupid plot line. All of the passenger planes in southern California will crash or be shot down because of communications problems. Notes to pilots: Look out the window. Avoid other planes. Land your damn plane wherever you can find an airport big enough.    … Expand
  80. DJMix
    Sep 11, 2016
    2
    For a movie that's supposed to picture a genius people, this movie has a dumb writer and it's meant to be enjoyed by 'low-IQ' people. There are so many facts that are wrong in this movie, while it's about someone who excels at science and tech, made it unbearable to watch for me; even though the plot might be enjoyable. I can't stand a writer that made a script where it says they couldn'tFor a movie that's supposed to picture a genius people, this movie has a dumb writer and it's meant to be enjoyed by 'low-IQ' people. There are so many facts that are wrong in this movie, while it's about someone who excels at science and tech, made it unbearable to watch for me; even though the plot might be enjoyable. I can't stand a writer that made a script where it says they couldn't get pass someone's firewall, but had his physical laptop already. Or invent something called 'router-hub' as their plot device. Why wouldn't they just stick with the real thing, it's not more complicated.… Expand
  81. bbergman
    Oct 1, 2014
    2
    Updated: the second episode is now out, and maybe worse than the pilot. 'Single Point of Failure' is an apt term for this show, since the writers are the single point of failure. It continues to amaze me that people (the average viewer) will accept fantasies like a person walking up to a random laptop and within seconds of furiously typing on the keyboard, terminal windows come up as theUpdated: the second episode is now out, and maybe worse than the pilot. 'Single Point of Failure' is an apt term for this show, since the writers are the single point of failure. It continues to amaze me that people (the average viewer) will accept fantasies like a person walking up to a random laptop and within seconds of furiously typing on the keyboard, terminal windows come up as the person is magically writing code (all of which is nonsensical, if you watch the method names) which streams up the page and the genius quickly concludes that the virus is unique to this one laptop. I mean, MAYBE 3-4 seconds later. Seriously? CBS, you need to either jettison this show (which would be a shame) or jettison the writers. I vote to eject the writers. I'm dropping this from a 3 to a 2. When it gets to 1, I just quit.

    Originally: Sorry, I really wanted to like this, but it's so poorly written! The writers try to use big words and phrases and hope no one notices, and hope that we all just go along for the ride. However, anyone slightly tech-savvy will groan every time they hear something silly like "after I update the antenna driver to boost the signal" or "the backup will be overwritten in three minutes" or make assumptions like "restarting the server will be immediate."

    What's shocking is that this is the same network that produces Big Bang Theory, and who employs a talented and smart panel of writers who are VERY tech-savvy. Everything is checked with a physicist to make sure it's correct, the writers all call each other out over ridiculous ideas, and they ground their tech in reality, and THAT is what makes the show funny and believable: it's authentic, even for the super geniuses.

    Scorpion's writers don't seem to have the same funding. Their solutions are just ridiculous, and anyone with HALF their IQ will recognize it. Unfortunately, that aspect totally detracts from the show and story line, making it nearly impossible to watch the show without chuckling sadly about how stupid and unbelievable it is. I mean, if you consult with any FAA expert, you'd find that there are dozens of backups for how to get planes down with zero communications. The assumption that you'd need an expert computer hacker within 57 minutes to reboot the entire system, or 57 planes come crashing down, is just 57 ways of ludicrous.

    The actors themselves seem to do a great job and are likable (although the Asian girl is really hard to understand, like she's got paper in her mouth or something...), the general story concept is great, and KMP is a great cast for the show (as is her son), but it's just too implausible to make it stick.

    I will give it two more episodes, but at this point, I don't hold out much hope. Throw out your lazy writers and get talented new ones, with experts in the field, and then you will have a smart show.    … Expand
  82. Hardtoplease
    Sep 23, 2014
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show could be so good. The concept is great, the execution is horrible. I wouldn't exactly call Big Bang's focus on Sheldon's social problems subtle, but this show makes it seem that way. They don't show you the character's quirks, they drill them into your head via repetitive, sappy, unnecessary dialogue. We get it, they're smart but socially inept. Heard that story line plenty. Have the actors show us their quirks, their struggles, don't blatantly state it every 5 minutes. That is, unless the actors lack the depth to subtly show us their issues rather than relying on spelling it out multiple times an episode.

    Then there's the issue of the unnecessary action scenes (about what you would expect with a Fast and Furious alum directing). Can't communicate with the pilot of a plane? Call someone on board who is likely to have their phone on, have them give the phone to the pilot, and instruct him to land via phone right? WRONG. They have him fly 8 feet above the ground (again, if he can get within 8 feet, why not land?) while they drive 200 MPH underneath, with a waitress hanging out the top, while the co-pilot climbs down onto the landing gear to hand them an ethernet cable. All so that they can reconnect the radio and instruct him to land.    … Expand
  83. Bgrod
    Oct 3, 2014
    2
    Scorpion represents a lame but earnest attempt by CBS to create an action drama pandering to what CBS executives assume younger viewers want to see: frenetic paced action, preposterous stories and lots of references to high tech. The end result is dizzying and awful.
  84. theknob
    Oct 3, 2014
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was disappointed in the pilot for this show. It started with an interesting premise (4 misfit geniuses doing a combined McGyver / A-Team / Mentalist / 24 kind of hybrid), with hopefully some cool effects and maybe even some decent character development. What the pilot turned into was, unfortunately, a mish-mash of rapid-fire techno babble overlaid onto a series of the worst misrepresentations of aviation that I've ever seen on screen.

    I'll just mention a couple of the glaringly stupid things in the pilot. First, commercial aircraft aren't really "controlled" by the ATC system in a technical sense. The controllers and equipment that are part of ATC give instructions to the pilots, based on airspace category and workload, who then execute them if they are able. The aircraft pilots in command are the final authority on aircraft operation and safety. They will not simply orbit helplessly because they can't raise approach/departure control at LAX.

    If the ATC system for LAX and satellite facilities does go down (which is almost impossible anyway), the pilots of the 56 aircraft in the vicinity will simply go somewhere else. In Southern California there are a plethora of large airports within 30 minutes flight time from LAX. San Diego, Ontario, San Bernadino, Burbank, not to mention Mojave, Palmdale, Edwards. Pilots will simply divert to an alternate airfield.

    Just because the ATC system for LAX goes down doesn't mean that all of the aircraft in the vicinity will suddenly lose communications. Most aircraft communications are actually by VHF/UHF radio, with pre-established frequencies for every aviation entity involved in their flight. So if you can't get ahold of LAX approach control, you can simply call up San Diego control. You can call up the dispatcher for your airline, you can communicate with other aircraft on the LAX tower frequencies, or in a pinch, use the guard frequency (121.5 Mhz). In other words, the word will get out very quickly that LAX is closed and they should find an alternate.

    There are even procedures in the event that all radio comms are lost. In every control tower is a hand-held light gun, which the controllers can use to give basic landing clearance to aircraft. The show depicted a clear day, all the pilots need for a VFR landing is a clear runway and a green signal from the tower light gun.

    Finally, there are no F-22's on alert near LAX to intercept wayward commercial aircraft. Even assuming those aircraft were available, their first priority in an intercept would be to establish communication, not shoot down civil airliners. Again, the very first thing the pilots of those fighters would do would be to communicate with the airliners on the guard frequency (121.5 Mhz), and if that didn't work, approach/departure and tower frequencies for LAX. Absent that, hand gestures to "land now" or "follow me" can also be used.

    Oh, and air traffic control software is not installed on aircraft, nothing on a commercial airliner is ethernet/laptop compatible, and the turbulence of an airliner in ground effect would blow that Ferrari off the runway.

    The executives who made and promoted this show should be embarrassed that they didn't shell out a few extra bucks for an actual aviation consultant who could have told them how ridiculous the premise was. They have already lost me as a viewer.

    -Irritated in Denver    … Expand
  85. wiiooiiw
    Oct 13, 2014
    2
    Wow. Tonight's episode; so stupid I feel dumb trying to explain things it gets wrong in first ten minutes. These geniuses need way smarter writers. Cast has some talent.
  86. shelleyme
    Nov 2, 2014
    2
    I like the show but feel it is going in the wrong direction with the waitress. Just write her out. She doesn't help the team and the story of a love interest between her and Walter would definitely be cheesy.
  87. MaxUsername
    Oct 5, 2015
    2
    Dumb show about smart people. Jadyn Wong's speech is a constant battle between her over-enunciation and flat delivery. It is distracting, annoying and just draws more attention to her inability to act.
    Eddie Kaye Thomas and Elyes Gabel are not believable even as Applestore geniuses but can at least make there way through the scenes.
    Ari Stidham is the best thing on this show.
  88. Milord56
    Feb 23, 2016
    2
    Without a doubt, Scorpion is one of the most poorly written programs being aired. The dialogue is forced, unnecessary and, in general, poorly delivered; reminiscent of the '50s TV westerns. The predicaments are contrived, bizarre and beyond improbable; the solutions even more so. The characters (or should I say caricatures) are cartoonish and not at all credible. And what genius wouldWithout a doubt, Scorpion is one of the most poorly written programs being aired. The dialogue is forced, unnecessary and, in general, poorly delivered; reminiscent of the '50s TV westerns. The predicaments are contrived, bizarre and beyond improbable; the solutions even more so. The characters (or should I say caricatures) are cartoonish and not at all credible. And what genius would cast swarthy-skinned of obviously mediterranean descent Elyes Cherif Gabel to play the blue-eyed son of two Irish potatoes named O'Brien? If it were aired on Saturday morning opposite Power Rangers, it might find a suitable audience.… Expand
  89. MeritCoba
    Nov 17, 2015
    1
    Banal! I never thought I would use this word in my life, but Scorpion can be summoned up with this one single word: banal. There I said it again! It seems nowadays investigators do not only have to look perfect, but they have to be super-smart as well. Unfortunately in this case they can't really act what they are not and in the particular episode I watched the pretty smart ass dude spoutBanal! I never thought I would use this word in my life, but Scorpion can be summoned up with this one single word: banal. There I said it again! It seems nowadays investigators do not only have to look perfect, but they have to be super-smart as well. Unfortunately in this case they can't really act what they are not and in the particular episode I watched the pretty smart ass dude spout IT nonsense pretending that his gibberish amounted to some smart insight in the world of hackers. Trace the IP-header. Brilliant... why did nobody else think of that? Except for about every IT professional out there.
    There is a fat bloke, who, how else can it be, is the comical relief and possessed of all the bad qualities that make him the laughing stock of the series. There is a pretty smart girl who has a love hate relation with the smart bloke and is the world wise voice and of course the buddy who is,,, well he is the buddy.
    Investigation consists of reading the script so you know who dunnit and then proving who dunnit by confronting your suspects with deductions that make them conveniently confess on the spot. That is what smart people make you do!

    A series that has nothing to do with detectives, investigations, reality and is basically a comic relief soap. We get to see pretty smart people pretending to be supersmart doing stupid things and goof off. You pay for it. I don't.
    Never to be watched again.    … Expand
  90. dyshpo
    Mar 23, 2015
    1
    One long and unending blowjob to Walter O'Brien and his unverified 195 iq. This show has no natural chemistry between the cast or characters. Highly improbable simplistic stories that contradict. Internal logic
  91. RichardGonci
    Feb 7, 2017
    1
    Oh why have I wasted so much time watching this show? Maybe because other episodes dealt with subject matter more foreign to me? Hence, I was gullible? This time the episode peripherally dealt with working boats, something about which I am familiar. Few sample nonsense points: 40' working boats are not powered by gas engines since dinosaurs walked the earth: diesel only. Diesel enginesOh why have I wasted so much time watching this show? Maybe because other episodes dealt with subject matter more foreign to me? Hence, I was gullible? This time the episode peripherally dealt with working boats, something about which I am familiar. Few sample nonsense points: 40' working boats are not powered by gas engines since dinosaurs walked the earth: diesel only. Diesel engines don't explode, though they will catch fire; Working boats have SOLUS self-inflating life rafts for the crew, complete with food and water; You don't walk the decks of a working boat 60NM at sea in elevated heels; submersibles (especially homemade ones do not progress at 20 knots; It took me years to qualify to run my 53" boat, now I'm no Walter O'Brien, but you still need time at sea. I guess in the next episode he will fly a Beech King Air (something I also know how to do after 700 hours) by reading the manual for 20 minutes. I think it's the same thing that pisses me off about the new MacGyver show. Who would believe that little limp-dick could do anything?… Expand
  92. JIm978
    Sep 23, 2014
    1
    The pilot episode of Scorpion was horrendous. Perhaps the producers should have consulted with someone that has actually worked within the Air Traffic Control system before basing a plot line of a completely implausible scenario? I get that people are expected to suspend belief for these shows but I kept waiting for that woman from that commercial to break in during the show screamingThe pilot episode of Scorpion was horrendous. Perhaps the producers should have consulted with someone that has actually worked within the Air Traffic Control system before basing a plot line of a completely implausible scenario? I get that people are expected to suspend belief for these shows but I kept waiting for that woman from that commercial to break in during the show screaming "THAT'S NOT HOW IT WORKS! THAT'S NOT HOW ANY OF THIS WORKS!".

    I guess these people have never heard of flying "VFR"? (visual flight rules). And, if you have plane flying around that needs to land and there is a problem where you can't reach a plane by radio but can magically contact the pilot by cell phone, why wouldn't you just tell the pilot to go ahead and land via the phone? No, instead we create the obligatory car chase scene so we can "fix" the radio and then use the radio to tell him to land.    … Expand
  93. Puellaesti
    Oct 2, 2014
    1
    Really bad. Too much talk about unbelievable technology and the quirks of characters. The writers miss the simplest solutions to problems in order to overwhelm the audience with the spectacular. It misses.
  94. kjt75
    Oct 2, 2014
    1
    I really wanted to like this show. It's just too cheesy. The idea behind it has so much potential, yet there is too much unexplained and too much drama. Keep trying to give it a chance, but so far it has been a let down. Needs better writing.
  95. Trose
    Jan 1, 2015
    1
    I am amazed that Jadyn Wong can find work as an actress. I don't think I've seen such wooden acting from anyone in a major T.V. series (not even some of the soap opera actors are that bad). She is painful to watch, how many more strained constipated faces can she make that she seems to think is acting, It's cringe worthy. As silly entertainment it might be worth watching if she wasn't soI am amazed that Jadyn Wong can find work as an actress. I don't think I've seen such wooden acting from anyone in a major T.V. series (not even some of the soap opera actors are that bad). She is painful to watch, how many more strained constipated faces can she make that she seems to think is acting, It's cringe worthy. As silly entertainment it might be worth watching if she wasn't so annoying and distracting in the scenes.… Expand
  96. Rabso
    Jan 3, 2015
    1
    I had such high hopes for this show in the beginning. Unfortunately it has not lived up to its own premise. Each and every episode has technical or scientific errors that the slightest bit of knowledge or research would prevent. For a show that is supposed to be about the science, it is a sad farce of made up facts and technology.

    One of the first episodes had a common Hollywood    I had such high hopes for this show in the beginning. Unfortunately it has not lived up to its own premise. Each and every episode has technical or scientific errors that the slightest bit of knowledge or research would prevent. For a show that is supposed to be about the science, it is a sad farce of made up facts and technology.

    One of the first episodes had a common Hollywood misconception cast as the technology that saved the day. A floating cloud of pathogen was dispersed by setting off the fire sprinkler system in a mall. Unfortunately, causing one sprinkler head to discharge does not set off the entire system. Each head has a fusible trigger that will open that head alone. Sprinkler systems are also designed to function with the assumption that ten heads or less will control the fire. Even if there are hundreds of heads in the structure, if more then ten activate, the system will likely not have enough to supply them efficiently.

    The recent episode called “Dominoes” was full of ridiculous errors or bad logic. Allow me to name just a few:
    The void space, in which the child was trapped, was supposedly filling at a rate of “30 gallons a minute.” This is a very manageably low amount. It would be relatively to remove that amount with a very small portable pump or two. Most fire trucks carry these kinds of sump pumps.
    Most fire departments also carry lift air bags. These are very effective at lifting things such as rocks and vehicles. They can work on any shape of object, take up very little space, and present no vibration issues.
    Even if one is able to connect a machine to oxygenate the blood, the amount of air in the system must be removed. This takes blood from the bank or the patient’s blood. The amount of air in the lines would kill the patient if introduced into the bloodstream. The amount of blood removed, to fill the tubes, would likely send the child into shock.
    A hydraulic jack could easily lift the bolder from the child’s leg, but that would be too easy. It had to be a tiny hand turned spreader. Wouldn’t any car screw jack had done the exact same thing?

    I could probably go on and on. I could point out errors in other episodes. (Knocking the cap off a fire hydrant will not cause water to gush forth. Hydrants don’t work that way.) I could talk about how dangerous it is for Happy to be welding in an open room without flash curtains to protect the people. (How on earth can Sylvester, who looks for risk everywhere, allow this?)    … Expand
  97. Ha321
    Feb 18, 2015
    1
    Where to begin.....First, the acting in general is poor. Watching Katherine McPhee is like watching a robot act. She appears too artificial. I always enjoy surprises and this is a surprise that the show is still on. Please put it out of its misery. The plots are hard to believe but perhaps I attribute that to McPhees poor acting. She reminds me of the time Vanna White tried actingWhere to begin.....First, the acting in general is poor. Watching Katherine McPhee is like watching a robot act. She appears too artificial. I always enjoy surprises and this is a surprise that the show is still on. Please put it out of its misery. The plots are hard to believe but perhaps I attribute that to McPhees poor acting. She reminds me of the time Vanna White tried acting with similar results. I gave it a "1" for effort.… Expand
  98. bkristman
    Jan 10, 2017
    1
    Dreadful show that has a bunch of immature nerdy supposed intellectuals standing around spouting tons of pseudo scientific rubbish until you feel like running from the room screaming.
  99. nautico
    Sep 23, 2014
    0
    I'm 74 years old, have been watching the tube since 1948, and can say with reasonable certainty that this debacle ranks near the very bottom of the myriad shows I've watched over the years. The premise, that of a small group of geniuses conscripted to help the DHS solve ultra-complicated cases, while titillating and even promising in concept, is miserably executed. The result is abysmal.I'm 74 years old, have been watching the tube since 1948, and can say with reasonable certainty that this debacle ranks near the very bottom of the myriad shows I've watched over the years. The premise, that of a small group of geniuses conscripted to help the DHS solve ultra-complicated cases, while titillating and even promising in concept, is miserably executed. The result is abysmal. If this turkey isn't cancelled before the first season's end, I'll be surprised.

    (I wonder how many viewers realize that the DHS has no sworn law enforcement (LE) agents of the kind so typically portrayed on this and other similar TV shows and in movies as well. Although this federal department is comprised of several LE agencies, the central secretariat has no LE function. So called HS special agents are really Immigration and Customs Enforcement or ICE special agents. Splitting hairs? Not really. I've never understood why script writers and screenwriters have never chosen to get it right.)    … Expand
  100. Qgal5kap
    Apr 11, 2015
    0
    This is so cheesy I'm not even going to take the time to explain how. There is just too much cheddar. My first thought, is why do they let morons write a series about smart people?
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 24
  3. Negative: 5 out of 24
  1. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Vicki Hyman
    Sep 22, 2014
    50
    Eddie Kaye Thomas is fun as the occasionally felonious brainiac psychologist, but the rest of the characters are pretty one-dimensional, that one dimension being their social awkwardness.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    Sep 22, 2014
    50
    A very good idea but executed in the pilot with too much sap and manipulation.
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  3. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Margaret Lyons
    Sep 22, 2014
    30
    Scorpion tries to get action-heavy in its final act, with the brain trust preventing an aviation disaster at LAX, and for a brief interlude, the show has a glimmer of momentum--but it's undercut by how ludicrous the whole setup is, how unnatural the dialogue is, and how impossible it feels to care what happens to any of these people.
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