Surface

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 19, 2005
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 312 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 279 out of 312
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 312
  3. Negative: 28 out of 312
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  1. MikeT
    Aug 20, 2006
    10
    This is one of the best TV shows ever! I love it!
  2. JessicaB
    Aug 24, 2006
    10
    Stumbled across this show by accident and VERY happy I did. The critics need an enema. Honestly all that gobbledy-gook they spew is asinine. Just shut up and enjoy a thoroughly entertaining show for a change! Loved it. Is it coming back?????
  3. JasonZ
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    I loved surface and the season finale really left me wanting more. I hope they bring it back!
  4. JennyA
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    My husband and I really enjoyed the show and am currious as to what's next. Please don't leave us hanging without answers!
  5. CathyG
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    I thought this was one of the best shows that was on NBC. I think that the critics have no Imagination, this is suppose to be a what if show, it makes you think of all that could happen. Its just fun. I am hoping they will bring it back. I have watch the reruns and now I am buying the DVD...So please let us know what will happen next..Just like they show alot..
  6. BilA
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    AWSOME show. Hopefully NBC will pick it up.
  7. SamanthaS
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    I love this show. I was extremely upset to find out that the show had been cancelled. I watched every single episode of the first season. The characters were interesting and the graphics were very upscale for television.
  8. PeterL
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    - Great show. Rather watch this show than ( Prison Break ). NBC should be proud to have a hit new series.
  9. JeffS
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    One of the best Sci-fi to hit TV in years
  10. GregS
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    Best Shoe on TV.
  11. JulieE
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    what a joke!!!!! surface and invasion cancelled. who decides this crap, obviously not the viewers. Fall tv will suck.
  12. SherryD
    Sep 21, 2006
    10
    I really injoyed the show. For me it was filled with great lengths of suspense. I was always wondering what was gonna come next, I couldnt wait to see the next show to air. BRING IT BACK.
  13. leighr
    Sep 2, 2006
    10
    please do a season 2
  14. JayVH
    Sep 26, 2006
    10
    bring it back - we love it. We hate when you leave a show hanging!
  15. RobertT
    Sep 4, 2006
    10
    It's a great show and I have waited for the second season to start for some time now. Bring it back please!!!!
  16. MikeM
    Feb 15, 2007
    10
    I'm not a big sci-fi fan but, Surface is the best No matter how busy I was I always made time to watch every episode. This is one show that needs to be brought back!
  17. JamesM.
    Jul 21, 2008
    10
    I loved this show..and never missed a single episode at all...I wish that they would have kept this show on the air. I think its time for a network that will show nothing but canceled shows that audiences enjoy.
  18. KirstenH
    Nov 10, 2005
    10
    Carter jenkins is SOOO hot!!!I am like totally in love with him
  19. AliciaH
    Dec 20, 2005
    10
    Even though I'm about 6 months older than Carter Jenkins I still think hes HOT and SEXY!!!
  20. AleahaB
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    I love the show. It can get boring but i love it. The actors are great and the carter jenkins is a great actor and cute. I LOVE HIM! I want to see more. Its the only thing on Monday nights anyway.
  21. SigridM
    Oct 28, 2006
    10
    Great show
  22. CathyS
    Feb 24, 2006
    10
    Surface had me at nim. This is such a great show for all ages. It's fun; exciting; thrilling and any other wonderful thing that can be said. I am anixously awaiting the second season. So NBC hear us!! We want Surface back.
  23. ChadN
    Mar 13, 2006
    10
    i think that SURFACE was the best show on tv when it was on. i really hope it ill be on for a second season, it would be terrible if it just stopped and we couldn't watch any more of the awesome tv show. SO HOPEFULLY YOU GUYS CAN GET THIS TV SHOW UP FOR A SECOND SEASON
  24. BobW
    Mar 18, 2006
    10
    Does anyone know if "Surface" is coming back for a second season?
  25. MarlysD
    Mar 21, 2006
    10
    Surface was the only show that ws different from, doctors, investigators, lawyers & reality shows. Nimrod is endearing and watching his responses to being with Miles...the two love eachother. I and all my friends, including those on the internet love Nimrod and wnt him back.
  26. ChadD
    Mar 24, 2006
    10
    BEST SHOW ON TV. I love this show and if NBC dosent give it a second season they are crazy. I cant think of one reason this show should not be up for a second season
  27. SteveG
    Mar 24, 2006
    10
    This is a GREAT show and I don't care what critics say. 1st of all they have been know to be wrong MANY TIMES and we're going to base decisions solely on 39 individuals. I think you should let the views decide, obviously you can clearly see that there is a loyal following and it's growing. Give it the time and respect any show deserves compared to all that reality garbage This is a GREAT show and I don't care what critics say. 1st of all they have been know to be wrong MANY TIMES and we're going to base decisions solely on 39 individuals. I think you should let the views decide, obviously you can clearly see that there is a loyal following and it's growing. Give it the time and respect any show deserves compared to all that reality garbage that's out there... for we need a change! The show is great and I enjoy it tremendously!… Expand
  28. BobG
    Mar 28, 2006
    10
    very real actors in an unreal situation...they make it believable and there's something that makes you want to be a part of their experience
  29. LeoniD
    Mar 28, 2006
    10
    I agree with others - this is a breath of fresh air from the reality shows medical and lawyer shows. I love Lost and I put this up there with Lost because they are the only 2 shows that I look forward to watching. NBC PLEASE BRING BACK A 2nd SEASON!!!
  30. susanneh
    Mar 29, 2006
    10
    We watched as a family. My kids and I loved the show. We could not wait for the next week. I was interesting and different. Everything on the tv today is about murder, law, sex, and being gay. I am not against this totally. However, it was nice to actually have a plot that was new....I did not have to keep telling my kids to close their eyes...
  31. carlag
    Apr 13, 2006
    10
    This is one of the best shows on T.V., me and my son watch it every monday. We also would give it an 11 if we could . Those critics don"t know good T.V.
  32. MZV
    May 15, 2006
    10
    Love the show. Hate the show disappeared. Any word on it's return?
  33. Eli
    Jun 14, 2006
    10
    Awsome show. Please bring it back!!!!
  34. SteveM
    Jun 16, 2006
    10
    A great show. What do the "critics" know?!?!
  35. Guilherme
    Jun 21, 2006
    10
    I love Surface, plz come back to the second season,
  36. AmyB
    Jun 22, 2006
    10
    I can't believe this was cancelled.. it was great scifi and the plot was getting better and better...why do they always drop the good stuff?
  37. ReginaB
    Jun 27, 2006
    10
    I've been wondering where the show went. I really looked forword to every week. I can't believe it was cancelled either.
  38. RandyA
    Jul 11, 2006
    10
    I just viewed the SciFi channel's marathon of 7 episodes from season 1. I thought the show was outstanding and kept me on the edge of my seat. Maybe SciFi will pick it up and continue this intruiging story!
  39. JanetS
    Jul 11, 2006
    10
    This show had more surprises than "Lost," and is actually based on real science. This type of speculation about the impact of science and technology on nature is the best of the science fiction genre. Surface is a fast pace drama that offers food for thought.
  40. JeanS
    Jul 11, 2006
    10
    Has this show been cancelled? I hope not, its my favorite show.
  41. mcolwell
    Jul 12, 2006
    10
    Great Show Sci-Fi should pick it up, NBC needs to wake up,taking shows like this off is why its always last in the ratings.
  42. billl
    Jul 13, 2006
    10
    cutting edge graphic's intruiging one of the best sci fi show to date
  43. TylerB.
    Jul 15, 2006
    10
    the critics do take it to hard they probably dont even watch the show. It makes me mad because I wanted to know what happens in the 2nd season but the stupid critics ruined it.
  44. JennD
    Jul 26, 2006
    10
    My favorite show last season! It's a shame NBC shot themselves in the foot by not keeping it!!
  45. ChrisB
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    NBC should be ashamed, This was the first show from NBC I actually watched and enjoyed tremendously. Please rethink your decision.
  46. SigridM
    Aug 15, 2006
    10
    Great show
  47. LudeS
    Aug 16, 2006
    10
    Please brings this show back!!!
  48. AmosL
    Aug 17, 2006
    10
    i can't beleive the critics what the hell show are they looing at this show was great
  49. CarolinO
    Aug 21, 2006
    10
    I rarely watch sci-fi shows. But this one I enjoyed and couldn't wait until the next one. I've been looking to see if it is this fall's lineup! Would very upset if it doesn't return. So......what ever happen to making the viewers happy?!
  50. MandyM
    Aug 22, 2006
    10
    Please bring this show back! My husband and I will be extremely upset if not! We became addicted to the show the first time it aired.
  51. RenaM
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Since the show apperently isn't comming back and som many people liked it so much they should come back w/ a move explaining what happened afterwards. It wouldn't be hard they left the story open enough to go back and explain a lot.
  52. isvarp
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    An imaginative and original show. BRING IT BACK!
  53. MichaelA
    Sep 26, 2006
    10
    This show was one of the first TV series I could sit down and enjoy in about 5 years and trust me i've tried. It was original, innovative and though it didn't seem like it could have lasted longer tha none more season, another 15 episodes could have told the conclusion to the story. We missed out because the Winter Olympics hit, that like life is not fair. 30 episodes have This show was one of the first TV series I could sit down and enjoy in about 5 years and trust me i've tried. It was original, innovative and though it didn't seem like it could have lasted longer tha none more season, another 15 episodes could have told the conclusion to the story. We missed out because the Winter Olympics hit, that like life is not fair. 30 episodes have finished many of my fav. shows, Cowboy Bebop is one of them (yes its a cartoon but it didn't need 2000 episodes like the simpsons.) if anything a Mini-series event should finish out the conclusion.… Expand
  54. SurfaceRulez
    Sep 27, 2006
    10
    Surface was about all that was worth watching last season...
  55. ChristinaH
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    This is one of the best shows I have watched. The suspense was awesome you knew somethings were going to happen but you didn't know if it would turn out like you thought and it didn't. I really hate when networks cut a show after only a few episodes or even a year you leave people haning.
  56. RiannaY
    Nov 14, 2005
    10
    You know what, I LIKE Miles, and I think his part makes the story line even more interesting.
  57. JanetP
    Nov 29, 2005
    10
    I love this program. It gets better and better each week. The best on tv!!
  58. ChrisL
    Nov 12, 2006
    10
    Loved the show..one that I would rush home to see. Am very bummed it is cancelled. All my kids would actually sit and watch quietly for the full hour. Please bring it back!
  59. TroelsM
    Nov 27, 2009
    10
    I loved this show, and was very dissapointed when they cancelled it.
  60. JessTurner
    Mar 8, 2018
    10
    I really wanted to see where this went... but canceled. A good gem for the intrepid to unearth when they tire of the current crop of trash.
  61. Pixel
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    It started of slow and fairly corny but then grew into this amazing story that kept us guessing. The last episode was truely on of the best things I've ever seen on TV, I'm still trying to get my heart rate back down. Here's hoping for season 2 and a DVD release soon.
  62. VincentP
    Nov 10, 2005
    9
    Sometimes I like a show that I can sit back and enjoy. This is one of them. I notice a lot of my friends and some people I don't know spend hours discussing the events of each episode. To me that is the sign of a successful series. I notice a lot of the reviewers don't like it much, that is another sign of a successful series. I only hope the Pate brothers keep the script tight Sometimes I like a show that I can sit back and enjoy. This is one of them. I notice a lot of my friends and some people I don't know spend hours discussing the events of each episode. To me that is the sign of a successful series. I notice a lot of the reviewers don't like it much, that is another sign of a successful series. I only hope the Pate brothers keep the script tight and don't have too many contradictions like the X-Files did, for instance. Give us good and interesting clues, make sure there are logical answers to situations like the crew disappearing from the Topeka, etc. At least this show gives us something each episode not like Invasion.… Expand
  63. JoeM
    Jan 30, 2006
    9
    Awesome show! I can't wait for each episode every week. If you like Sci-fi, but down to earth style, you will love surface!
  64. GM
    Oct 20, 2005
    9
    This is an excellent show. The best of the new sci-fi offerings. Much better than all the reality garbage that litters TV today. Unlike Invasion, where we are yet to see what the darn creatures look like, this show reveals a bit more of the creatures each episode. While it does borrow from other scifi movies, the overall story is quite original.
  65. ScottR
    Dec 6, 2005
    9
    There's essentially three different story lines working at all times on this show. (1) the government cover-up, (2) the sexy protagonist & pal trying to figure out what's going on, and (3) the teenager who adopts an infant creature. Although #3 is a stinker, #1 and #2 are very good. I highly recommend it!
  66. jodym
    Oct 20, 2005
    9
    this is easily one of the best shows this season. who gives a flying ^%^&*()^& what the critics think. they obviously have no idea what good is.
  67. AP
    Jan 3, 2006
    9
    What do the critics know? Of course it's far fetched and at times, most of the time, unbelievable, after all it's Sci-fi! I recommend it, it's a good watch for the entire family.
  68. DuaneS
    Feb 1, 2006
    9
    Love the show. Look forward to each new episode. Beats the hell out of "reality shows". The critics take all the fun out of story telling. They get too artsy fartsy and don't just take things for what they are. I think this is great entertainment! Hope it stays on for as long as possible.
  69. Danielfromthedeep
    Mar 26, 2006
    9
    Intriguing episode after episode, one of the best scifi shows around!!
  70. rong
    Jul 11, 2006
    9
    I think that critics look too hard for what's wrong, instead of giving it a chance first. all of my family and friends loved this show, and were disappointed when it was canned. what a shame. i still hold out hope. the plot has a lot of potential, the effects are good, and the characters are genuine people you root for.
  71. EdwinK
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    I thought it was good TV entertainment.
  72. LionelA
    Jul 6, 2006
    9
    The show started off kinda slow but, really picked up after the first 3 episodes. I loved the show. Bring it back.
  73. PeteR
    Nov 10, 2005
    9
    it is a great show.. I do like the x-files like story line..
  74. JohnJ
    Oct 10, 2005
    9
    The critics are wrong. Though not a high mark in TV drama it is the best new show of the season. Now that might not be saying much but I find in one of the better over all well done TV shows in some time. Filming, character development, plot lines. Now you have to buy into giant sea monsters but thats what Sci Fi is about.
  75. SheridanH
    Oct 17, 2005
    9
    Ok so I'm a geek, but this show is fun and inspite what the critics say, worth watching. I've been a fan of Spielbergs for a long time and I look forward to tracking the crators of this show Josh and Jonas Pates careers. Hopefully this show will last a few seasons. Two words for the critics Bah Humbug!
  76. Chris
    Oct 17, 2005
    9
    I think this is one of the better showings of new premiers in a while. It has good dialogue, good character development, and has enough of a story 'spread' to cover a variety of ages. I think Carter Jenkins is doing a great job and should be commended. I have been looking forward to the way the seemingly random sightings and reports have been building to a place where some of I think this is one of the better showings of new premiers in a while. It has good dialogue, good character development, and has enough of a story 'spread' to cover a variety of ages. I think Carter Jenkins is doing a great job and should be commended. I have been looking forward to the way the seemingly random sightings and reports have been building to a place where some of the characters will eventually come together to take this to the next level. Overall I think this is a great show with a lot of merit. Cheesy? I don't think so. I think it delivers exactly what people look for in television... a chance to escape from the everyday mundane into a life of excitement. Surface is definitely much deeper than the critics have given it credit for.… Expand
  77. JackieL
    Oct 18, 2005
    9
    Great concept, both suspenseful and thought provoking. Characters need to be fleshed out and some gaps to be filled but hopefully the network will let this show grow. Critics missed another one but the fan base should grow and appreciate a good sci fi offering.
  78. [Anonymous]
    Oct 6, 2005
    9
    I enjoy this series
  79. SherriH
    Oct 13, 2006
    9
    Please bring Surface back - it was such a great show!!!!!
  80. KateD
    Oct 9, 2006
    9
    I'm a lit. teacher and I know this show was flawed, but it was flawed in all the right ways! Big, messy, exciting, compelling, and driven by a fantastic female character. I'm so disappointed it is cancelled.
  81. CynthiaF
    Apr 18, 2006
    9
    My whole family loves it and were anxiously waiting for it's return to Monday night.
  82. LanieC
    Jun 20, 2006
    9
    I saw one episode while I was babysitting and was HOOKED! I've showed a little to my mom, it was enough for her to buy our cable back!
  83. RichardS
    Jun 25, 2006
    9
    Show got better as it went along; the characters got more interestin.; Hopefully SciFi chanel will pick it up as the suits at NBC haven't got the brains to continue it. No wonder they are lagging in the ratings war.
  84. DonnaG
    Jun 26, 2006
    9
    This was a very enjoyable Sci-fi. It may not have been feasible, but it sure makes you wonder what the human race is doing to its own environment!! Hey, if it had been a reality show it would have lasted, they should have eaten bugs or maybe walked a tight rope over the creatures. Well maybe fear factor can do that one! Get rid of the 15 minute famers and get back to some teeth sinking shows!!!
  85. JenniferR.
    Jun 29, 2006
    9
    I love this show. I can't wait for the next season. Please bring this show back. You can' just leave us hanging on the roof of a building surrounded by water. Can I have a small version of the creature, like the boy has.
  86. BoG
    Jul 11, 2006
    9
    I loved this show.....figures they would cancel it. I thought it to be one of the best shows on TV. Well..it's not the first tike the jerks that run the networks canceled great shows.
  87. SykviaW
    Jul 23, 2006
    9
    I thought it to be very entertaining. Did not miss an episode. It was good scifi.
  88. LeahK
    Jul 28, 2006
    9
    I liked it, the acting wasnt all that great but it was entertaining, and thats not that easy with all the crap thats on t.v. now-a-days. They should have at least kept it around one more season. Instead they let the stupid critics ruin it.
  89. MashaM
    Apr 15, 2007
    9
    My 9-year-old son and I happened to stumble on the Surface just this year on the re-runs and we are both very disappointed that it only made thru first season. WE are bog fans of the Stargate and that is canceled too. Some people mentioned Lost-- Lost had me lost, it felt like too complex to follow. Maybe Surface was too simple for the critics, but it sure made sense. I am so sick of My 9-year-old son and I happened to stumble on the Surface just this year on the re-runs and we are both very disappointed that it only made thru first season. WE are bog fans of the Stargate and that is canceled too. Some people mentioned Lost-- Lost had me lost, it felt like too complex to follow. Maybe Surface was too simple for the critics, but it sure made sense. I am so sick of getting hooked on the show and have the network cancel it. And, no, Sci-Fi channel won't pick it up either, they really don't care about the fans. It is really too bad!… Expand
  90. RachE.
    Jul 4, 2007
    9
    The intellectual standard must not always be met to deliver an entertaining piece. This show, it one such case. While diverting from plausibility at times each episode is consistently entertaining with a charismatic leading cast. It's a fun hour to have with enough curious plot twists to tickle the imagination. It's a simple, honest show that deserves to be en joyed for the The intellectual standard must not always be met to deliver an entertaining piece. This show, it one such case. While diverting from plausibility at times each episode is consistently entertaining with a charismatic leading cast. It's a fun hour to have with enough curious plot twists to tickle the imagination. It's a simple, honest show that deserves to be en joyed for the purity of what it is. A good program.… Expand
  91. BillD
    Oct 13, 2005
    9
    If you like sci-fi with lots of suspense and mystery this is a great show with lots of potential
  92. JA
    Oct 17, 2005
    9
    this show is great. I look forward to it and why not - it is a lot of fun!
  93. DaveS
    Oct 17, 2005
    9
    I like it. It's the best thing that's happened to network TV in a long time. Up until now, I've had to limit myself to cable channels to watch anything decent, especially Sci-Fi (Stargate, Battlestar, etc) so it's nice to see some quality TV from the networks.
  94. LanceU
    Oct 21, 2005
    9
    This show is pretty sweet. It get's a little cheesy at times and may be drwan out too long and therefore become anticlimactic. However, I can't stop watching it and I can't wait to see what happens next.
  95. JoeH
    Oct 25, 2005
    9
    Since the X-files series wrapped, there has been no good SciFi on the tube. SURFACE seems to be a cross between Jaws and E.T. and has several likeable characters. It can be slow evolving at times, but I rank it better than INVASION but less cerebral than THRESHOLD, having more of a fantasy feel than a thriller. I have gone out of my way to follow this show.
  96. AlfredC
    Dec 2, 2006
    9
    Loved this show
  97. PhillipC
    Mar 19, 2006
    9
    This is the best show that NBC has put out in years. It has captured the limited attention span of my wife (not a scifi fan), three sons (ages 13, 12 and 12), and me (a young baby boomer). NBC has got to get its act together!!!
  98. LESLIEG
    Apr 14, 2006
    9
    Although the storyline is a bit of a reach, that is what makes this show stand apart. The actors and drama in each episode keep the suspense level up enough to justify staying up past bed time to find out what happens next.
  99. oldfogey
    Jun 28, 2006
    9
    Started off weakly, but the the last several shows picked up the plot development pace. Looking forward to Season 2.
  100. MillieH
    Nov 21, 2005
    9
    What an interesting twist. I love this show.
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#60 Best TV Season of 2005
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#41 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

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Metascore
39

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 23
  3. Negative: 12 out of 23
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    30
    It's a bland Spielberg wannabe that doesn't succeed in evoking much creepiness or wonder
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    12
    The most confusing ensemble drama of the new season.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Sid Smith
    40
    Though relentlessly ominous, "Surface" is, so far, only good for surface scares.
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