The Watch (2021)

BBC America | Release Date: January 3, 2021

3.1	USER SCORE Generally unfavorable reviews based on 30 Ratings

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arraenMar 10, 2021

It's not connected to Pratchett books soul. But it's fresh and entertaining. Have a great music and characters. Tarkovsky's Stalker is not really connected to Strugatskie's book. And Fallout 3 is not a Fallout 1,2 continuation. But it's not aIt's not connected to Pratchett books soul. But it's fresh and entertaining. Have a great music and characters. Tarkovsky's Stalker is not really connected to Strugatskie's book. And Fallout 3 is not a Fallout 1,2 continuation. But it's not a problem, they still great.… Expand

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HitomeboreMar 16, 2021

Very interesting TV show, I don t advise compare this TV show with a book. At first it seems that TV show will be boring and stupid but At first it seems that TV show will be boring and stupid but later you get used to the characters and wantVery interesting TV show, I don t advise compare this TV show with a book. At first it seems that TV show will be boring and stupid but At first it seems that TV show will be boring and stupid but later you get used to the characters and want to get to know them more.… Expand

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jrossreviewsJan 11, 2021

I've never read the books the show is based on. I really like this show. I love the over-the-top British humor and the characters honestly have me interested for more. The city they work in is interesting and I love the Goblins who only wantI've never read the books the show is based on. I really like this show. I love the over-the-top British humor and the characters honestly have me interested for more. The city they work in is interesting and I love the Goblins who only want workers rights. The show isn't the best fantasy show out there, but it is good and very fun. I'm excited for the next episode.… Expand

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MottyFeb 13, 2021

It's madder than a basket of snakes and isn't faithful to the books, but as a standalone series it's fun and engaging, and the casting is excellent. Many of the user-reviews here will be disparaging of the series for one of two reasons.It's madder than a basket of snakes and isn't faithful to the books, but as a standalone series it's fun and engaging, and the casting is excellent. Many of the user-reviews here will be disparaging of the series for one of two reasons. Either that it isn't true to STP's Discworld canon, or, that they object to the 'woke' nature of the series. The first reason has some validity because it would have been nice if a faithful telling of the 'Guards' sub-series already existed, because then I think this series would be less contronversial a la BBC's Sherlock series. The second reason is due to some people on the right who are engaging in tactics like review bombing. Which to be frank is a bit pathetic. If you don't like the idea of something then don't watch it, or at least, before you make a judgement and post a negative review actually make an effort to properly watch the show.… Expand

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ArienBJan 11, 2021

If you allow them the leeway they took with the source material, its actually a decent show. Richard Dormer gives a great performance and Jo Eaton-Kent's Cheery is the glue that keeps that band of misfits together. The setting is rich andIf you allow them the leeway they took with the source material, its actually a decent show. Richard Dormer gives a great performance and Jo Eaton-Kent's Cheery is the glue that keeps that band of misfits together. The setting is rich and detailed, but it does takes a bit of time to adjust to the punk themed world.
I like the books and was prepared to hate this show after they released the hideous first trailer. Bit I find myself liking this almost against my will.… Expand

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CamboBagginsMar 3, 2021

Entertaining, and great aesthetic and an interesting interpretation.
Take it as it is, an adaptation. I think it is impossible to please everyone, or capture what they interpreted in their readings.
The changes and tweaks made from the sourceEntertaining, and great aesthetic and an interesting interpretation.
Take it as it is, an adaptation. I think it is impossible to please everyone, or capture what they interpreted in their readings.
The changes and tweaks made from the source make for an interesting interpretation, but it still has some of the original whimsy and humour. I am hoping for a season 2 to see how the plot and characters develop.
The more gritty, punk modern/ fantasy aesthetic is visually cool and I personally love it. The diverse cast/ characters also brilliant, adding a representation of our own world. Coupled with the more aesthetically mish mash setting make Ankh Morpork feel like a huge cosmopolitan metropolis that has a history and plenty more stories to tell.… Expand

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Harras185Apr 15, 2021

I read most of the books by Terry Pratchett. Those with Vines and watch was my favourite. Before watching this TV show by BBC I was sceptical, I saw all bad reviews but wanted to form my own opinion. It is entertaining, original and evenI read most of the books by Terry Pratchett. Those with Vines and watch was my favourite. Before watching this TV show by BBC I was sceptical, I saw all bad reviews but wanted to form my own opinion. It is entertaining, original and even though it is only inspired by Pratchett's work (not canon), it does make it honor.… Expand

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WalimWToApr 10, 2022

This is one of the most fun shows created in recent years... if you allow it to stand on it own merit. I agree - it is terrible as adaptation, but great as standalone series. I read all Discworld books and yet I'm waiting for season 2!

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