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Season 2
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 3, 2009
Season #: 2, 1
Metascore
49

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
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Critic Reviews

  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tanner Stransky
    Jan 3, 2011
    75
    The alien-invasion reboot feels sharper and more focused. But the writers do seem obsessed with keeping the humans and Visitors on nearequal footing.
  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Paige Wiser
    Jan 3, 2011
    63
    It's hard to muster up a sense of urgency about V. Mainly, I admire all the pretty people as I wait for the stunning bursts of violence.

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#60 Most Discussed TV Season of 2011

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User Score
6.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 51 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 51
  3. Negative: 6 out of 51
  1. tvphan
    Mar 16, 2011
    9
    Although the show has a few faults (discussed below), it is one of the few intelligent shows on tv (and the only one on ABC). Unlike DetroitAlthough the show has a few faults (discussed below), it is one of the few intelligent shows on tv (and the only one on ABC). Unlike Detroit 1-8-7 and the other mindless drabble on tv today, V has a plot that actually requires viewers to think. I realize many out there consider this to be too difficult, but for those people who feel the need for a little brain stimulation, V is excellent! There are many intellectual levels to this show and it's one of those shows I think and talk about for hours after I watched the latest episode. The reason for me that it's a 9 and not a 10 is that the plot can be a bit choppy. I don't like that there's a new plot against the Vs every week...I'd like to see a little more build-up over time. Also, I think the writers have missed some great opportunities for some really good storylines (which is understandable, given that ABC cut their episodes down to 10 this season). If ABC does not renew for one more FULL season (I'm talking a 16 or more episode season), I don't think they'll be able to neatly wrap up the story and it will absolutely be the end of ABC for me.… Full Review »
  2. CritiqueGirl
    Feb 23, 2011
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Possible Spoilers!! So, the original, way back when, was really exciting. It stinks by today's standards. However, I had hoped the new series would have provided the same cool sci-fi effect on me but I find I am waiting....wait for it.....wait for it.....and nothing happens. The acting is good, but the scripts are not. Whenever there is a plot twist, it is ho-hum. Who cares if the baby is suddenly growing up. Big deal there are bug like creatures in the pills. So what if Diana (her character is the only one whose name I can remember) may finally be able to communicate with the outside world. The only character I can say I really liked was the husband. Oh well. For young adults those kids are BORES!!â… Full Review »
  3. Ethan24
    Mar 17, 2011
    8
    V Season 2 is a huge step up from the back half of season 1s episodes! I just got through watching the season 2 finale and let me tell you, ifV Season 2 is a huge step up from the back half of season 1s episodes! I just got through watching the season 2 finale and let me tell you, if this show is not picked up for a 3d season there will be hell-to-pay ABC!!!!!… Full Review »
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