Westworld

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO , SKA
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 2, 2016
Season #: 4, 3, 3, 2, 1
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  1. LatinCritic13
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    If you watched the original 1970s sci-fi flick of Michael Crichton's Westworld or watched other terrific shows or films like Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Stranger Things, The Matrix, Ex-Machina or even played video games like Red Dead Redemption or Mass Effect. I highly recommend you to binge onto this show even though you haven't watched the original Westworld. I gotta tell ya thatIf you watched the original 1970s sci-fi flick of Michael Crichton's Westworld or watched other terrific shows or films like Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Stranger Things, The Matrix, Ex-Machina or even played video games like Red Dead Redemption or Mass Effect. I highly recommend you to binge onto this show even though you haven't watched the original Westworld. I gotta tell ya that this show really does feel like that you are diving into the story of Red Dead Redemption or The Matrix combined but it sets in the old wild west with androids! The production design, the outstanding writing, the notable actors, and the soundtrack composed by Game of Thrones' and Prison Breaks' Ramin Djawadi is superb! Trust me, it's awesome, it's gripping as hell, it's sexy, it's bloody epic, and quite yet romantic!

    PS: I think that A LOT of people will start doing their theories like what they're doing to other shows and this show is one of them and it will get millions of people watching this. Good job HBO for bringing this terrific show onto your lineup! :)    … Expand
  2. AljosaO
    Jan 17, 2017
    8
    After a promising pilot, couple of uneven episodes followed. But after episode 6 Westworld became one of the best dramas with constant twists and turns. It is an important drama, which depicts problems of future technology, people's loneliness and our urge to run off to an imaginary world. Let's hope for even better season 2!
  3. CineAutoctono
    Mar 6, 2018
    8
    "Westworld" was undoubtedly one of the jewels of the HBO chain, after the super famous "Game of Thrones", the performances were good, the visual effects are wonderful and the story is a sadistic and interesting journey.
  4. marqpas
    Feb 3, 2018
    10
    I loved it from the beginning to the end. It's like a giant puzzle in a dream. Great acting, visuals, story and music. A few scenes are etched in my memory forever. (Ford, Theresa and the glass of wine, awesome.)
  5. wesker2012
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    One of the best AI sci-fi tv shows in all of the tv/movie industry. One of my favorite shows. Great production values as well as top notch acting and thought provoking themes.
  6. JB_Bees
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    If you're not watching this show, you're missing out. I mean this is FANTASTIC entertainment. Even the male nudity didn't bother me, the plot carried it out.
  7. geistreiches
    Mar 16, 2018
    10
    never did i watch a season 2 times, I'm now starting my 3rd run through.. its fantastic, try using a headset for this one, the music is amazing, its a real experience.. awesome, i hope this series will last long, it fits so well in our time.. amazing, thanks
  8. xsinx
    Jun 21, 2017
    10
    This is a masterpiece of a show, seriously, I've watched pretty much every series out there and this one in my opinion is well above all the others. Granted, it's not for everyone, it's a show with A LOT of subtlety that many people will not notice, a ton of twists and secrets (Game of Thrones has nothing on this and that's saying a lot) and during the whole show, you are constantlyThis is a masterpiece of a show, seriously, I've watched pretty much every series out there and this one in my opinion is well above all the others. Granted, it's not for everyone, it's a show with A LOT of subtlety that many people will not notice, a ton of twists and secrets (Game of Thrones has nothing on this and that's saying a lot) and during the whole show, you are constantly presented with two possibilities, a ton of circumstantial evidence pointing towards BOTH possibilities and it ends up just being a mind twister to an impossible level. You know how when you watch a show you suddenly figure it out "oh this guy is the one who killed that guy"... That kind of moment happens hundreds of times in this show and you never quite get the confirmation and even when you do, you are never quite sure, it's really a master puzzle. I didn't think it was possible to create such a rich and complex plot, we really live in a special time, I'm in awe before this show.

    I HIGHLY recommend you do not read any spoilers before watching, and contrary to many, I would strongly advise against binge watching this show. You really need to watch each episode with eyes and mind wide open and take time to let each episode sink in. I rewatched each episode twice before watching the next (I was watching it as the show aired) and this really increased my enjoyment by miles.

    A must watch, a true masterpiece, best TV show there ever was in my opinion. Also, the acting is beyond top notch, I don't understand how all this went totally unrewarded. Hopkins delivers the performance of his life, it's a true miracle to watch him go at it.    … Expand
  9. canada123
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    WOW. This series absolutely blowed me away. Everything about it is perfect, from the music to the characterization to the directing. Everything comes together and it makes the audience truly question what it means to be human.
  10. sacredninja
    Oct 8, 2017
    10
    Prestigious Television from beginning to end! Incredible music composition from Ramin Djawadi! Excellent cinematography! **** Plot twists! Everything is amazing! Do yourself a favor and watch this beautiful show!

    Better than most movies!
  11. Welkerlan
    Sep 26, 2017
    10
    Definely one the the best first seasons i ever seen, the writing is close from being perfect and acting is perfect. The production value, the locations are beautiful and the CGI is so perfect you don't even notice it's there. Some people complain about the pacing, but i personaly feel that the show moves on at the right time, in a way that the plots are set up well enough for you to careDefinely one the the best first seasons i ever seen, the writing is close from being perfect and acting is perfect. The production value, the locations are beautiful and the CGI is so perfect you don't even notice it's there. Some people complain about the pacing, but i personaly feel that the show moves on at the right time, in a way that the plots are set up well enough for you to care about what's coming.

    You should definely give a chance, you may not like as much as me, but i'm sure it's worth your time.    … Expand
  12. Kire_92
    Mar 6, 2018
    9
    This show got more and more interesting for every episode. It felt like anything could happen and the story was unpredictable. The plot was intriguing and it was a good mix of different and interesting characters. And the performance of the actors was awesome!
  13. ChimpyMatlock
    Apr 15, 2018
    10
    This show is so good, so expertly produced, I just have to give it 10 out of 10. it starts with the casting and character development. It all unfolds so well, and the leads have the necessary range to make it look gradual and natural.

    In particular, Evan Rachel Wood, Jeffrey Wright, Antony Hopkins and Ed Harris show why they have such stellar reputations. The set design and writing is    This show is so good, so expertly produced, I just have to give it 10 out of 10. it starts with the casting and character development. It all unfolds so well, and the leads have the necessary range to make it look gradual and natural.

    In particular, Evan Rachel Wood, Jeffrey Wright, Antony Hopkins and Ed Harris show why they have such stellar reputations. The set design and writing is also of the highest caliber. I simply cannot see how this could be done any better.

    I am truly looking forward to season two, and once you finish season one, i think you'll feel the same way.    … Expand
  14. AphoticJackal
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I have never seen a Television production do what Westworld has done. The show brings to the table so many characters that you follow through this thrilling, twisting, and turning puzzle of a story. Much of the show's brilliance is carried by Sir Anthony Hopkins, whose decades of acting work shine through in a dazzling performance, and by far the most impressive of the cast. By the endI have never seen a Television production do what Westworld has done. The show brings to the table so many characters that you follow through this thrilling, twisting, and turning puzzle of a story. Much of the show's brilliance is carried by Sir Anthony Hopkins, whose decades of acting work shine through in a dazzling performance, and by far the most impressive of the cast. By the end of the 1st season of the show, you are left shocked, and satisfied with the incredible acting and writing presented throughout.… Expand
  15. valerian
    Dec 10, 2016
    7
    Westworld is a bag of Cheetos. Can be very addicting and you can’t stop watching it .But still, it’s junk and far from the best thing ever.

    PROS +The amount of money spent on episode looking pretty could’ve cured cancer. Looks great though! + Ed Harris and James Marsden’s characters were the most interesting, especially when contrasted to each other. The evil guy could never get    Westworld is a bag of Cheetos. Can be very addicting and you can’t stop watching it .But still, it’s junk and far from the best thing ever.

    PROS

    +The amount of money spent on episode looking pretty could’ve cured cancer. Looks great though!

    + Ed Harris and James Marsden’s characters were the most interesting, especially when contrasted to each other. The evil guy could never get killed and while the nice guy is the butt monkey who dies a lot.

    + VERY interesting premise. This actually would be adapted well into a video game.

    + GREAT first episode. Sadly it lead to something far from what I was hoping.

    CONS

    - Editing after episode 5 took a nosedive. Scenes transition oddly, and episodes end with one scene and then begin with something else, making you question what happened.

    - Some major plot holes are never left explained. Biggest being WHY do the Asian tech want to help Maeve or how does security not notice her odd behavior earlier if there are supposed to be cameras EVERYWHERE?

    - All of the predictable theories you have turn true. And it leaves you to be unsatisfied.

    -All of the humans, even the good ones, turn out to be bad. Leaving you no reason other than to support a robot rebellion.

    - A lot of the characters are boring—I never got any feeling of them being unique or that interesting.

    Overall, series had potential that’s squandered. From the first episode, I was expecting a series that wanted to ask what humanity actually means. To show the bad but the good and in between as well.

    That however never happens, and the topic is presented in a black-and-white, juvenile matter and the show turns to be about rebellion/freedom that's always doomed to fail.

    Overall, it’s a B. Will watch 2nd season though.    … Expand
  16. Palladium-46
    Dec 5, 2016
    10
    After the superbly climactic and cathartic season finale, one is left wondering whether there will ever be another TV show like this one, because surely there hasn't been one before... Furthermore, even though I hate to sound overenthusiastic, there are a lot of philosophy and psychology classes that would benefit from the questions on emergent conscience and epiphenomenalism that thisAfter the superbly climactic and cathartic season finale, one is left wondering whether there will ever be another TV show like this one, because surely there hasn't been one before... Furthermore, even though I hate to sound overenthusiastic, there are a lot of philosophy and psychology classes that would benefit from the questions on emergent conscience and epiphenomenalism that this show plays around with. The last two episodes in particular, where the characters unravel and the plot gains in complexity, leave you at the edge of your seat constantly guessing, wondering what's next and finally realizing, that you have immersed yourself to such a great extent in the story-line, that you have suspended all disbelief that a world like the one depicted in the show, could actually one day really exist.… Expand
  17. Brozzzzi
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    Absolutely BRILLIANT show. A renaissance in acting from all cast members, stunning set & costume design, and mind bending concept & writing. Evan Rachel Wood is especially phenomenal in this role.
  18. tomray
    Nov 9, 2016
    9
    First show in a decade that made me count towards each new episode to come (and watch repeats in the mean time). The story takes you on a slow multi-level journey,, of which I only can assume these basic pieces will peel offl in place of an ever bigger mystery . The Nolan team has already proven to be capable of deep original storytelling, with a speciality of lifting a basic childishFirst show in a decade that made me count towards each new episode to come (and watch repeats in the mean time). The story takes you on a slow multi-level journey,, of which I only can assume these basic pieces will peel offl in place of an ever bigger mystery . The Nolan team has already proven to be capable of deep original storytelling, with a speciality of lifting a basic childish memory (superheroes, dreams, magic, time travel, wild west...) into mature thought-provocative masterpieces (that is if you are willing to invest the time needed). Whatver conclusion this ride will guido you to, you''re in the company of an authentic yet again phenomenal Anthony Hopkins, a convincing timebomb Evan Rachel Wood and an equally developingJimmi Simpson, in a wonderful universe that keeps expanding eeach episode. And... Don't forget to check the genius soundtrack by composer Ramin Djawadi,… Expand
  19. ablaise82
    Dec 22, 2016
    9
    Amazing effects, a deeply insightful and psychological message, and a brilliant yet simple idea of the future lay grounds for these fantastic actors to portray some of the darkest scenes Iv'e seen on TV.
  20. IrishShark13
    Nov 22, 2016
    9
    Brilliant cinematography. Beautiful score and elegantly constructed modern music set to the western genre. Superb acting throughout all aspects of the narrative. Thought provoking plot and addictive storytelling. Wonderfully put together show with underlining details that rivals what "Lost" set forth in character development and narrative curiosity. 9/10 with two episodes left. Excited toBrilliant cinematography. Beautiful score and elegantly constructed modern music set to the western genre. Superb acting throughout all aspects of the narrative. Thought provoking plot and addictive storytelling. Wonderfully put together show with underlining details that rivals what "Lost" set forth in character development and narrative curiosity. 9/10 with two episodes left. Excited to know it has been renewed for a second season. Fantastic series, a must watch HBO original.… Expand
  21. Demorase
    Oct 12, 2016
    10
    After episode 2 I am fully on board and ready to say that Westworld is an amazing show. Not that episode 1 didn't show potential and very strong qualities, but it lacked something special to hook me, which episode 2 definitely had.

    Episode 1 was a questionable entry point into the series in introducing Westworld from the point of view of the hosts (the robots) who at that point in time    After episode 2 I am fully on board and ready to say that Westworld is an amazing show. Not that episode 1 didn't show potential and very strong qualities, but it lacked something special to hook me, which episode 2 definitely had.

    Episode 1 was a questionable entry point into the series in introducing Westworld from the point of view of the hosts (the robots) who at that point in time have no sentience or humanity yet. If your protagonist is completely passive and can't really feel, understand or remember anything then you don't really have a reason to care and that was in my opinion a mistake for a pilot. It did however do some very heavy lifting in introducing the concepts of the park, the mythology, and how it's run. Also Dolores really wasn't a strong enough character yet to carry a pilot, she will no doubt gain depth in future episode though.

    Episode 2 was in my opinion the real pilot. Introducing Westworld from the point of view of a visitor which was vital and perfectly done. It showed exactly why people would go to that place, what the experience is like, and the metaphor for video games was very clever, with the process of entering the park very much resembling a character creation in an RPG game. Overall a very strong episode with many twists and turns, while also being satisfying as a stand alone episode. Can't wait for episode 3.    … Expand
  22. Matchbox
    Jan 27, 2017
    4
    Well, there's ten hours of my life I'll never get back. I just finished watching season one of Westworld and, as Shakespeare almost wrote, it's a lot of sound and fury and slick HBO production values signifying nothing.

    The show doesn't really succeed as highbrow TV-as-literature because it doesn't seem to have anything significant to say about the human condition. (You know, what it    Well, there's ten hours of my life I'll never get back. I just finished watching season one of Westworld and, as Shakespeare almost wrote, it's a lot of sound and fury and slick HBO production values signifying nothing.

    The show doesn't really succeed as highbrow TV-as-literature because it doesn't seem to have anything significant to say about the human condition. (You know, what it means to be a *real* person living in the *real* world.) Instead, it churns out lots of half-baked head nods to concepts like consciousness, the nature of reality and violent patriarchy without ever really saying much. Yes, it does obliquely raise a few interesting questions but ultimately comes off as so much intellectual masturbation. As for characterization, another necessary ingredient of quality fiction, well, not so much. Where are the authentic, three-dimensional people, shaded with good and evil, with whom we can connect? While I was somewhat invested in a few characters early on, by the end, the show didn't really provide me with any character I could empathize with or ultimately cared much about. I think the show's creators made a fatal mistake in expecting the audience to view the robots, rather than the humans, as the protagonists; these are "characters" who cannot die, age or become ill and who may or may not actually have free will or the capacity to love. Yet we are to identify with them?

    OK, so the show doesn't live up to its artistic pretensions as "serious" TV. But unfortunately, it doesn't really excel at being fun escapist popcorn entertainment either (think Cinemax rather than HBO). And that's because the show is too slow, too repetitive, too numbingly violent, too lacking in consequences, often with plot points that feel like moving chess pieces around the board for no good reason. Yes, there are some exciting bits and some genuinely fun plot twists and answers to mysteries (as well as some real let-downs, like "the maze"), but where the season ultimately takes us, with the robot uprising we all knew MUST be coming before we even started watching the show, is too little pay-off for the time spent on the meandering (and at times, confusing) road there.

    In the end, I don't hate Westworld. Some (though not all) of the performances are quite good and the production values are sumptuous. The show is a real spectacle. But I am disappointed by it. It offered a premise that seemed to be brimming with potential (even more so than The Man in the High Castle, another show I abandoned after an unfulfilling first season). But in the end, Westworld turned out to be a clinical, meaningless, postmodern meta-ode to nihilism. Yawn.    … Expand
  23. rajendra82
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    The premier was incredible. Lovely photography and music, and an incredibly interesting scifi story line that seems to have many layers of narratives happening at once. It was tricky to follow it all in one viewing, but that's what DVRs are meant for. This show looks like it is going to be a very rewarding viewing.
  24. Catchy
    Dec 1, 2016
    10
    Best series I've ever watched! Great acting, good chemistry between actors and story is unbelievable good, every episode there's a mind-blowing twist, amazing story writing for each and every episode.
  25. benoski
    Oct 5, 2016
    10
    I loved the pilot! I think the show has the potential to be the next big for for HBO.

    Parts of it reminded me of certain video games, such as Skyrim, Red Dead Redemption and even Mass Effect to name a few.

    I'm hinged, and I can't wait to see where this show goes. After the first season, I'll probably check out the original film.
  26. ketr1
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    Luke Cage have a higher rating then Westworld i dont know on what planet we life on.
    this show is very good for me a 9/10 its only getting better. i saw Luke Cage and that show get from me a 4/10 the 6 episode i think by my self wtf i'm looking at bad acting ****
    Westworld 2e episode got me thinking like wtf this is a very good show love it.
  27. nj06
    Jan 19, 2017
    4
    I watched the entire first (and last for me) season in one binging week, hoping I would finally start to like this show. Instead, my interest diminished with each passing episode. What I did like about this show are beautiful vistas of southern Utah and acting by Anthony Hopkins and Ed Harris. Other actors were OK but I found their characters uninteresting. In fact, I was totally boredI watched the entire first (and last for me) season in one binging week, hoping I would finally start to like this show. Instead, my interest diminished with each passing episode. What I did like about this show are beautiful vistas of southern Utah and acting by Anthony Hopkins and Ed Harris. Other actors were OK but I found their characters uninteresting. In fact, I was totally bored with this show and I did not find it compelling at all. People rave about the level of production, but the climax fight scene as the hosts are making their way out from the complex was on a network TV drama show level (clumsy and clunky). So is the acting of the actress portraying the "madam". All the shooting and violence is so pointless and repetitive. Overall, a slow moving tedium of a show based on a premise about robots that is as worn out as it is silly.… Expand
  28. Adspe
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    I just watched the 3rd episode and wow, what an amazing show. The plot twists and depth of story raise the bar for modern TV and frankly movies as well. This has some of the most amazing scripting I have ever seen. Of course it has the splash of action, nudity and sex everyone wants too. But man that stuff is just the side dish to phenomenal story and what is shaping up to be one of theI just watched the 3rd episode and wow, what an amazing show. The plot twists and depth of story raise the bar for modern TV and frankly movies as well. This has some of the most amazing scripting I have ever seen. Of course it has the splash of action, nudity and sex everyone wants too. But man that stuff is just the side dish to phenomenal story and what is shaping up to be one of the best TV shows of all time. The characters just get more and more complex as the show goes on, with some really interesting twists. Cant wait to see more. Hope they keep this up, I originally started watching it thinking this would be a good filler for stuff like GOT and a few other shows I enjoy that are off season. But Westworld might have just replaced them!… Expand
  29. Mathrim99
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    Based on the pilot, this has all the hallmarks to be a great tv-show. Intriguing plot, philosophical questions, just like classic sci-fi should be. Makes me think of the classic authors Asimov, Clarke, Heinlein. Looking forward to next week.
  30. ldks
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    One heck of a tv series `.. ! Although it might seem strange, I compare this stuff with GoT (season 1).. I am going to watch the entire season to draw conclusions but the first episode was great!
  31. vcca15
    Oct 26, 2016
    10
    I literally can not believe there are people giving this a negative review, then again, people voted for Trump lol. Regardless, excellent show, exciting, interesting premise. It's one of those shows where you can't wait to see how deep it goes and in what direction, the possibilities are crazy, not knowing who is real, what timeline you may or may not be in, so many questions.
  32. EasyTab
    Oct 12, 2016
    10
    In the near future a high-tech, highly realistic adult amusement park called Delos features theme parks of various designs. These worlds are populated with lifelike androids that are practically indistinguishable from human beings, each programmed in character for their assigned historical environment. Based on the feature film that was created over three decades ago by Michael Crichton,In the near future a high-tech, highly realistic adult amusement park called Delos features theme parks of various designs. These worlds are populated with lifelike androids that are practically indistinguishable from human beings, each programmed in character for their assigned historical environment. Based on the feature film that was created over three decades ago by Michael Crichton, Who is also known for his work in Jurassic Park. Considering the names that are behind this colossal project, it goes without saying that I had high hopes for this series. I am someone that isn't easily impressed. At least, that's what I'm told. So, When I say this show has surpassed my wildest expectations, it should give you an idea of what awaits you. Emphasis on "idea". As, this is one of those shows that is hard to describe. Mainly because it renders a world where the only limit is your imagination. It thrives on human desire, or another way to phrase it, human design. HBO has invested a whopping one hundred million dollars on this project and I for one hope they get there moneys worth because this series deserves it.… Expand
  33. Riflenator1234
    Dec 5, 2016
    10
    Critics are stupid. This show has to be one of the most satisfying things I've seen in ages. It's excellent from start to end, and even if the second season is terrible, the first season stands perfectly well on its own. You're doing yourself a massive disservice if you haven't seen it.
  34. Serenityinaz12
    Nov 27, 2016
    10
    This show is unbelievable. There were a few episodes earlier in the season that were good but not amazing, but man has this season gotten good. Overall I'm blown away and would put this already as my #3 tv show of all time with X-files #1 and Breaking Bad #2
  35. GuerillaTaktics
    Oct 30, 2016
    10
    Critics are being way overly hard on this one, as they are with most science fiction. This is really good solid entertaining sci fi with an excellent concept and a great adaptation of a classic, with the same creator as jurassic park.
  36. ozymandiaz
    Oct 18, 2016
    10
    Oh wow, HBO is coming through again. True Detective...Game of Thrones...Westworld. This show is on that level. Excellent acting, thought provoking and amazing production quality. Through the first three episodes I am thoroughly impressed.
  37. bentleeonasis
    Oct 31, 2016
    9
    I am not a fan of sci-fi but strangely enough this tickles my fancy! Sooooo good and I can only see it getting better. Sparks conversation and gets your thinking about the world and who is truly in control! Episode 1 was hard to understand but 2 and 3 does all the explaining for you!
  38. Metamule1970
    Nov 23, 2016
    10
    I loved it. Coud NOT stop and Saw the hole 10 episodes the same Night. A masterpice with so many Well written chareters Good plot and Great acting. I do love storis's with ai in Them. it is a easy Way to make us reflektere on our own live. Much better than game of thrownes with less plot holes.
  39. zubarsky
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    I thought the show was going OK and i liked it at first. But, it keeps getting better. After watching tonights episode (11/6) I had to go online and give it my support. It's really getting good.
  40. Voodoo123
    Dec 14, 2018
    9
    + Best in class cinematography
    + Exceptional cast
    + Exceptional soundtrack
    + Great re-imagined plot from the original film
    - Episodes drag their heels in places....

    If you are a fan of sci-fi or the original you owe it to yourself to try watching at least the first couple of episodes.... Really welll made show!
  41. bogmire
    Nov 14, 2016
    9
    This is the best new show on TV right now. The critics are being their usual out of touch, "if its not about minorities in some trendy city being quirky and/or oppressed its crap" selves, but this is really good. It distills a lot of ideas from other media into an entertaining, thrilling, and cerebral experience. Its not perfect, but man is it good.
  42. alfred_dune
    Dec 28, 2016
    5
    After one season it reminds me of almost all the Nolan brother's work, aside from Momento, in that it is so full of ambition that it ends up like a big directionless mass of unchiseled possibility.
  43. beachldy
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    Stimulating and intriguing from the onset, this is a series totally fun to watch! If anyone loves a mix of science fiction and the Old West, this is the show not to miss from HBO. Even finishing the first episode will leave you with questions, like..... "Who is Ed Harris's character in "actuality", and what is the mission he's on? " Love it!
  44. jonnybgoode
    Nov 19, 2016
    10
    Multiple and intricate Plot Lines, great acting, and a seamless movement between the future and the past make this a great show. I look forward to each new episode.
  45. Sepehr_Ai
    Oct 5, 2016
    10
    After observing a wide range of reviews and criticisms I felt obliged to inform those people that they are in big misunderstanding.Thy think the show is using nudity and violence in order to get audience's attention riveted on the show in order to make money.Well They're not.Actually they are questioning the reality of our nature.They are asking questions about where we are heading towardsAfter observing a wide range of reviews and criticisms I felt obliged to inform those people that they are in big misunderstanding.Thy think the show is using nudity and violence in order to get audience's attention riveted on the show in order to make money.Well They're not.Actually they are questioning the reality of our nature.They are asking questions about where we are heading towards and how we are gonna end in following decades considering the evolution of AI.They are obviously using violence and nudity to criticize it.That how future human wants to make his unmitigated fantasies come true.In fact Nolan is trying to refute the matter of rape and violence by using those in his show.So haters please shut down because we want to enjoy the thoughtful project.… Expand
  46. LordoftheDance
    Oct 4, 2016
    10
    Pilot was fantastic. You can tell it's definitely supposed to be more action packed than GoT, which a lot of people are comparing it to since it's on HBO. Have to say.. It's a fun ride so far. Loving all the characters both in Westworld and at the base.
  47. Qldgamer
    Oct 15, 2016
    9
    Great show with some interesting weaving of ideas. But the over use of course language by the staff seems out of place, and is not required. It will be interesting to see where the series goes.
  48. Dronics123
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    Excellent, gritty, beautifully crafted and acted. The premiere sets the scene for a very exciting series indeed. I can already see this series becoming classic in the future.
  49. ozymandias79
    Dec 6, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Westworld was an interesting ride but I don't think the producers pulled off what they were aiming for. I don't know if it was too ambitious for the people involved or what, but that last episode was too WTF. The reveal was stupid and contradicted a previous plot point. The last episode is a real disappointment. May be the producers should have figured out the meaning of the maze before trying to explain it. So what's next? Samuraiworld?… Expand
  50. Targayrean
    Dec 4, 2016
    10
    This is the best season of television I've ever seen. But, it's not the best television show. Only time will tell if it becomes a Breaking Bad. Certainly Westworld is a 10 hours or so well spent. I'm greedy for more but since it is such a heavy show I don't see how it can push the envelope.
  51. ebilcake
    Oct 5, 2016
    10
    Must watch series, great cast and first episode was a great introduction to the concept for anyone who hasn't seen the firm.

    Looking forward to the next episode.
  52. ShTeEnArMy
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    This show is the definition of high quality. The acting is phenomenal, the cinematography is fantastic, the set design is amazing, the special effects are on par with most high budget films, and the music is emotionally moving. An unbelievable amount of detail has been put the creation of this show. Although there are some slow-moving scenes throughout and it is not as grand as Game ofThis show is the definition of high quality. The acting is phenomenal, the cinematography is fantastic, the set design is amazing, the special effects are on par with most high budget films, and the music is emotionally moving. An unbelievable amount of detail has been put the creation of this show. Although there are some slow-moving scenes throughout and it is not as grand as Game of Thrones, Westworld will grab you and reel you in with its intricate plot.… Expand
  53. sefrabu
    Dec 12, 2016
    9
    I love the way the TV is turning to producing series that don't have hundreds of episodes but make you watch those few over and over again to appreciate every detail packed into every minute. An action / sci-fi / philosophical piece that does not offend your intelligence - a rare gem on your screen.
  54. Kamyego
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    weight cast! interesting series elaborate! looks like a game of real life where everyone in the world Wild West plays its part ... I'm quite looking forward to the next episodes ....
  55. Bmanne
    Oct 29, 2016
    9
    Amazing story and great acting makeup a show with multiple possibilities, if they keep going in this direction its sure to be hit., and I'm not a HBO employee.
  56. SoBtRy
    Dec 5, 2016
    10
    Right up there with some of the best seasons of television I have ever watched. I'd probably put it below Season 4 of The Wire, but man, this was brilliant.
  57. Pedro10alves
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    This show is fantastic!!! Beautiful cinematography, excellent acting and terrific script!! What else do you want? The team behind did an excellent job at respecting the original script of Michael Crichton and somehow make it fresh!!
  58. JoyBell
    Nov 30, 2016
    10
    Great show. GOT season 1 quality.. I believe it has great potential, waiting on season finale. The plot twists did NOT dissapoint.. I hope season 2 will be as good as 1.
  59. Big_Bear
    Dec 8, 2016
    5
    The series starts off very strongly, but unfortunately is increasingly destroyed by the Thandie Newton storyline, which is truly, truly terrible, whoever wrote it should be fired immediately.

    To anyone who hasn't yet watched the series I won't spoil much so you can read on - basically as anyone with any knowledge of the Westworld movie or sci-fi in general could have guessed, the robots    The series starts off very strongly, but unfortunately is increasingly destroyed by the Thandie Newton storyline, which is truly, truly terrible, whoever wrote it should be fired immediately.

    To anyone who hasn't yet watched the series I won't spoil much so you can read on - basically as anyone with any knowledge of the Westworld movie or sci-fi in general could have guessed, the robots or 'hosts' in the Westworld them park begin to become slef aware and question their own existence, classic, textbook sci-fi, fine. About a third of the way through the series the character of Maeve played by the awful Thandie Newton becomes self aware, again, fine. However the storyline quickly evolves in truly ludicrous, contradictory and senseless fashion and ruins pretty much the entire show with it's stupidity.

    Again without spoiling too much, she starts communicating with 2 human techs who repair the robot hosts, but then, for not explainable reason whatsoever, she begins ordering them around and threatening them, despite the FACT that they could literally shut her down at any moment and that she could in no way threaten them whatsoever. It's just so unbelievably stupid. Add to that the additional fact that Thandie Newton is about as intimidating as a hamster and it just adds to the frustration.

    Including that awful excuse for a storyline, there are 2 others that run alongside each other, one featuring creator of the park Anthony Hopkins and his mysterious departed business partner is particularly good. Again though, even it is sullied by the Thandie Newton rubbish.

    Watch this series if you like sci-fi; Ed Harris and Anthony Hopkins are great but be prepared to be very frustrated at the Thandie Newton storyline. I would consider fast forwarding past it to save frustration. If that storyline didn't exist I would have scored this 9/10, with it, it's a 5 at best. A shame.    … Expand
  60. leelustig
    Dec 8, 2016
    7
    Really not as amazing as everybody wishes it was, but still worth a watch.

    Pros: - Incredible performances by the entire cast. - Raises poignant philosophical questions about life, consciousness and evolution. - Looks and sounds incredible (cinematography and music are top notch) - Packs a decent amount of twists and surprises. Cons: - Some characters (particularly the employees    Really not as amazing as everybody wishes it was, but still worth a watch.

    Pros:
    - Incredible performances by the entire cast.
    - Raises poignant philosophical questions about life, consciousness and evolution.
    - Looks and sounds incredible (cinematography and music are top notch)
    - Packs a decent amount of twists and surprises.

    Cons:
    - Some characters (particularly the employees of Westworld) are just plain terrible. Barely fleshed out, not likable in the slightest sense, highly inconsistent and unrealistic, and sometimes altogether absent from certain episodes.
    - The security in the labs is laughably absent. The things people get away with when there should be cameras watching, is just absurd.
    - The show took a while to 'get moving.' The words 'Slow burn' don't do it justice.
    - Way too many over the top western action scenes with robots shooting each other that did nothing to advance the plot, and felt very disconnected and devoid of dramatic tension.
    - A little too much is wrapped in mystery. You really have to watch the entire season to have any clue of what is actually going on and even then too many things are frustratingly left open.
    - Ultimately just a lot of useless scenes. Characters embarking on quests that in the grand scheme of things did not advance the plot, scenes that almost repeat themselves, and a lot of time spent revisiting ideas that we already knew, and not exploring the ones that we don't know.    … Expand
  61. oxXBLADEZXxo
    Oct 12, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The impressive acting of Louis Herthum as Delores' father and Jeffrey Wright should garnish talk come awards season. Creepy performances by Ed Harris and Evan Rachel Wood are also noteworthy. This series may be the best thing on TV since Game of Thrones arrived six seasons ago. I recommend you check this one out, and pay particular attention to the nuances of the actors noted above. I hope this series can continue on the same pace, it's a real treat so far. If so, we will see a few members of this cast and crew on stage at the Golden Globes and Emmys in the new year. This show outshines the original, which also made the hair stand up on the back of your neck, and was well acted by Yul Brynner, in the best role of his career. Enjoy!… Expand
  62. KA7AL
    Oct 6, 2016
    9
    Extremely good start, just like Game of thrones or True detective, Westworld is above standard TV when it comes to production and talent, the first episode doesn't ask any question, it lets you try to understand what's happening, this probably the next big HBO show and so far so good.
  63. Iserlohn14
    May 7, 2017
    0
    I wanted to like it and the production values were definitely high, but I could't get past the extremely obnoxious HBO **** 'n' gore, or the grating and ridiculous in-your-face diversity casting, or the overall atmosphere of nastiness and sociopathy. It's very slick on the surface, but at bottom it's a very ugly, mean-spirited show. I found the twists of the last few episodes clumsy andI wanted to like it and the production values were definitely high, but I could't get past the extremely obnoxious HBO **** 'n' gore, or the grating and ridiculous in-your-face diversity casting, or the overall atmosphere of nastiness and sociopathy. It's very slick on the surface, but at bottom it's a very ugly, mean-spirited show. I found the twists of the last few episodes clumsy and unsatisfying too, and the "revelations" to be reminiscent of how Lost screwed up by writing checks early on it could never cash later.

    Pity, it feels like there was a good show trying to break through this mess, but instead it's just another Game of Thrones: part hardcore porno, part snuff film, all while playing dress-up in very expensive sets and costumes, but with no point beneath it all except to shock and titillate.    … Expand
  64. Esett
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    I only saw the first episode and i have to say it has the potential to become one of the greatest TV shows ever made for the simple fact the story can go anywhere. Questions arise in the first episode about humanity, about ethics, about the nature of our reality, through the eyes of androids that are remarkably life like.

    After reading the SJW fulled rhetoric about this show i have to    I only saw the first episode and i have to say it has the potential to become one of the greatest TV shows ever made for the simple fact the story can go anywhere. Questions arise in the first episode about humanity, about ethics, about the nature of our reality, through the eyes of androids that are remarkably life like.

    After reading the SJW fulled rhetoric about this show i have to say i was surprised to find very little violence and sex in the first episode. Actually with very little editing the show could get a PG-13 rating, in the first episode at least.

    Also i enjoyed the first episode the second time around. Once you get a grip with the show, you start to see the cracks for what they are: not cracks at all but details put there for a reason. IF you let go of your biases you can end up enjoying some amazing acting, and some genuinely great music( you'll hear Paint it Black, as sang by an orchestra). Overall its the best show this time of year.    … Expand
  65. brad898540
    Oct 14, 2016
    4
    Beyond the consequences of exploitive technology, the movie was a cat and mouse game of survival and you were sympathetic of the human characters. The show has the general theme of exploitive technology, but is entirely focused on the machines becoming more human. This is not a bad thing, but humans are portrayed as really only interested in abusing the technology. Humans come into theBeyond the consequences of exploitive technology, the movie was a cat and mouse game of survival and you were sympathetic of the human characters. The show has the general theme of exploitive technology, but is entirely focused on the machines becoming more human. This is not a bad thing, but humans are portrayed as really only interested in abusing the technology. Humans come into the park mostly anxious to kill things. The park has different adventures to choose from and a whore house, but in two episodes so far, a whole bar gets shot up, a whole town, etc. It happens more than once and is rather unimpressive. Only one human guest wasn't interested in killing, but beyond a few scenes, there is no development. In essence, you don't care about humans because they are essentially narcissistic and uninvolved. You don't care about the machines because they can either be shut off or analyzed, and again nothing really happens. I have seen much more depth and development in other dramas over the years that are far more sophisticated. This show, unfortunately, seems juvinille, and emotionally unsophisticated.… Expand
  66. foxgrove
    Dec 21, 2016
    3
    An overblown and self important adaptation taken from the 1973 film that was fun, scary and brilliant. It was also too short, a claim that this elephantine mess could not hope to replicate. Each episode offers diminishing returns on an audiences investment. Wood and Newton are good, but the fun and thrills of the original are sadly missing. Have no fear I will not be returning for season 2.
  67. somedude14
    Mar 6, 2017
    1
    Two megalomaniacs create a theme park populated with androids. This brings up questions about their humanity and free will, both of which are things Blade Runner already did, and did far better. One guy lives in the park so he can beat, rape and murder an android who broke his heart over and over and over again. In the end, Walt Disney has Mickey Mouse kill him and all of his guests soTwo megalomaniacs create a theme park populated with androids. This brings up questions about their humanity and free will, both of which are things Blade Runner already did, and did far better. One guy lives in the park so he can beat, rape and murder an android who broke his heart over and over and over again. In the end, Walt Disney has Mickey Mouse kill him and all of his guests so his creations can take over.

    What a turd.    … Expand
  68. genericboy77
    Nov 6, 2016
    9
    I was hooked on the first episode. Now after 4 more I can't wait to see where this goes. They story the characters are telling us berry compelling and enthralling.
  69. kilgore777
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Superb! Phillip K Dick would be proud. I am so happy to see series like WW and The Expanse embrace science fiction as a viable format instead of spoon feeding the audience with some uninspired, insipid.... rot. WW is thought provoking and the first two episodes held me spellbound... the world through the eyes of the android.... (vague spoiler alert, sort of...) The fact that the andysSuperb! Phillip K Dick would be proud. I am so happy to see series like WW and The Expanse embrace science fiction as a viable format instead of spoon feeding the audience with some uninspired, insipid.... rot. WW is thought provoking and the first two episodes held me spellbound... the world through the eyes of the android.... (vague spoiler alert, sort of...) The fact that the andys have a "subconscious," due to sloppy program practices of not completely wiping their memories is a brilliant idea, and it brings them just that much closer to being human. But, getting back to the show... everything about WW is movie quality, from the gorgeous natural backdrops to the casting, sets, acting and (intricate, wonderful) screenplays. This is not a show for the casual viewer or those with short attention spans, but if you are looking for some thought provoking viewing, you have found your show! While WW could have gone the route of cheesy action/adventure, it strives and succeeds in so much more.... We truly live in a new age of TVs golden years and I am glad to say that HBO has another winner with West World.… Expand
  70. GotThin
    Oct 15, 2016
    10
    This show is so far perfect. The story is intriguing, the visuals are beautiful and the acting is incredible.

    If it carries on in the same vein we will have a modern day classic on our hands.
  71. Elaneium
    Nov 20, 2016
    4
    I try just about every show, movie, video game, and restaurant that I hear is good. And quite honestly, I've liked just about every single one. That said, Westworld is by far the most I've ever disagreed with general reception.

    As you probably know, it's a show about a Western theme park where robots can't harm people and people can do almost whatever they want. Sounds cool, right? Well    I try just about every show, movie, video game, and restaurant that I hear is good. And quite honestly, I've liked just about every single one. That said, Westworld is by far the most I've ever disagreed with general reception.

    As you probably know, it's a show about a Western theme park where robots can't harm people and people can do almost whatever they want. Sounds cool, right? Well be prepared to spend a ton of time witnessing scenes that feel like they're trying to develop characters but simply do not. It's clear to the viewer very early on that there are some issues with the robots and that they're behaving "out of the ordinary" (avoiding spoilers here). Here we get into the same frustrations I had with Fear the Walking Dead: The viewers know that they are zombies, and how the characters should handle them. But we see a ridiculous amount of stupidity that essentially only frustrates the viewers. Not to mention, there are extremely big plot holes regarding this stupidity that can't be justified. In Fear the Walking Dead, there's an excuse: The people don't know how to handle them. In Westworld, they do, to a degree that they've been doing it for 30 whole years. So here's an example of said plot holes: We're shown early on that the people running the theme park have tons of cameras, and that the people behind these cameras are quite keen. They see small details and notice inconsistencies in robots despite such a large world. Yet once one of the main robots starts acting strange in episode 5-6, they don't notice a thing. Obvious actions and dialogue that would instantly raise alarms are completely ignored. Somehow after 30 years of everything going smooth, the tons of people running the place apparently have simultaneously fallen asleep at the wheel. It's so jarring and immersion breaking that I nearly quit the show once I saw these actions go completely unnoticed.

    Not only are plot holes fairly abundant, the characters are completely one dimensional. Good guy is good guy, bad guy is bad guy. One character known as "the Man in Black" had a pretty great introduction. He's a guy that's been to the park so many times that he treats the robots like mindless dolls and knows their actions. But he quickly spins into an edgy bad guy cliche where if he's on camera, expect a boring shoot out. You see, when one side of the fight can't lose, action scenes are pretty much meaningless. Not only that, but we're shown that robots MAY be able to physically harm someone in other ways minus a gun. But expect plot armor or editing to quickly interrupt the scene so that we're left asking the question each week.

    The show can be summed up in a few words: Frustrating, tedious, slow, and boring. Again, I usually am not much a critic. If something is on, or if I'm eating some food, I usually just shut up and enjoy whatever is in front of me. But Westworld, for some reason, is different. I find myself almost constantly being annoyed with the presentation and the characters. If you're coming off of Game of Thrones hoping to find HBO's next big show, I'd suggest just waiting. The smallest characters in GoT are more interesting than the main characters of Westworld. Heck, even most of the more silent characters on GoT are more entertaining simply because of the plot/scenarios they're put in. But Westworld has none of that. There's no mystery. Everything is just laid out in front of the viewer and we're left with knowing many of the secrets 99% of the cast doesn't know about. It adds up to make a very frustrating experience.

    If you're going into Westworld hoping to see a show about humans acting in a world with almost no consequences in an awesome Western setting, be prepared to be disappointed. Instead, we're given a cliched robot drama that we've seen 100 times. "Oh no!! They realize they're not robots!" It's been done over and over. And worse, it's been done over and over and much better than this. Be prepared to see humans making dumb mistakes, plot holes, plot armor, and horrible pacing. I'm halfway through episode 7 and I feel like everything between now and episode 1 could've been in 1.5 episodes. I'm not over exaggerating just how slow this is. And slow isn't always bad. I actually liked Season 2 of The Walking Dead that many fans hated (again, I usually can watch just about anything). Why? There was still character development, and to be blunt, the characters were simply better.

    A show can only be so good when action scenes have no suspense, characters are used for failed pacing scenes ("We need some sort of bloodshed.. Man in Black scene!!"), and people do ridiculously stupid things to allow the plot to advance. After devoting well over 6.5 hours of my life to Westworld, I can honestly say I wish I had watched something else. My time invested has been entirely wasted, hoping SOMETHING would happen that would spark interest. The only thing I can say is that it's well shot, an interesting idea, and the effects are good.    … Expand
  72. Magnum87
    Dec 19, 2016
    8
    I remember vividly watching in awe when I saw the 1973 movie version of Westworld, written and directed by Michael Crichton and starring Yul Brynner, when I was a kid. The HBO TV version seems to do it justice. It's a little slow at first, as most HBO series are, but makes up for it in the last 5 episodes. I think this series is going to do very well and am a fan so far! My only wish isI remember vividly watching in awe when I saw the 1973 movie version of Westworld, written and directed by Michael Crichton and starring Yul Brynner, when I was a kid. The HBO TV version seems to do it justice. It's a little slow at first, as most HBO series are, but makes up for it in the last 5 episodes. I think this series is going to do very well and am a fan so far! My only wish is that the powers that be in the TV industry would make all seasons be a minimum of 13 episodes.… Expand
  73. MiguelSoares14
    Apr 11, 2017
    8
    I love every movie or TV Show which bring a good suspense and Artificial Intelligence. A story with great potential and a season i can't wait to continue.
  74. chezequerz
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Acting is flawless, the depth of concept is very good and the visuals are stunning, this is the kind of first season most series can only dream of. Helped in no small part I'm sure by the inclusion of Sir Anthony Hopkins who plays one of the better roles in his career.
  75. leftshark86
    Nov 6, 2016
    9
    Fantastic show. The story is really interesting and I find that I'm hooked after each episode. The disucssion of machines/ AI gaining consciousness is fascinating to me. The effects and acting are second to none. Each character is fleshed out well, and I am into each story arch.
  76. CatToast
    Dec 6, 2016
    10
    From one of the best writers in the business, Jonathon Nolan (Memento, Inception, The Dark Night,). comes a wonderfully crafted script that has you guessing until the very end. Stick with this one, the tension builds every episode and was all worth it when season finale came. Anthony Hopkins was absolutely terrific in his role as Robert Ford.
  77. Kakaloto
    Dec 21, 2016
    10
    Fantastic scifi premise, excellent acting, superb writing and music by Ramin Djawadi.

    The only reason users and critics would give this show a poor rating is if they're personally biased or just too dense to understand the plot. *cough* Maureen Ryan *cough*
  78. Broyax
    Apr 4, 2017
    4
    Idée intéressante que ce parc d'attractions géant dans lequel les "invités" (les humains, les joueurs...) viennent s'éclater et jouer ce jeu de rôle western grandeur nature peuplé par les "hôtes" (les androïdes, les personnages-non-joueurs...) !

    C'est assez fascinant au fil de quelques épisodes, il faut le reconnaître, au fur et à mesure que les mécaniques du "jeu" y sont dévoilées : un    Idée intéressante que ce parc d'attractions géant dans lequel les "invités" (les humains, les joueurs...) viennent s'éclater et jouer ce jeu de rôle western grandeur nature peuplé par les "hôtes" (les androïdes, les personnages-non-joueurs...) !

    C'est assez fascinant au fil de quelques épisodes, il faut le reconnaître, au fur et à mesure que les mécaniques du "jeu" y sont dévoilées : un jeu de rôle où tout un chacun suit les quêtes qui lui tombent dans le bec. L'ouest sauvage est en effet ce qu'il est, sauvage et violent, car en vérité comme dans un jeu vidéo, tout se résoud inéluctablement par une partie de cul ou un massacre. Ainsi se déroulent les scénarios, imaginés par les G.O., les Gentils Organisateurs...

    Ou plutôt le grand manipulateur incarné par l'excellent Anthony Hopkins toujours vert et bon pied bon oeil. Jusqu'au jour où bien entendu, nos chers andros, nos "réplicants" se mettent à se souvenir et à prendre conscience.

    Le but au moins atteint par la série est un vieux thème de la Science-Fiction : l'avènement de la conscience chez les machines et le questionnement de celles-ci face à leur créateur. A moins que le créateur n'ait cherché que ce but ultime, à savoir créer la vie elle-même !

    Donc, la base est louable et saine ; cependant elle aurait mérité un bien meilleur développement, surtout pour en arriver là où elle en arrive, c'est-à-dire une fin assez convenue qui ne réinvente pas la roue.

    Passé cet émerveillement de la découverte, Westworld part en effet en vrille et se perd dans les méandres et les rebondissements aberrants de son intrigue à tiroirs, et de chaque tiroir sort un polichinelle. Ainsi, à chaque épisode se succèdent des retours en arrière confus et des révélations obtuses qui plombent davantage encore l'intrigue qui part en morceaux incohérents.

    Quant à l'ambiance particulièrement sinistre, si elle entend instiller un malaise, elle y parvient parfaitement puisqu'on se croirait dans un mélange d'abattoir et de camp de concentration high-tech. Si cela sert éventuellement le message véhiculé et lourdement appuyé, cela tient également d'une complaisance malsaine, en témoigne la violence omniprésente qui n'a pour but finalement que de faire parler d'elle, en tant que série glauque, voire dégueulasse.

    Enfin, concomitamment à ses aberrations scénaristiques, Westworld nous fait trop souvent prendre des vessies pour des lanternes. Sur une foule de détails, la série cumule les invraisemblances sans sourciller, mettant à mal le monde sur lequel elle est construite, monde qui s'avère sous n'importe quel angle totalement bancal.

    A trop vouloir en faire, Westworld se perd définitivement en cours de route et sombre dans la provocation gratuite ; elle perd du coup toute la richesse de ses enjeux. Quel dommage !    … Expand
  79. AsmodeusML
    Apr 11, 2018
    5
    This show is nothing compared to what it looks like on the surface. And i mean that in a bad way. Let us start with the good stuff: production values and cast are amazing as you really get the feeling of watching a pricey blockbuster. Much more numerous flaws are hard to ignore though. The first and the most striking one is a mess of an extremely poorly paced and presented story, you getThis show is nothing compared to what it looks like on the surface. And i mean that in a bad way. Let us start with the good stuff: production values and cast are amazing as you really get the feeling of watching a pricey blockbuster. Much more numerous flaws are hard to ignore though. The first and the most striking one is a mess of an extremely poorly paced and presented story, you get the feeling they are building up to a grand finale but that is a hoax as it leads nowhere, a rebel without a cause if you would like. Almost every plot twist is seen miles away unless you have been sleeping under a log for the last couple of decades and missed all the good stories in books/movies/games plus poor pacing makes it extremely tedious as they build up to every "great" surprise way longer than they should. Majority of characters are extremely unlikeable as they are murderers/bandits/deserters/traitors/rapists or simply are mean with no apparent reason all thanks to shallow character development if you leave cliched backstories over the board, which leads us to the next point. Violence is used for fun here and makes no sense a lot of the time, which we are used to in HBO series. In the end Westworld leaves not a good sort of an aftertaste of a wasted time spent watching this dragged purposeless series, of it simply being mean-spirited and having no resemblance of a message to the audience. The sad part is that such a high praise coming from users means people don't really care about adequate and well-written plot and instead prefer over-the-top pretentious violent show with nothing to show for it… Expand
  80. TheSizzle
    May 8, 2018
    10
    Season 1's ending left me speechless. A very twisting and engaging show that makes you question everything as you go along. I won't spoil much because it doesn't look like anything to me.
  81. tdalton789
    Jun 17, 2018
    2
    The first season of Westworld was great.. as are many first seasons of a new, exciting show that is unique. However, season two has completely dropped the ball. If you put episode 1 in place of 4, or any combination, it wouldn't make a difference. It's the same crap, different background. Its terribly boring and nothing makes sense. Many shows try to confuse you until it all makes sense,The first season of Westworld was great.. as are many first seasons of a new, exciting show that is unique. However, season two has completely dropped the ball. If you put episode 1 in place of 4, or any combination, it wouldn't make a difference. It's the same crap, different background. Its terribly boring and nothing makes sense. Many shows try to confuse you until it all makes sense, and you go WOW as you spin your around around like an owl. This show completely missed the mark on doing that. I think the acting itself is great, but the producing and story writing did not work out for them this season. Let's hope things get better soon.… Expand
  82. Moo-vies
    Dec 5, 2016
    5
    The longer the show progresses, the more suspension of belief the spectator has to accept.
    The production quality is good, the actors.
    This is not hard sci fi but a TV series built around a mystery. It reminds me of Lost for that. But when your mystery is a loosely defined malleable element, the consequent writing is simply not coherent enough. From one episode to the next, the    The longer the show progresses, the more suspension of belief the spectator has to accept.
    The production quality is good, the actors.
    This is not hard sci fi but a TV series built around a mystery. It reminds me of Lost for that.

    But when your mystery is a loosely defined malleable element, the consequent writing is simply not coherent enough.

    From one episode to the next, the "hosts" are organic, then mechanic.
    The shootings are centrally controlled/allowed by the park in one episode then not.
    The labs with no camera to control what is happening there in a super high tech environment.

    There are just too many elements in the writing that call for a suspension of belief of the spectator.
    The accumulation of these moments are disappointing for a show that was promising in its first episodes but slowly turns into a "whatever goes" production.

    The story is already leaking everywhere and the quality of the story developed on promising premises is already drastically falling down. I hope they do not try to make this show survive more than the 1 or 2 seasons it can live on its sinking story.    … Expand
  83. Balj
    Oct 22, 2016
    4
    Three episodes in and I'm very disappointed. This show is so overrated, but there is some potential for the storyline to get better. At the moment though, the show has been very repetitive and frankly quite boring.
  84. TheWaffle
    Nov 15, 2016
    6
    Every sequence is beautiful, and many of the characters are interesting, but the show just doesn't feel like it is going anywhere. I'm halfway through the season and there's still nothing but vague references to greater mysteries, it just keeps building atmosphere without ever leading to anything new. There have been gunfights and orgies and pensive stares all shot with beautifulEvery sequence is beautiful, and many of the characters are interesting, but the show just doesn't feel like it is going anywhere. I'm halfway through the season and there's still nothing but vague references to greater mysteries, it just keeps building atmosphere without ever leading to anything new. There have been gunfights and orgies and pensive stares all shot with beautiful cinematography and solid acting, but there's never a hint of real stakes and the plot is plodding along at a glacial pace.… Expand
  85. djbarker
    Nov 23, 2016
    6
    Westworld looks truly incredible and the budget must be immense. But I think this gloss fools you into thinking you are watching something of true quality. But then many of the characters are such cartoons that it shatters immersion. There are a different set of parallel plots running through the series that fail to intersect in pleasing or surprising ways. It seems the plot of this isWestworld looks truly incredible and the budget must be immense. But I think this gloss fools you into thinking you are watching something of true quality. But then many of the characters are such cartoons that it shatters immersion. There are a different set of parallel plots running through the series that fail to intersect in pleasing or surprising ways. It seems the plot of this is really 'what's the plot.' A pretty weak premise in my opinion. Finally a question of believability - a park that can monitor the location of all hosts and guests is unable to monitor the activities of it's staff, who do no end of story-breaking acts of selfishness and idiocy.… Expand
  86. inopinatus
    Oct 8, 2016
    6
    Westworld's slow pace is that of a binge-friendly Netflix show, but HBO's weekly release schedule makes for an exercise in tedium and irritation instead.

    Production values are sky-high: the acting, setting, CG, audio and cinematography are excellent. The storyline, sadly, is a predictable MMORPG ripoff. The characterisation is crude: the bad guy wears a black hat, the "everyman"    Westworld's slow pace is that of a binge-friendly Netflix show, but HBO's weekly release schedule makes for an exercise in tedium and irritation instead.

    Production values are sky-high: the acting, setting, CG, audio and cinematography are excellent. The storyline, sadly, is a predictable MMORPG ripoff. The characterisation is crude: the bad guy wears a black hat, the "everyman" character wears a white one. The robot hookers have hearts of gold, the hispanics are peasants etc etc. There's an implied critique of modern movie-making, but repeating the tropes doesn't make for good irony. Unless you've been asleep for the last three decades of science fiction, the AI plot will be extremely familiar.

    My advice, wait for the box-set.    … Expand
  87. Sherak
    Oct 13, 2016
    4
    An awful series that exploits the viewers mentality not to question anything under the surface and I only say this because of the sheer amount of 10's it gets. If you look any deeper than the glossy exterior nothing makes sense and everything that takes place is irrelevant.

    This is pure Hollywood trite for the masses and I really cannot understand how it has been so well received, I can    An awful series that exploits the viewers mentality not to question anything under the surface and I only say this because of the sheer amount of 10's it gets. If you look any deeper than the glossy exterior nothing makes sense and everything that takes place is irrelevant.

    This is pure Hollywood trite for the masses and I really cannot understand how it has been so well received, I can only assume it will grow into a typical 'Lost' type of deal with the "don't question the unquestionable" BS that drags the viewer along on a endless ride of cliffhangers and silly scenarios.    … Expand
  88. Nemo7777
    Dec 2, 2016
    4
    Just not very good.

    I wanted to like Westworld. The73 film is one of my favorites and I had very high hopes for the HBO series, especially given the cast. Unfortunately it just doesn't measure up, either as sci-fi or as a western. The problem isn't in the acting- everyone is very good with the possible exception of (ironically) Anthony Hopkins. He comes across very flat and at    Just not very good.

    I wanted to like Westworld. The73 film is one of my favorites and I had very high hopes for the HBO series, especially given the cast. Unfortunately it just doesn't measure up, either as sci-fi or as a western.

    The problem isn't in the acting- everyone is very good with the possible exception of (ironically) Anthony Hopkins. He comes across very flat and at times I felt like he was recycling his performance from Silence of the Lambs. Very flat, lack of affect, dead eye stare as he says something amoral. Lather, rinse, repeat. (I do have some bias against him as I feel he's way over exposed.) Evan Rachel Wood is very good as Dolores. Thandie Newton's accent slips through occasionally-- unless that's on purpose. Ed Harris doesn't have much to do here except act like a total bunghole and randomly eviscerate hosts.

    In the end it's the glut of sex and violence that wears on me here. Whoever wrote and whoever directed this series does not understand subtlety at all. Want to show how amoral Ed Harris' character is? OK we'll just have him rape someone or shoot someone for no reason. And show it all in gory detail. Want to show how the guests immediately sink into moral turpitude regardless of their character in the real world-- let's have a pointless orgy and every cut and bit of dialogue will have somebody **** in the background. After the second episode I got very tired of establishing shots of piles of bodies in the backstage areas. Yeah, we get it, the hosts are fungible and not really considered anything but disposable objects. Quit fingerpainting with blood already.

    The plot is simultaneously over complex and ridiculously transparent- everybody's got an agenda and they are all bad guys. But they are Snidely Whiplash style bad guys, not Ernst Stavro Blofeld bad guys. Every twist and turn is predictable and worse, they telegraph them.

    It's really too bad- I can see a good idea here somewhere buried under the hosts corpses.    … Expand
  89. silverado
    Jan 16, 2017
    1
    I was looking so much forward to this show but onfortunately the story looses itself in rediculous How The West Was Won bulsh*t. The original movie was so suspensful, but this series is just stiff and boring. Very dissapointed.
  90. CriticSupreme
    Oct 18, 2016
    10
    Westworld is an addictive masterpiece that is extremely intelligent, superbly acted, and dripping with thought-provoking themes. Absolutely spectacular.
  91. NexxCR
    Oct 31, 2016
    5
    I am really trying to like this show, but its just not working. Each episode feels like it gets us nowhere and just has you asking more questions with maybe one more question answered. It feels like a show trying to be smart but its not really working for it. The acting is great, and the world feels very interesting. I just think right now 5 episodes in that its been pretty boring. I feelI am really trying to like this show, but its just not working. Each episode feels like it gets us nowhere and just has you asking more questions with maybe one more question answered. It feels like a show trying to be smart but its not really working for it. The acting is great, and the world feels very interesting. I just think right now 5 episodes in that its been pretty boring. I feel like there is something missing but I just can't figure it out what it is. A lot of these reviews are people saying its a show where you have to "think", but that's untrue. I am very analytic of the show as much as the next guy, this isn't one where you need to think because you can't "think" when the world hasn't really been explained. People always want to be first to jump on the next big thing, so i feel a lot of these reviews are the cause of that.

    (The most recent episode has me a bit more intrigued, will update my review at the end of the season)

    Edit: Look at all the reviews that got "not helpful" even though it was well thought out and informative but since they gave it a not-so-great review people are against it, i wouldn't be surprised if mine received the same fate.    … Expand
  92. Al_reviewer
    Dec 26, 2016
    3
    Plot holes at almost every corner. The scenic vistas are vast but the script is constrained and limited. Stunning performance by Hopkins and Harris are the only redeeming features of this show. The truly annoying thing is how obvious the producers are attempting to apply the GoT formula of nudity, violence and narrative turnover.
  93. FleshWorld
    Oct 2, 2016
    4
    I was really looking forward to this one, but I'm worried - based on the first episode - that it's not going to live up to the massive amount of hype. Geoffrey Wright's characters isn't interesting, only the one droid is at all compelling (the main girl), and other than the geography, it's simply not all the fun to watch. I kept thinking of the series "Humans", and how they dealt withI was really looking forward to this one, but I'm worried - based on the first episode - that it's not going to live up to the massive amount of hype. Geoffrey Wright's characters isn't interesting, only the one droid is at all compelling (the main girl), and other than the geography, it's simply not all the fun to watch. I kept thinking of the series "Humans", and how they dealt with some of these issues so much more intelligently and provocatively.… Expand
  94. SchroederRock
    Dec 7, 2016
    9
    Easily the most interesting television for me. HBO has a few good things going on, but the thrill and mystery that fuels Westworld is constantly delivering. If you enjoy puzzles and hard-to-follow plots until the final moments, this show will do well to entertain you and keep you guessing. Just don't dive into the spoilers - much of the fun is had because things aren't always what theyEasily the most interesting television for me. HBO has a few good things going on, but the thrill and mystery that fuels Westworld is constantly delivering. If you enjoy puzzles and hard-to-follow plots until the final moments, this show will do well to entertain you and keep you guessing. Just don't dive into the spoilers - much of the fun is had because things aren't always what they seem. Also, don't sit on your phones while watching this show. There is way too much to follow along with and more than a short moment of attention diverted can lead to hard-to-answer questions. Like Dollhouse, many ethical questions are asked and very few will be answered by the end of the first season. Give it a few episodes - I'm sure most people will find themselves as hooked as I was after just 2 episodes.… Expand
  95. BBlake
    Oct 4, 2016
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. High production values but the premise and technology feels outdated now. I'm sure it worked in the 70's. Most of the characters are one-dimensional.… Expand
  96. Sshaban1
    Oct 3, 2016
    7
    I agree with the critics score on this, this pilot was okay but the show is predictable from the start, I hope that's not the case. I'll give it a few more episodes
  97. ScienceAdvisor
    Oct 4, 2016
    7
    Hopefully they are hiding a more advanced story than a T&A drenched gore-fest, wrapped around a LOST mystery box with no actual answers. There was an in-grained logic in the highly repetitive replay of the same characters being re-introduced after their previous incarnation was killed. The minor variations leading to highly different consequences is just forshadowing the underlying plotHopefully they are hiding a more advanced story than a T&A drenched gore-fest, wrapped around a LOST mystery box with no actual answers. There was an in-grained logic in the highly repetitive replay of the same characters being re-introduced after their previous incarnation was killed. The minor variations leading to highly different consequences is just forshadowing the underlying plot point (which is rediculously transparent). However it was not well communicated as to how this narrative of reboots is explained to the customers, as it would be very immersion breaking if seen as often as we did in this one episode. We will need at least one more episode to see if this pattern continues, or if this was just an attention grabber epsiode, as I suspect.

    Not unlike the tech that tells the girl to drop the accent, I wish I could order HBO to let Knudsen use her natural accent. It would have been legaues better than the nasal lisp that she was using in the pilot.    … Expand
  98. Homebrewer
    Oct 17, 2016
    1
    The concept has potential and the production values are amazing. But that can't overcome the fact that the show is just plain boring. 3 episodes is about all I can take.
  99. revillo
    Nov 3, 2016
    6
    After 5 episodes, it's not clear whether HBO intends for Westworld to be anything more than a straightforward genre exercise with tropey characters. There's a glimmer of hope that something more intriguing is on the horizon, but I doubt I'll stay along for the ride.
  100. Octomort
    Oct 8, 2016
    5
    Lets get rid of this binge watch vs weekly rubbish at the start. Until very recently people(viewers) talked about season development and weekly viewers understood it takes time for a series to develop. it seems like this binge/slow burner tag has now become Netflix marketing speak. So lets talk in terms of what Metacritic has always been good at, allowing a personal view.
    I liked the    Lets get rid of this binge watch vs weekly rubbish at the start. Until very recently people(viewers) talked about season development and weekly viewers understood it takes time for a series to develop. it seems like this binge/slow burner tag has now become Netflix marketing speak. So lets talk in terms of what Metacritic has always been good at, allowing a personal view.
    I liked the original from an action point of view, but as drama it failed. Just far too too many plot holes. Same with this. Writers call it lack of internal consistency. Sort of "...how can they shoot them but they can't shoot back"; with paint ball or laser tag we can get "hurt" as human players through tagging. What is the point of paying thousands of £/$ for an adventure when there is no personal risk, such as there is in paintball/lasertag etc. None fatal limited chances. So far the interactive theme park which is the backdrop makes little to no sense. I have little interest in any of the characters, as they are distant and vague. As others have hinted at cardboard cutouts, 2D at best.
    The CGI and technical work is visually stunning.
    The actors must have been filmed doing first run rehearsals.
    Not a slur against their talents just that the production fails as a whole.
    So 5 for technical effort and great backdrop.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 43
  3. Negative: 1 out of 43
  1. Under The Radar
    Reviewed by: Julia Bembenek
    Oct 18, 2016
    90
    With a star-studded cast (notably featuring Ed Harris, Evan Rachel Wood, Anthony Hopkins, James Marsden, and Jeffrey Wright), lush production design, epically sprawling story, and astonishingly huge budget, HBO is banking on the J.J. Abrams-produced Westworld to become a tentpole series. In a rare case, the network's investment pays off.
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  2. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Oct 17, 2016
    70
    Westworld is explicitly, and often wittily, an exploitation series about exploitation, full of naked bodies that are meant to make us think about nudity and violence that comments on violence. It’s the kind of trippy conceptual project that would be unbearable if it weren’t so elegantly made. So far, it works, mostly--not because it’s perfect but because it gets under your skin.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    Oct 4, 2016
    100
    It isn’t just great television, it’s vivid, thought-provoking television that entertains even as it examines the darker side of entertainment.
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