sharonord Found this series in 2018 on Netflix only to find out they axed the series. What's the point of introducing these shows when they get axed and who ever made the decision to axe the show has no idea what amazing potential this series has. Supernatural took a few series to get the message out and it's now filmed series 13. Constantine can fill the gap needed when supernatural is not showing. The powers that be need to get a grip, get Constantine back on the screen and give it a chance Matt Ryan is brilliant as is the whole crew.

zerokaji This televised adaption of the well-known (and personal favourite) 'Hellblazer' comics had me on the edge of my seat through each and every episode. It pays fine tribute to each individual character and idea, and though it doesn't outright reveal all of Constantine's personality in the thirteen episodes we were given, it dropped enough breadcrumbs to warrant a second adaption. Every actor portrayed their role beautifully, down to little twitches and tongues, and loved their characters like children. Pay attention to Chas's protectiveness, John's fidgeting, and Zed's air of confidence. These factors can let you know instantly what each character means and is capable of; a form of writing done exquisitely by the crew behind this masterpiece. Though it was quite lacking with representing factor, it hinted well enough that should they have been granted a second season, we would have been gifted a wonderful conclusion full of character backstory and ideals. After all, Constantine is one of DC's most famed LGBTQ+ anti-heroes. A downright pity that this glorious concept was out-shined by Supernatural and the likes. Where Supernatural is a droning, boring inspiration derived from Hellblazer, Constantine provides original occult fantasy and accurate depictions with down-to-earth knowledge and witty one-liners. It cannot be compared to (personally) other DC adaptions like Flash or Arrow or Supergirl; for Constantine has a unique focusing on it's heroines rather than their love lives and humanity/morality. Matt Ryan is a refreshing change to a dull live action lineup, so props to you, love.Though yes we are excited for his return in showcases like Legends of Tomorrow and Arrow, nothing will ever grasp the dwindling thread that was Constantine's greatness. We can only yearn for the second season it deserves. 10/10 - If you liked the show, you'll love the books (and vice versa).

Leofwine_draca Another week, another comic book TV series. CONSTANTINE was a 13-episode series that was ignobly cancelled after just one series and it's based on the Hellblazer comic, just as the Keanu Reeves big screen adaptation of the same character was. This is distinctive and stylish enough to stand on its own right, although truth be told it's simply another monster-of-the-week show.I wasn't too taken with Matt Ryan's acting as the lead character. I found him arrogant, unfunny, and self-centred, and his British accent particularly annoying which is weird when I'm British myself. Still, the show has much in common with other successes like ARROW, so it's weird that it was cancelled. It's very fast paced and there's plentiful action in each of the episodes. It does feel very clichéd throughout without bringing anything really new to the screen but at the same time it keeps your attention so it's never dull.CONSTANTINE makes frequent use of a CGI effects budget to bring some impressive creations to the small screen. It's refreshingly gruesome in places and the various demons are well realised and well designed, coming across as genuinely scary on occasion. Some of the guest actors give performances that can best be described as hokey but overall the series makes for light and engaging viewing.

starlovely66 This was way better than I had expected... interesting plots, characters that grew as the series progressed, funny, the right side of scary... and huge potential for much more, that was much better, in series 2. So, why on earth was it cancelled after just one season? Oh wait the usual obsession with ratings... which we all know means money wasn't being made quite quick enough ... Thank goodness the TV execs of today weren't around during the inception of TV ... otherwise, heaven only knows which of the totally seminal and amazing favourites we love and know might have been cancelled due to initially low numbers. Sadly this is why TV is increasingly just more of the same... Such a shame no one had the guts to take a risk on a second series. TV execs could learn a thing or two from Constantine about what it means to take risks and be brave!