fawdown
I didn't catch this show in it's original run, but if I had I would have been disappointed that it was simply stopped and not at least some way concluded.The show starts strong, with the establishment of the struggles a small town went through after a countrywide nuclear attack. The show does a good job at first with introducing character personalities then showing what happens to those people once crisis hits. I really think the show could have benefited more by watching the townspeople handle a few more local problems and obstacles before the external troubles were introduced. It would have done more to cement the personalities and conflicts that had to be overcome before the discovery of the real conspiracy. However, the first season small town stories grind to a halt in order to expand the story beyond Jericho. It was all a bit rushed.The later stories were good, with the beginnings of introducing a conspiracy and multiple factions trying to gain control. This was decent storytelling. However it could have waited another half season to develop the main Jericho characters and stories more. I think the show would have lasted longer if they had.Even though it is rushed, it is ultimately an engaging story, and worth a binge watch. You will probably be left with your own ideas on how it could have progressed and concluded. When a canceled show does this, it's worth a watch.
Agra Kapindaman
The idea was fine but they went astray. Instead of sticking with the main story line they decided to meander into soapy territory far too often.There are some good lessons to be learned from this show, though I doubt that anyone in a position to make decisions to implement contingency plans for small rural towns would have watched this show.For me, the worst thing about this type of show is how stupid the characters can be. They often seem to make snap decisions without proper discussion. And what discourse there is often ends in bitterness. It just makes me want to bang their heads together and tell them to use a bit of logical thinking.I know it's the current way of editing shows but switching so frequently from one story line to another for a couple of minutes then back to the previous story line becomes annoying. One minute your watching a tense life threatening situation unfold then your switched to a scene where someones thinking about what their life could have been.Verdict: Has its moments of greatness but also has many frustrating/annoying moments.
lina petkova
I watched the two series of "Jericho" but was disappointed to understand that the show has been canceled because of poor rating results. What a pity. Luckily for the fans the story continues in a series of comic books. Although the comics are really great I wish I had the opportunity to watch the show on TV but I guess I have to live with that. The show follows interesting plot that tells a captivating story and tackling some controversial issues referring to politics, government control and corporation affairs. I really liked almost all the characters, especially Jake, Heather, Hawkins, Eric and Dale. Emily is nice, although I don't think that the choice of an actress is quite correct. Don't get me wrong, Ashley Scott is great but isn't she too supermodel-beautiful for a post-apocalypse TV drama? On the other hand, Heather as leading female character seems to fit perfectly. As I see it, she is charming and down to earth. What I slightly disliked about the show is that it does not describe truthful picture of a post-apocalyptic world. Characters were not as desperate and hopeless as they should be, knowing that so many people have died in the nuclear blasts. I think they were not convincing enough. All things considered, the team has done a great job. The show just became exceedingly engaging and conspiratorial in the second series and they cancelled it. What a waste! To be honest, I am tired of getting to like TV series that turn out to be canceled eventually. It is so cruel to the fans.
Gaurang Khetan (grkhetan)
Jericho is a gripping, tense, suspense-filled show. There are no bad episodes. Each one is very well done. Moves the story along while providing character development. You care about the characters. You care about the story. You'll love the town of Jericho. I miss the town as though I am from that town! A little more violent than I would like it to. But still amazing.I am surprised the second season was so short, and that it was cut there. I would like to see at least a few more seasons!I am amazed at why such great shows are canceled early. Firefly is another example.