**"Watson" is a show that seems to have a bit of an identity crisis**. It doesn't seem to know if it wants to be a "House" clone, a Sherlock Holmes reimagining, or its own thing. If you are a fan of medical procedural dramas you may want to check this show out, but if you're looking for something with more of a Sherlock Holmes theme, you might want to wait and see if it finds its footing.
Watched first ep with a lot of curiosity, especially with the Sherlock Holmes connection, and while it wasn't exactly what I expected, there were some things to appreciate.
First off, if you're tuning in expecting a classic Holmesian mystery, you might be surprised. It definitely takes a turn towards a medical procedural, with more than a few echoes of "House M. D." - the show is trying to be "House" with a bit of a Sherlock Holmes theme thrown in.
The pilot episode was a bit of a mixed bag, I have to say. **Some of the dialogue felt a little clunky and unnatural, like something out of a soap opera parody**.
The acting was okay. Morris Chestnut's delivery-his voice is low, and he speaks fast, making some of his lines a little hard to understand. The cast overall had a unique set of backgrounds, which was a nice touch. The cinematography was also nicely done, which helped with the overall viewing experience.
For a show that's got Sherlock Holmes in its DNA, it felt a little bit formulaic at times, almost like it was checking boxes rather than trying to deliver something unique. One of the more interesting bits was the character of Moriarty.
**The cases themselves were engaging enough, and I thought that the medical issues were actually quite interesting.**
Show was a bit flat, and maybe didn't really pull me in initially as much as it should have. Some parts, felt dull.
The attempts at a deep, dark mythology felt a bit convoluted and didn't quite land. The show is quite heavy and brooding, which might be off-putting if you're looking for something light-hearted or fun.
It seems like they were trying to go for a dark, gritty vibe, but without the humour of "House," it didn't quite resonate as it could have.
Some of the premise was promising. It's possible that as a procedural, this show might work. Or not!
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