Pilot
- Episode aired Jun 3, 2001
- TV-MA
- 1h 3m
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8.7/10
5.2K
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When the funeral director is killed in an accident, the family comes together to mourn and decide the fate of the funeral home.When the funeral director is killed in an accident, the family comes together to mourn and decide the fate of the funeral home.When the funeral director is killed in an accident, the family comes together to mourn and decide the fate of the funeral home.
Gary Hershberger
- Matthew Gilardi
- (as Garrison Hershberger)
Dina Spybey-Waters
- Tracy Montrose Blair
- (as Dina Waters)
Maximillian Kesmodel
- Young David
- (as Maximillian Orion Kesmodel)
Dennis Lau
- Morgue Attendant
- (as Dennis J. Lau)
Audrey Gelfund
- Crying Sicilian Mother
- (as Audrey Gelfand)
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I thought no show could start better than "Lost" or "Breaking Bad". But I was wrong. First of all we are given these little funny commercial ads that are hilarious. The theme and the concept of this show wouldn't be easy to take in, since death is not something we are used to. But somehow, the episode makes a funeral funny. Of course there's so much more to it, but making someone laugh about death is something that really surprised me.
Apart from that, the characters gripped me to the show. I had never been so interested in TV characters this way with just an hour of television. Therefore, I was immediately addicted, and Six Feet Under would become my first TV priority for a long time...
Apart from that, the characters gripped me to the show. I had never been so interested in TV characters this way with just an hour of television. Therefore, I was immediately addicted, and Six Feet Under would become my first TV priority for a long time...
The pilot episodes mostly normal and tells the show is about what and what we are going to watch.
But the pilot of Six Feet Under is totally changes that idea. First of all the scene where Ruth screams after finds out her husband's dead. I was shocked and said to myself this is not a normal show. And i was totally right the black comedy and the emotional funeral scene of Nathaniel Fisher was one of the most beautiful things i've seen on the show.
If you're planning to watch the show you're about to watch an amazing pilot episode, believe me. 10/10.
But the pilot of Six Feet Under is totally changes that idea. First of all the scene where Ruth screams after finds out her husband's dead. I was shocked and said to myself this is not a normal show. And i was totally right the black comedy and the emotional funeral scene of Nathaniel Fisher was one of the most beautiful things i've seen on the show.
If you're planning to watch the show you're about to watch an amazing pilot episode, believe me. 10/10.
Without a doubt one of the best pilots I have ever seen. The hour makes you laugh and also reflect on the dilemmas of each character. I am hooked from the beginning, I really have to commend the writing and acting. In terms of visuals, many of the scenes arise through rich compositions, which I am sure will be improved upon over next episodes. I'm just so surprised that this is a great pilot.
This Pilot episode pretty much has it all. It has a clear inciting incident that will serve to be the drive for the series, and that is, the death of the father. This serves to bring up all of these characters in full view and all have their own, distinct characteristics. In particular, Frances Conroy and Michael C Hall stand out as the best in this episode. I've known about this show for quite some time, but I can't believe I took so long to give it a try. I can't wait to see how the series develops from here, and can't wait to see what its described by many as the "greatest series finale ever made". I'm excited, this is definitely recommended.
The Pilot of the series plunged me into a world where death becomes the starting point for contemplating life. Nathaniel Fisher's initial moments of death not only shock but also inspire profound reflections on the fragility of life. Each character is vividly portrayed, and their individual stories weave the fabric of family relationships, creating a captivating emotional landscape. The shock effect here is not just for dramatic purposes; rather, it sets the tone for a series boldly exploring existential questions that permeate our human existence. This episode not only establishes the tone for the series but also prompts contemplation on the meaning of existence and the importance of connections with loved ones.
Did you know
- TriviaEric Balfour was only supposed to be introduced as "Claire's Meth Date" for the show's pilot, but the director found his chemistry so satisfying with Lauren Ambrose that his role was developed into the character Gabe Dimas. Similarly, Dina Spybey-Waters's and Gary Hershberger's roles were only listed as "Chatty Mourner" and "Kroehner Representative (though the latter was already identified by the name Matthew Gilardi in the episode).
- GoofsDuring a flashback Nate Fisher Sr is shown embalming a body while smoking; the embalming fluid that would've been used at the time was highly flammable and even explosive when mixed with acids so it was used under strict safety procedures that didn't include a lit cigarette.
- Quotes
Elderly Man: [in front of a casket] You did a real good job on her.
David: Well, we do our best.
Elderly Man: If there's any justice in the universe, she's shoveling shit in hell right now.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The 54th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (2002)
- SoundtracksL'amour Est Un Oiseau
by Georges Bizet
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- 1h 3m(63 min)
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- 1.33 : 1
- 4:3
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