The Review You've Been Waiting For

Remember when I said that I had a ton of shows coming up that I was trying (and failing) not to be interested in? I know you've all been waiting with baited breath to find out the verdict of what I thought about them, right? Well, I shan't disappoint you any longer!

The Crazy Ones- This is the new Robin Williams show. Week one's pilot was extremely disappointing. I spent the entire 22 minutes of show wondering how a comedic great like Robin Williams could have produced a sitcom so dreadfully boring and lackluster. I was willing to give it another week and I am glad I did. The second show produced great big laughs from the non-stop barrage of banter and quips that Robin Williams is so well known for. Since I have a mixed reaction so far, I've decided to give it another week to completely win me over. Or not. Verdict: On the fence.

The Michael J. Fox Show- This one premiered the same night as Robin's show and was just as much of a stinker. I was extremely dismayed to see that they couldn't live up to Michael J. Fox's reputation. Or maybe it was just the reputation I think he should have? While it was genius to incorporate the Parkinson's as a story line, some of the characters fell flat for me. (The oldest son and the aunt) I was willing to give it another go and the next week, while better, was not as much as a laugh fest as I was hoping for. Since I'm a glutton for punishment, I'll try another week. Verdict: On the fence, but tilting towards the ground at an alarming angle.

Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.- Oh boy, a spin off from The Avengers movie. (Which I loved by the way.) Do I wish it had hunky Thor or any of the crime fighting team we all know and love? Yes. Am I enough of a comic turned movie nerd to love this show despite its lack of green meanies or hunky hotties like Captain America? Absolutely. Besides, after all the Dancing with the Stars and CSI's, it's just different enough to be refreshing to my television viewing palate. Verdict: Definitely a keeper. As long as it doesn't get canceled.

Sean Saves The World- I was intrigued by Sean Hayes' return to network television. Who didn't love him as Jack in Will & Grace? (Personally I think the show should have been called Jack & Karen since they made the show.) I was a little skeptical by the premise of a single Dad but, hey, it's Sean Freaking Hayes! After last week's premiere, which was luke warm at best, I'm hoping this means there is only room for improvement. Considering I'm not in love with about half the characters though, this is one sitcom that's probably heading for a heart break. Verdict: Fell off the fence and it's going to take a miracle to get me back up there.

The Blacklist- This was the show that managed to entice me during previews with the sinister and creepy James Spader and the fresh off the farm FBI agent who's his puppet. Unfortunately, that's currently as far as it's enticed me since I have all 3 episodes chillaxing on my DVR list. The problem is, once I have 3 accumulated of any show (unless I'm trying to savor them), I'm usually starting to talk myself out of watching them. After all, how excited am I to watch this show if they're piling up week after week? Verdict: If it survives the DVR purge, it might be worth considering. Otherwise it might join Sean at the Heartbreak Hotel.

And based on the recommendation of a few of my co-workers, Back in the Game (With James Caan) is apparently chuckle worthy with a chance of a few good LOL's. Personally, I'm still trying to work up the enthusiasm to watch the 2 hour premiere of Grey's Anatomy so you can say I'm running a little behind.