Bull

I'm not usually a fan of this type of show but I gave it a go, I liked the first episode, and so I kept watching each one. A few episodes moved me which means I'll keep watching until they don't.

It's well written -- the plot usually involved some sort of injustice which is why we end up caring what happens.

There is good chemistry between the actors, so great casting.

I'll admit the show isn't that inspiring which is why this review is a bit tepid, but it's not a bad show in any way, just good solid, comedy/drama.

Give it a go!

Dr. Jason Bull (Michael Weatherly) is an expert trial jury consultant. He and his band of loyal misfits replicate jurors to generate winning strategies. His team includes his former brother-in-law prosecutor Benny Colón (Freddy Rodríguez), neurolinguistics expert Marissa Morgan (Geneva Carr), former NYPD detective Danny James (Jaime Lee Kirchner), hacker Cable McCrory (Annabelle Attanasio), and fashion stylist Chunk Palmer (Chris Jackson).

This is a solid network show. It's a standard legal procedural with a charismatic lead. It lasted six seasons which is a good run for most shows although I do wonder if it had a few more good years in it. The show ran into controversy with one of its recurring actors. They rely heavily on the personal charms of Weatherly and the issue ran directly at that main pillar. There is inevitable decline with any show and there is no way of knowing how much can be attributed to what. It's a case of a good, not great show that survived a controversy but not really. In the end, it's a good meat and potatoes TV procedural.

''Bull'' doesn't reflect the cynical, violent vibe we usually get in 2010s shows. By its spirit, it belongs to early 00s or late 90s. With the shows of that era, it shares both its strenghts and its weaknesses.

The strenghts are idealism, friendship, romance and heartwarming optimism. And the weaknesses are its overly formulaic episodes and rather simple solutions to complicated problems.

I would say that the strenghts overcome weaknesses. It is a contemporary blast from the past, but one that makes you feel good and think about morality and humanity.

So interestingly, several of these reviews talk about real science while watching a make believe show about make believe people, events and stories. If they want real science crack open a book.

THIS is a fantastic show (all of it is make believe) about fake drama and fake courtrooms. It is a great way to spend 45 minutes or so forgetting the real troubles of your life and practicing a little escapism. Despite the hokey way some of the stories are portrayed this is a good show and should be watched. I look forward to watching the other seasons.

Don't listen to the Naysayers, and cynics on this review status. This TV show Bull is good, but like many others along this line, you have to remember it is just getting started. Just like any new product that has problems and kinks, they have to be fixed and then rolled out again. Also, trying to care and mend people is a very well difficult and tasking thing to do, but he does it with a bit of style, grace … and oh, getting up in people's faces that deter him with a calm demeanor. Thus, with his experience, this is something he does to get a better scope or compass about them, trying to capture their character so he will know where to go next. I also like his crew, each one does a good job with all they need to do, and with a bit of spirited confidence and can-do attitude alongside of a small amount of humor and comedy.

The premise of this show is interesting, trying to get into the minds of people to see how they think and what moves them. This character Dr. Bull (Michael Weatherly) seems to care about these people, the defendant, the jury and everyone in between. He even takes the diamond in the rough, the little guy and even the underdog, and makes them become a little better than they were. Besides, I love how his character seems to take the problems that come before him with a cool and rational angle, even when he goes up against a bad guy. Together with his crew this drama, Bull, shows signs of definite potential. So give it a chance, even with its minor snags, you might just learn something about yourself.