Succession

Succession isn't just a TV show-it's a cultural phenomenon and a masterclass in storytelling. With its razor-sharp writing, impeccable acting, and gripping narrative, it's no wonder this series has become one of the most talked-about shows of the past decade.

At its core, Succession is a Shakespearean family drama wrapped in the ruthless world of corporate power. The Roy family's power struggles are equal parts tragic and absurd, and the show walks this tightrope with perfect balance. The dialogue is biting and darkly funny, delivering laugh-out-loud moments in one scene and gut-wrenching emotional punches in the next.

The performances are nothing short of brilliant. Brian Cox as the towering patriarch Logan Roy commands every scene he's in, while Jeremy Strong as Kendall gives a career-defining portrayal of a man torn apart by ambition, insecurity, and his father's shadow. Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin, and Matthew Macfadyen are equally outstanding, adding layers of complexity and humanity (or lack thereof) to their deeply flawed characters.

The writing is what truly elevates Succession to greatness. Each episode is packed with tension, twists, and memorable lines, and the show's exploration of power, loyalty, and legacy feels as universal as it is specific. Whether it's a boardroom showdown, a media scandal, or a dysfunctional family gathering, every scene feels meticulously crafted and utterly captivating.

Visually, the series is stunning. The luxurious settings-private jets, opulent apartments, and sprawling estates-serve as a stark backdrop to the ugliness of the characters' behavior. The direction and cinematography pull you into this world, making you feel like a fly on the wall for every backstab and betrayal.

Perhaps the most remarkable thing about Succession is its ability to make you care deeply about such morally bankrupt characters. You find yourself rooting for them, hating them, and even pitying them all at once. It's a testament to the show's nuanced storytelling that these characters feel so human despite their monstrous flaws.

Succession is not just one of the best shows of its time-it's a timeless exploration of family, greed, and the cost of power. It's funny, devastating, and utterly addictive from start to finish.

10/10. A masterpiece.

I bore easily. When we steam series, my wife often has to remind me to "let it build" during the first season as the groundwork for the story is being laid out. There were probably 3 times during season 1 where I asked her "another one?" when an episode was over and I'm really glad she encouraged me to be patient. It took me nearly the whole first season to connect to the show but once I did, there was never a point that I was bored again. We have watched a few series with more seasons leading up to this one and I often remarked about how they were dragging things out, but I did not feel that during Succession. The series length was perfect. The episodes were filled with quality without a ton of needless filler and irrelevant dialogue.

On its surface, it's about a billionaire business legend near the end of his career and the impending question of which of his kids are going to take over as CEO. The tension this creates really drives the show.

Underneath, it's really about an incredibly dysfunctional family dynamic. The parents are cold, manipulative, and lack empathy and compassion. The father has mastered the ability to triangulate in order to keep his children divided to prevent them from undercutting him.

The children, who are now adults, at their core are emotionally deprived and traumatized kids who are incapable of dealing with emotions in a productive manner. Yet they find themselves repeatedly getting into intensely emotional situations.

Yes, they are incredibly wealthy and out of touch with the working man. They all have aspects about them that make them easy to dislike at times. BUT if you watch through the lens of understanding what they've been deprived of in terms of love and emotional connection, it gives you an empathic outlook which makes the show what it is.

There is a constant longing for intimacy and zero understanding of HOW to achieve it or what to do with it when they do.

I thought the final episode of the show was awesome. There was so much love, hate, misplaced anger, and self loathing flying around that it really illustrated how unstable they were. The final scene was brilliant. So uncomfortable but so good.

Acting was outstanding. Cox is a beast. I had no clue how good Culkin was but I was blown away by his performance throughout, and his acting in the final episode was gold. Same thing with Jeremy Strong as Ken. My favorite character from start to finish was Tom (Jeremy McFayden), and Greg was a perfect addition to the show.

9 stars. Top 10 all time for me and gets very close to cracking my top 5.

The show notion is deep and unexpected . Casting is so perfect and so professional . Amazing is the ups and downs done in a way that you don't feel it's sometimes enological . Sara Snook ( Chev) was my favorite with her feminine turnovers that made sense even when it didn't !. What was amazing to me are the dialogues .. how can this be written in script with all the arguments , interruptions and F words !!! . Logan Roy is the kind of fathers who loves his children so much that he couldn't accept their failures , we see this model often in real life . From children's side , they loved him back but again couldn't accept his guidance or orders .. so real , emotional and touching .

Bravo.

I actually enjoyed Succession but it's definitely a show that's not for everyone. The majority of the people I know end up loving up but there are those who don't like it too. You'll have to judge for yourself. What can you say about it that hasn't already been said? First off this show has won the Emmy for Best Drama every season it's been on and literally every major character has been nominated or won an Emmy for their work on this show. It's also one of the highest rated shows here so it's not only a hit with the critics but the fans love it too. Bottom line is this is one of the best shows ever created. It's one of the rare shows where every season is just as good as the others. There's no let down or weak season. This show is not for everyone though. If you are looking for action and a fast paced show then this isn't for you. What makes this series so special is the writing and acting. It will suck you into their world and won't let go. I can't recommend this show enough but again not everyone has is going to like it.

Let's be honest, when deciding if you are going to invest your precious time into a show, seeing the HBO name in front of it, sort of gives you a warm feeling in your gut that this one maybe worth your time.

HBO have done it again, how many not great, but bloody incredible shows have they made. True Detective, Watchmen, The Wire, Chernobyl, Band Of Brothers. & The Last of Us. They also in my opinion made the best TV show of all time, which is The Sopranos. Succession is pushing The Sopranos all the way, in some weird way they are similar shows, when you scratch the surface you realise that both shows are actually about the family dynamic. In Succession it's all about the Roy family the patriarch Logan, and his ever manipulative and spoilt rotten kids. The Sopranos is about 2 different families, Tony's real family I.e. Wife and kids, and his other family - his mafia family. The sopranos is a few years old now, so if you haven't watched it, and you loved succession give it a go you will not be disappointed.

On a different note, this will prove how good Breaking Bad is, is that you do expect to see the HBO logo rather than AMC. I often wonder if it had been made by HBO, would it have been a better show.