In a world where superheroes have been real for decades, an accountant with no superpowers comes to realize his city is owned by a super villain. As he struggles to uncover this conspiracy, ... Read allIn a world where superheroes have been real for decades, an accountant with no superpowers comes to realize his city is owned by a super villain. As he struggles to uncover this conspiracy, he falls in league with a strange blue superhero.In a world where superheroes have been real for decades, an accountant with no superpowers comes to realize his city is owned by a super villain. As he struggles to uncover this conspiracy, he falls in league with a strange blue superhero.
- Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
- 4 nominations total
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Reviewers say 'The Tick' is lauded for its humor, character development, and nostalgic elements, with standout performances by Peter Serafinowicz and Griffin Newman. However, some criticize the darker tone, departure from campy humor, and early episode pacing. Foul language and a less likable Arthur also draw ire. Despite these issues, many find the series enjoyable for its comedy-action blend.
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Overall, I enjoyed the pilot episode, and would vote for it to be continued. There, that's said.
There are a few things that jar me the wrong way. Serafinowicz doesn't quite have the physical and vocal presence I'd want in the Big Blue Guy. And the suit looks a bit too rubberized. But, as pointed out in other reviews, Serafinowicz is a good actor and voice actor, and, with a commitment as a producer, too, he'll find his way with the character.
But, that aside, we have Ben Edlund back writing the Tick, and for the continuity that he'll bring to this, I'm okay with the changes that he's been making to some of the story elements (The Terror, Arthur's back story, the lack of a spoon).
And who but Edlund could give us a line like "blinded by weaponized syphilis"?
And, as a bonus, Patrick Warburton is producing.
It's fun. Is it as much fun for someone coming cold to the series, without the history that we've grown up with? That's to be seen.
Disclaimer: I've been a Tick fan since the comic first came out
There are a few things that jar me the wrong way. Serafinowicz doesn't quite have the physical and vocal presence I'd want in the Big Blue Guy. And the suit looks a bit too rubberized. But, as pointed out in other reviews, Serafinowicz is a good actor and voice actor, and, with a commitment as a producer, too, he'll find his way with the character.
But, that aside, we have Ben Edlund back writing the Tick, and for the continuity that he'll bring to this, I'm okay with the changes that he's been making to some of the story elements (The Terror, Arthur's back story, the lack of a spoon).
And who but Edlund could give us a line like "blinded by weaponized syphilis"?
And, as a bonus, Patrick Warburton is producing.
It's fun. Is it as much fun for someone coming cold to the series, without the history that we've grown up with? That's to be seen.
Disclaimer: I've been a Tick fan since the comic first came out
I've been waiting for Television adaption of The Tick for years! And the show blew my mind! It's so fresh and so different than the rest superhero shows and it actually contains great message. The show should not end so soon! Please renew it for several more seasons!
OK I was a 90s kid but never was really interested in the tick growing up however when I saw the trailer for this I had to give it a chance and I am rather happy I did this was exciting hilarious and action filled you really cant go to wrong here the tick himself is hilarious and is like the poster boy for dorky sidekicks however it works they are both great together I say give the tick a chance he may save your day from bordom if nothing else lol
This is only my second review on this site, and I hesitated to even write it. But the more I watched of this show, the more I felt an obligation to. The title really says it all, the special effects are lacking at times (pretty obvious green screen in one scene, cheap- ish looking costume in the next), and it doesn't matter in the slightest. I haven't read the comics, at least not yet, so I can't speak to whether or not this is a faithful adaptation. But it's more than just entertaining. In every moment of it, you can see and feel that someone put their heart and soul into this show. It's leagues ahead of any Marvel/Netflix series, solely because it's not just about superheroes running around being invincible and fighting evil. It refuses to take itself too seriously, while still somehow being an effective human drama, and a good comedy to boot.
There are no huge action setpieces, though you do get to see people deflecting bullets and punching henchmen through walls. However, that's not what you should watch this for regardless. You should watch it for the story, because as short as this season is, it's expertly crafted. If you're looking for Luke Cage or Iron Fist, look elsewhere. In my humble opinion, this is better than both of them combined.
There are no huge action setpieces, though you do get to see people deflecting bullets and punching henchmen through walls. However, that's not what you should watch this for regardless. You should watch it for the story, because as short as this season is, it's expertly crafted. If you're looking for Luke Cage or Iron Fist, look elsewhere. In my humble opinion, this is better than both of them combined.
It's an 8 for me so far. I am not familiar with The Tick Comic. The show is quirky, but it's very well done with the priviledges of good writing, and an adequate budget.
Did you know
- TriviaPatrick Warburton is one of the producers. He played the title character in The Tick (2001).
- GoofsThe "words" in the interface of Arthur's helmet and on its case are meaningless babble, and consist of a chaotic mixture of Russian Cyrillics, misshapen Russian letters, misshapen Georgian alphabet, astrological signs, and nonexistent symbols.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Blockbuster Buster: Honest Review - The Tick Season 1 Part 1 (2017)
- SoundtracksEveyrwhere I Go
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