The Halcyon

I find it interesting that, while the overall rating for this series is near 7, almost everyone who bothered to review it didn't like it.

I, on the other hand, enjoyed the series. The sets are nice, the characters are appealing, and it's all briskly paced.

Certainly, I could pick at things. The plotting is at times not quite logical and at others unrealistically tidy. The band music is not especially true to the period; they sound more like a neo-Swing band from the '90s. Characters are likable enough, but there wasn't anyone I liked to the level of almost any character from Downton Abbey.

But I (and my girlfriend) enjoyed it all the same.

The Halcyon proves how fickle the producers of TV series must be. The Halcyon starts off in a fairly average way I must say, but as it develops it becomes something totally engaging, and rather excellent.

Beautifully acted by all concerned, great performances from Steven Mackintosh, Olivia Williams, Liz White etc, but it was the constant brilliance from Hermione Corfield that I enjoyed most of all, she was superb as Emma.

Lavish production values, the Hotel in particular looked fabulous, gorgeous costumes, and a true sense of realism during the bombing scenes.

The series got better as it went on, the last few episodes in particular were excellent, I hope the petition that's going around encourages someone to take the series on, there are so many more stories to tell.

Excellent drama, 8/10

It appeared in episode one, to be a war time soap but it's growing up into a sophisticated viewing option. The Halcyon is getting better and better each week. It's a glamorous reminder of how far we have come. The story lines fit snugly together with a smart script and beautifully worked scenery. A real treat on a dark winter night. Roll on commissioning series 2.

I absolutely love everything about this series I really didn't know what to expect. I absolutely love Steven Mckintosh. The story is great , cast amazing, hotel/music outstanding. I am hoping that we will have another season soon. Every time I watch the scenes in the bar with music and dance and those beautiful dresses I want to join in.

Without spoiling anything the series sums up betrayal/ sexuality/racial/power hunger

If you love Downtown Abbey and Mr Selfridge with a twist you are definitely up for a treat :)

Thank you so much ITV , season 2 please :)

Massive fan!!!!!

Loved it. Gets better each episode. Intrigue a plenty, and some wonderful relationships developed as the show went on. Worth watching.