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I can't find many enjoyable series to watch these days. Series today are just too politically correct. That gives shows a soap opera like quality with simplistic plots that are far too drawn out. It's boring to have to fast forward the show because it's too predictable. The Shield is edgy and daring because it addresses life as it is, no political agenda. Others have compared it to The Wire and The Sopranos and I agree as they were top notch series with complex character development. Drama and action were complimentary rather than one overshadowing the other. The Shield keeps you on the edge of your seat. The writing is top notch with a terrific cast of characters for the most part. Glenn Close was a terrific addition for a season. Networks and streaming platforms are plagued by tanking viewership because of modern shows. Vintage tv is where it's at.

This is such a terrific series. The stories are intriguing and take us to a time where we feel right at home with the characters. The entire cast are splendid actors and bring a realism to every plot. This was a time when BBC was making the best tv shows that are about the story and not political views being foisted upon us. When will they get the message? A show is great when you can watch it again and still enjoy it. Series today stretch the plots too far and that's when I have to fast forward just to get through. It's unfortunate that when creativity is stunted. Bravo to creators of this series.

I looked at the dates of this series and thought it might be too dated. I had been watching recent Law & Order SVU and Major Crimes and found them weak in storylines. The writing are so poor. The Bill is amazing. The storylines are complicated, engaging and the characters are extremely interesting. I wish every episode was available but they're not unfortunately. The characters are so convincing, cops and street people are very real. It's a harsh world and the drug problems reflect the the collapse of family neighbourhoods. The police have such a momentous job to do. Geoff McQueen has created such an excellent show. Vintage tv is where it's at today.