True Detective: Tom went in to listen to the Cardinals game...in November. Mmmmmhmmmm... (4 Viewers)

[Raider Nation]

TRUE DETECTIVE premieres strongly for HBO: 2.3m viewers for premiere. Another 1m for replay. Best debut for HBO since 2010's Boardwalk.

 

[Premier]

My wife noticed that Woody doesn't have his wedding band on in present day, but does in the flashbacks. Fwiw.

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

Maybe Woody's character has something going on with the woman who bought that information to him, which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership. Woody's character said that he doesn't hold grudges.

Defiantly an affair between Martin and the "deposition" girl.

 

[El Floppo]

Operation Switch from Showtime to HBO back in effect.

 

[The Dude]

Maybe Woody's character has something going on with the woman who bought that information to him, which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership. Woody's character said that he doesn't hold grudges.

Defiantly an affair between Martin and the "deposition" girl.

My guess would be MM ratted Woody out on the affair

 

[SacramentoBob]

Maybe Woody's character has something going on with the woman who bought that information to him, which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership. Woody's character said that he doesn't hold grudges.

Defiantly an affair between Martin and the "deposition" girl.

My guess would be MM ratted Woody out on the affair

Probably tried to get some Eiffel Tower action and got shot down.

 

[The Gator]

Itching to watch episode 1 again already

 

[The General]

Maybe Woody's character has something going on with the woman who bought that information to him, which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership. Woody's character said that he doesn't hold grudges.

Defiantly an affair between Martin and the "deposition" girl.

For sure.

 

[joffer]

Liked it

 

[kutta]

I liked it but wasn't blown away. I could see myself either being totally into after 3 episodes or totally done with it. We'll see where it goes from here, but it was a bit slow and a little annoying in a weird way.

But I'm giving it at least 2 more tries.

 

[Nathan R. Jessep]

I liked it but wasn't blown away. I could see myself either being totally into after 3 episodes or totally done with it. We'll see where it goes from here, but it was a bit slow and a little annoying in a weird way.

But I'm giving it at least 2 more tries.

After reading the previews (somewhat spoiler-ish), I'm definitely giving it until at least episode 4. I liked the pilot well enough to give the series a chance.

 

[Nathan R. Jessep]

Maybe Woody's character has something going on with the woman who bought that information to him, which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership. Woody's character said that he doesn't hold grudges.

Defiantly an affair between Martin and the "deposition" girl.

For sure.

Agreed. Marty is giving HER the depositions.

 

[jamny]

Kinda slow. Will give it another episode or two.

 

[BustedKnuckles]

Kinda slow. Will give it another episode or two.

give it 4...trust me

 

[MCguidance]

http://www.forbes.com/sites/allenstjohn/2014/01/13/how-hbos-true-detective-will-change-the-way-you-watch-television/

More importantly, this eight-episode arc is completely self-contained. If the show returns for a second season, Harrelson and McConaughey won’t be back. American Horror Story adopts this approach--the FX series changes settings and turns over most of its cast each season–but True Detective takes this idea to the next level.

 

[pantherclub]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

 

[Fuller]

which leads to MM character getting close to Woody's wife, maybe an affair, and that is what causes the end of their friendship/partnership.

This is difficult to imagine happening. He's a really weird dude.

Yeah, but I wonder if the whole thing where he opens up a little to her about his daughter dying is foreshadowing that they might end up close to one another.

 

[Bobcat10]

http://www.forbes.com/sites/allenstjohn/2014/01/13/how-hbos-true-detective-will-change-the-way-you-watch-television/

More importantly, this eight-episode arc is completely self-contained. If the show returns for a second season, Harrelson and McConaughey won’t be back. American Horror Story adopts this approach--the FX series changes settings and turns over most of its cast each season–but True Detective takes this idea to the next level.

Thanks. Solid article that goes in depth on how they are taking "this idea to the next level".

 

[Premier]

I dunno. I don't think it's going to be that easy of a show. MM banging his partner's wife could be seen coming down Broadway.

I think this show is going to get super weird.

 

[Nathan R. Jessep]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

 

[Bigboy10182000]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

This

 

[jamny]

Kinda slow. Will give it another episode or two.

give it 4...trust me

I didn't realize it was only 8 episodes and new story next season. I'm sure I'll stick around for the season now.

 

[snitwitch]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

I agree with this, but also think he knows more about who did it than he's let on thus far.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

So far it's pretty damn good. The acting alone is enough to keep me watching. Both MM and WH are great in this.

 

[wazoo11]

So far it's pretty damn good. The acting alone is enough to keep me watching. Both MM and WH are great in this.

 

[shadyridr]

My wife noticed that Woody doesn't have his wedding band on in present day, but does in the flashbacks. Fwiw.

well clearly he was going to bang that hot chick instead of checking those deposition files

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Happier times.

 

[Bonzai]

Way into this.

Seeing Woody being the killer, but hoping it's not that obvious.

 

[shuke]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

 

[Christo]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

I'm hopeful about aliens, but it's too soon to tell.

 

[shuke]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

at some of these "I'll give it a few more episodes" repsonses.

 

[Apple Juice]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

at some of these "I'll give it a few more episodes" repsonses.

Expected it to be good, but it was way better than good. They keep showing it on HBO and I've watched it three times already. The same good posters from the BB thread will be keeping this one on the front page for the next eight weeks. This is a phenomenally well-done show on every level and is going to mind-#### everyone.

 

[jamny]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

at some of these "I'll give it a few more episodes" repsonses.

You can't see how someone might want to withhold judgement on the show until they see a little more of it? It was ok. Nothing phenomenal. I'll give it a few more episodes. It's not like Breaking Bad, that hit you from the opening scene. It's clearly a slow developing show.

 

[Wrigley]

in with both feet

 

[BustedKnuckles]

Not too much happened,

Really? Some of the best character development I've ever seen inside a one hour premier.

Not enough explosions or werewolves.

at some of these "I'll give it a few more episodes" repsonses.

Expected it to be good, but it was way better than good. They keep showing it on HBO and I've watched it three times already. The same good posters from the BB thread will be keeping this one on the front page for the next eight weeks. This is a phenomenally well-done show on every level and is going to mind-#### everyone.

wait....this isnt die hard 6????

 

[The Ref]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

I'm going with the MM knows they got the wrong guy but WH and the rest of the cops are pressured into busting the wrong guy but the Gov's religious cousin and rest of the media.

 

[SacramentoBob]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

I'm going with the MM knows they got the wrong guy but WH and the rest of the cops are pressured into busting the wrong guy but the Gov's religious cousin and rest of the media.

Solid theory.

 

[MCguidance]

What else can this show do? I'd actually much prefer this pace to a show/character development. This show will go down as one of HBOs best, if I had to bet.

 

[shadyridr]

Maybe you should start asking the right ####### questions!

 

[Bonzai]

Definite creepy vibe from the minister (not Lester, the white guy). I'd prefer he be the guy instead of a zomg twist ending with Woody or MM being the guy.

You know you're into a show when you actually spend time thinking about how they might screw it up. I usually don't get sucked into stuff like that.

 

[roarlions]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

I'm going with the MM knows they got the wrong guy but WH and the rest of the cops are pressured into busting the wrong guy but the Gov's religious cousin and rest of the media.

 

[Good Posting Judge]

FWIW, I think Cohle went "off the grid" and stopped speaking to Hart around the same time (2002?), unsurprisingly.

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Long-ish analytical piece in EW. Some mentions to some thing that happen up through Ep 4, and then a warning of spoilers near the end of the article, which is where I stopped.

http://insidetv.ew.com/2014/01/12/true-detective-premiere/

 

[snitwitch]

"Then start asking the right ####### questions"

I watched this pretty hammered so I am not really sure what he is going for here. Did the black cops allude to them catching the dude in 95 but MM is saying they didnt?

I kind of got the feeling that he felt like they were accusing him, and he was telling them to start asking questions that might help them solve the case (a la by finding the person that actually did it, NOT him)

I'm going with the MM knows they got the wrong guy but WH and the rest of the cops are pressured into busting the wrong guy but the Gov's religious cousin and rest of the media.

I like this take, but in addition I think MM / WH might know who the "right guy" is, possibly. Also think there might be more than just one "right guy"

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

The show reminds me of Fallen with Denzel. I hope they don't go full blown super natural like that movie, but, if done right, it could work.

 

[Homer J Simpson]

Watching it again and just noticed a moment of pure awesomeness.

When they're in the church and Pastor Lester is telling them about the "devil neck" things...while he's talking, the camera cuts to a cross that's held together with thin rope above the altar. Lester says "I always thought it was something for children to do. Keep em busy. Tell em stories about why they're tying sticks together."

Love it.

 

[Ilov80s]

Enthralling, I was hooked 5 mins in.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

Watching it again and just noticed a moment of pure awesomeness.

When they're in the church and Pastor Lester is telling them about the "devil neck" things...while he's talking, the camera cuts to a cross that's held together with thin rope above the altar. Lester says "I always thought it was something for children to do. Keep em busy. Tell em stories about why they're tying sticks together."

Love it.

He'll always be Big Chief Lambreaux from "Treme" to me.

And he was the 2nd actor from "Treme" that has showed up on this show. The coroner was played by Davi Jay who had a small role on Treme.

 

[Gr00vus]

The show reminds me of Fallen with Denzel. I hope they don't go full blown super natural like that movie, but, if done right, it could work.

Given the title (and tone thus far) of the show I doubt they depart into a fantastic/supernatural/fantasy kind of bent.