I have watched the first two episodes of King & Maxwell, and I feel the foundation has been laid for a very enjoyable series. The action takes place in D.C., providing an interesting backdrop to the action. The titular characters are ex-Secret Service agents who are now partners in a PI firm. King and Maxwell are self-described as a "man of words" and a "woman of action". Their relationship includes friendly bickering and teasing, and a sexual tension. Though they both might be described as world-weary, there is an energy that is driven by their interactions.
Of course every protagonist must have an antagonist. The thorn in K&M's side is the FBI, personified by the cantankerous Agent Ribgy (and his sidekick Agent Carter).
In the first episode, we encounter the "idiot savant" Edgar Roy, who Maxwell invites--off the cuff--into the firm. When we find in episode 2 that he is a series regular, it is a happy surprise. His character, a la Rainman, injects humor, unpredictability and counterpoint to the team's gung-ho style.
So far, I have found the comedic vignettes at the beginning of the episodes enjoyable. And the ending of each episode has been satisfying. K&M are results-oriented and willing to bend the rules. They might even break a few. They tackle problems and threats head-on. They have serious skills with weapons and in hand combat. But the comedy elements in this show are so strong that the tone is fairly light. In fact, I am tempted to describe the show as "sweet" because the characters are allowed to show their sensitive sides.
I hope TNT can keep this show on the air. They have assembled some real talent in cast and crew. Let me finish by saying that the stylistic shooting and editing in the first two episodes did not go unnoticed. Can they keep continue with these high standards?
Of course every protagonist must have an antagonist. The thorn in K&M's side is the FBI, personified by the cantankerous Agent Ribgy (and his sidekick Agent Carter).
In the first episode, we encounter the "idiot savant" Edgar Roy, who Maxwell invites--off the cuff--into the firm. When we find in episode 2 that he is a series regular, it is a happy surprise. His character, a la Rainman, injects humor, unpredictability and counterpoint to the team's gung-ho style.
So far, I have found the comedic vignettes at the beginning of the episodes enjoyable. And the ending of each episode has been satisfying. K&M are results-oriented and willing to bend the rules. They might even break a few. They tackle problems and threats head-on. They have serious skills with weapons and in hand combat. But the comedy elements in this show are so strong that the tone is fairly light. In fact, I am tempted to describe the show as "sweet" because the characters are allowed to show their sensitive sides.
I hope TNT can keep this show on the air. They have assembled some real talent in cast and crew. Let me finish by saying that the stylistic shooting and editing in the first two episodes did not go unnoticed. Can they keep continue with these high standards?