Being Human (UK)

wow what have they done to Being Human UK.... George and Nina are gone in the 1st episode, George is the best i wish they hadn't changed things so much...but i did like the jump forward to the future was a good twist, but no more George lets hope the shows not ruined because of only having 1 main actor from the original

Has anyone else noticed that Being Human has started to look and sound like The Fades? Did the writers get spooked by that show do you think? I'm suspicious and a bit disappointed if that's the case.

I've been watching Being Human from the very beginning and was really keen for the start of the fourth series. However, the series lost Mitchell at the end of series 3 and by the end of the first episode, Nina and George have now gone. I'll still be watching this series but I'm not sure if the new cast members will work as well as the original cast.

This series is the best! Its so much fun. I love the characters. Annie, George, and Mitchell! Their the best.

Game changes are usually implemented as a last ditch effort. In the case of Being Human UK and Being Human US I don't think this applies. The identical plots albeit on different sides of the pond does not indicate much change.

Originally drawn into the UK show I anticipated the third season and then VOILA what happens all I can find is the US version and a repeat of the UK plot. This is the first time that I recall a show moving in this direction. Often I wondered WTH is going on?

Recently I found that I could view both versions. I am glued to the plot because I can watch either show. Does anyone feel like this is redundant?

I like the show and rate both versions a 8. The direction is somewhat open-ended but enough to capture new viewers and keep loyal ones coming back for more.

Show biz...go figure.

I have some mixed feelings about this show - loved season 1 and 3 but didn't like season 2 very much.



The characters are great and well fleshed out, the story is interesting and the special effects can be very impressive.



On the down side, sometimes the story feels a little aimless and particularly the vampire storyline feels unfinished: a lot of hype but very little follow-through. It's almost as if there should be this bigger storyline with the character stories as the backdrop but instead it's been done the other way round.



Despite this small flaw on the storyline side, what the show does exceptionally well is create the relationship between the three main characters. It feels genuine and is charming. It can also be delightfully funny.



I did enjoy watching the series though I think it didn't live up to half of it's potential.

I travel and can watch foreign as well as domestic shows. I like this show. There is so much that is unique and unpredictable. You never know where the show is going next. And it doesn't burden the viewer with too much of one thing, drama, action, comedy. It's a good mix. And the small issues do not get too overshadowed by the big ones. There are bigger issues, the vampire community, wolf packs, the greater afterlife. But then there are small issues too, new friends, trouble getting along in one house, the neighbors. It's a rich show with lots of variety and surprises. You never know where it is going, but it's good to go along. The only downside is that the story can drag at times.

I think I was hooked the moment it started - not just because there was Russell Tovey ripping his clothes off but it was the way that the audience was being brought into his life - the terror of his life - not being in control - having something so powerful take over your body and the fear in knowing it is about to happen. I loved Tovey in the History Boys and he did not disappoint. He had some classic scenes - and the innocence of him looking around and then cleaning his new flat was priceless - a real little housewife! Guy Flanagan was also incredible - so effortless in his acting - you immediately warmed to his character - not your usual vampire! Even when he bit his girlfriend you felt empathy for him because again you knew how hard he was trying to fight against it. Annie's character was so sweet - you felt so sorry for her - even though it was never mentioned how she actually died, I think deep down you knew she had had a tragic ending, possibly by her own hand.



I think this plot has a lot of potential and I hope a new series starts shortly. Definitely something to look forward to!

This was a very cool show when it come to science fiction. I love the story line of the show. Even though I saw it on YouTube instead of the television, it seem like it had promise if they decide to continue to air the show on television. For anyone who into werewolves, vampires, ghosts and other things like that then see if you going to like this show. Anyway, I hope they continue to do something with this show but if not, then I was glad to see the show when and however I could. Good luck and hope to see more of this show.

Total shame that they messed with the format, characters etc.

I think by changing it they totally missed the point in what people liked about it in the first place.

The first one was kind of quirky and all the better for it. Apparently they wanted to make it less gothic. It seems all they did was take the fun out of it. The girl playing the new ghost is no doubt a good enough actress but she isnt the Annie that we knew in the pilot. Where was the dry wit in some of the comments she made.

The new vamp is not the same and too down to earth.

George was good but suffers from the script.



If you have ever heard of a programme "jumping the shark" then this has to be record for doing it in its second episode.



I will only tune in next week if there is nothing else on, as am guessing that this is good as it gets.



More of the same is what people wanted whenthey begged for it be made into a series.



Shame Shame Shame !!!

I completly adore this show i stubbled on to it completly by accident but since then it has become one of my absolute favourites, it's an original take on what could be considered a well traveled path the way vampires, ghosts, werewolves and death are tackled is all excellent and really original the same goes for how they deal with the characters themselves and the plot lines. This is one of my top 10 shows on tv today and im counting down the days untill the next season.

None of that typical vampire stuff. Here the vampire Mitchell (Aidan Turner) does not feed on humans (generally), the werewolf George (Russell Tovey) is a complete whimp, and the ghost Annie (Lenora Crichlow)...well she just doesn't want to move on, and defies the "other side". These three try to live peacefully with other humans in a community, but unfortunately someone is allways out there to ruin their paradise. This show has action, the supernatural, little romance, amazing English humour and furthermore, a fresh idea. It is nice to see something new, and this show is just that, a relief, new and none of that Hollywood blowing up, shinning vampire Sh**.

Being Human certainly gets a lot of points for creativity. The basic premise of the series is about a vampire, a werewolf and a ghost trying to live as normal human beings and the trials and tribulations they face as a result. The best part about this show is also, IMO, it's biggest flaw. That is, by trying to "be human", these 3 creatures of the night are essentially fighting against their very nature. Nature usually doesn't like to be meddled with and it can & will find a way to right itself.It might take seconds, days, month, years or even centuries but it will inevitably happen. Thus, controlling and conquering his bloodlust is only really the beginning of John Mitchell, the vampire's problems. In addition to him, George Sands, the werewolf also faces his own set of problems as a result of his curse,especially in season 2 when he gives the curse to his girlfriend. Annie the ghost faces the problem of having to face eternity as a ghost or to find a way to face her death(which,in this universe, is described as something horrible and unpleasant). The reason I consider this the biggest flaw of the series would be because, while I like "so dark it's pitch black" sort of movies, it sometimes feels a little too dark for my tastes. Frankly, life isn't as depressing as it's made out to be and for these 3, things only seem to go from bad to worse. Frankly, I would like to see one iota of happiness in their lives, one silver lining in this huge dark cloud.Other than that, Russell Tovey seems a little too childishly melodramatic sometimes as George. Despite these two admittedly opinionated defects, the show was pretty good and worth watching once especially if you want something different from the typical angsty romance vampire shows that have popped up in the wake of Twilight.

I don't know how you might feel about American Network TV shows...



Personally, IMHO, many - and on some nights, most - Suck.



Enter the BBC or, to be more accurate, BBCA (BBC America).



In a word: "Brilliant".



Brilliantly original shows, Brilliantly cast, Brilliant acting, Brilliantly clever, smart and funny writing with Brilliant twists and unexpected turns.



Take, for example, the show called "Being Human".



Premise: "George (Russell Tovey) and Mitchell (Aidan Turner) work in anonymous drudgery as hospital porters in Bristol, England. They lead lives of quiet desperation under the burden of a terrible secret - Mitchell's a vampire and George a werewolf... Not known, historically, to pal around with each other. But, Mitchell and George have become friends and confide in each other. Deciding to start life afresh and leave behind the dark side (the two young men take special measures to try to avoid killing people), they move into a house, only to find that Annie (Lenora Crichlow), the ghost of a woman killed in mysterious circumstances, haunts it. As the monster threesome deal with the challenges of their new life together, they're united in their strong desire to be "normal", to blend in with their human neighbors... to try Being Human."

(From: bbca.com)



Regardless of how corny the description may sound... It's a Fantastic show!



I wanted to include three videos that introduce each of the characters... A 'Prequel', so to speak, for each character. Just to give you an... umm, taste.

But, alas, TV.com wouldn't let me.



But if you'd like to check them out...

Here are the links:



Mitchell's Prequel:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/beinghuman/2008/12/mitchell.html



Annie's Prequel:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/beinghuman/2008/12/annie.html



George's Prequel:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/beinghuman/2008/12/george.html



Enjoy!



Peace.



L.

The British have got it nailed down with this one. So amazingly great, that there is a US version, which hardly measures to the original.



In my list of gripping shows, Being Human, Mad Men, Burn Notice and Torchwood are at the top.



The writing, the actors, it's all great. A real addictive show. Now, mind you, I was in love with this show, from the get go with the pilot episode which, except for George, had different actors for Mitchell and Annie. This is quality TV. Love the fact that there is no censoring. I just wished they had more episodes. Instead of this diet of 6 to 8 episodes per series, bump it up to maybe 22 :)



Oh well.



As I said, an amazing show to escape.

...and the UK is, has been, and evermore shall be, the place to go for just that!



I could not wait to see if Being Human would come to Canadian TV so I took matters into my own hands and got the season 1 DVD. No sooner had I placed my order, and Space Network in Canada announced an August Marathon of season one. Figures. However now I'm ahead of the game and await the verdict on a season 2 here.



To summarize: great concept, to combine all your worst supernatural jump-into-bed-from-your-bedroom-doorway nightmares into, well: a Supernatural Motley Crew! (Excuse the play on a Trade Mark!)



At times, as I have watched the really great individual tales unfold into an other-worldly inter-dependence, I have been overwhelmed by the depressive nature of trying to be Human. Does it really suck that much to be us??!!



From this side of the veil, no. From the other side? Who knows, but its a great ride imagining the unimaginable. Kudos to the creators, the writers and the performers. And long may imagination reign. On TV, and anywhere else its needed!

Finally an unxpectedly good British supernatural show! Along with Apparitions, Being Human gives us a slice of excellent drama, good writers and cast ..... the only fault I can see is that both Being Human and Apparitions only last six episodes. When will the Brits catch up with the USA and air a series for 22 or 23 episodes. Its gonna be a long wait for the new series of these two British supernatural dramas, but I will definately be there with my finger on record. Unmissable, if you have not seen them ...... get downloading, you will not regret it!

This show has really had me hooked since the very first episode! A vampire, a werewolf and a ghost house sharing, struggling to keep hold of their grip on humanity and trying to rid themselves of their conditions by pretending to fit in. All the while facing opposition from all their kin and a new extreme reigious sect bent on ridding the earth of their 'evil' kind. It's a little different and dark whilst still being a bit of a black comedy. Because of this comedy element it doesn't feel too heavy either! It feels very real so would appeal to drama lovers as well as horror fans... I look forward to many more episodes from this show!

I was so glad this pilot got made into a series. Already we are halfway through the season, though, as only 6 episodes have been made. It has been well worth watching, though. The three leading characters are very well drawn, Mitchell the vampire is the smouldering sexy type. George the werewolf is actually very sweet and gentle. Annie the ghost is sad and lonely most of the time and looking for closure over her death. They live in a gaudy pink house in bristol, of all places, owned by Annie's former fiance who has now moved on with a new girlfriend. This is one of the best shows commisioned by BBC3 in a long time.

It would appear the BBC3 has a swing and miss record with their broadcasting attempts these days, you have the good side (Being Human, Mongrels etc) and then the bad side (Lee Nelson). Overall they have a 50/50 record when it comes to new shows.



To be honest, the first time i watched being human i wasnt expecting much, odd plot, odd cast and odd circumstances. But as i got into it, it didn't take long for the artistic brilliance to shine through, none of the characters are apparently human, but we still feel we can relate to them, their struggle to fit in, and the fight with their inner demons. Dark, funny, thrilling, and just downright clever. I expect more of the same from the 3rd series, quite possibly the best show currently on national television, a geniune joy to watch

Toby Whithouse has writtern an excellent new dark comedy. When I first started to watch it I did think what was this gonna be like because well, a Ghost, Werewolf & a Vampire, it did kinda sound a bit daft, however it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. As for the cast, there is Aidan Turner who I can't say I really liked him in The Clinic maybe because I'm tired of Medical Drama's, but he played blinder is this. As for Russell Tovey he pulled his character off brilliantly. And there is Lenora Crichlow what can I say about her apart from what a Babe... The only thing that I remember her being in was that disaster Kiss of Death. I would like to personally thank the Casting department on ther excellent choice as Aiden, Russell & Lenora where perfect for roles. also I'm over the moon that there is to be a Second Series. GOOD CALL BBC!!!!!

... its refreshing and different, you get attached to the characters very early in the serie, the stories are interesting and you really wonder what will happened to Mitchell and his struggle will he ever learn to feed without killing ? George will accept what he is?? and what about Nina? now that one I'm really intrigue to see how it will be develop!!! and Annie, poor child... she seem to have gain some kind of trouble when she decided not to go through the door... I do have many more questions and I'm sure they will be answered in season 2, but they sure will give us more questions!! This just to say that I do look forward for the next season.

Brilliantly crafted series, that at first makes you wonder how or who came up with such a concept.

Mitchell (the Vampire) is dark and moody reeking of danger, George (the Werewolf) as puppyish and as loyal as a golden retriever & Annie (the Ghost) who is emotionally translucent all share a house together and come to terms with each of their conditions. At the same time as trying to fit in with their community they explore what it is to be human. Dark undercurrents from the exiled Mitchell's Vampire society threaten to shatter the peace and existence of household.

Each of the characters take it in turns to hold and support their housemates. With dialog that tickles and amuses throughout.

Well done! (Sign up series two please!)

If you would have told me that there was going to be a tv show about a Vampire, Warwolf and a Ghost sharing a house together i would have laughed in your face. I mean who would have thought of that??? Well somone did and im glad they did. I watched the 1.1/2 hour pilot episode and loved it so much that i was hoping the show would be picked up by somone as i loved the carectors and the concept so much. I was happy to hear that it did and when i sat down to watch the revamped version with two new actors playing the roles i was nervouse. I was expecting to feel as if there was somthing missing as i loved the original actors. But like most things with this show i was pleased with the outcome. A must watch for anyone who loves a dark comedy with feelings.

The show follows the lives of three seemingly ordinary flatmates living in Bristol. However, their seemingly ordinary lives are in fact far from as one is a vampire, one is a werewolf and the other is a ghost. The story is darkly comic with moments of comedy interspersed between real drama and tension. The cast is perfectly suited to the material at hand and Russell Tovey is especially fantastic as the neurotic werewolf George. The supporting cast is also surprisingly well rounded for a British show (where unimportant characters are often very two dimensional). All in all this a great show and hopefully the upcoming second series will be just as good as the first. Also it has a great sound track.

My friend kept telling me about this show but i had other shows like Lost, Heroes and fringe to watch... i wish i'd started watching Being Human sooner now. I watched from the pilot episode which had different actors in it but still enjoyed it. The series picks up so you dont have to watch the original pilot, but because the original pilot is good on its own i say watch it anyway. The program style is original and captivating- if u liked buffy or angel i'd say watch this because it has the same style Without Trying TO Copy It!!! (unlike Demons which tries so hard to capture buffy's essence that it fails) Im enjoying the characters backstories and at episode 3 i'm starting to think that Annie's (the ghost) death was suspicous. Quiet frankly this is a great show and should be watched by more people... thanks to Dave for putting me onto it! When the dvd comes out on 20/04/2009 i shall be watching. they'll be better than watching old vhs tapes of this wonderful show :)

I was really pleased to hear Being Human was going to be made into a series, after watching last year's pilot. But there was a part of me that thought, I bet in the end it won't be that good. How wrong was I, it has been excellent. From the beginning until this weeks cliffhanger penultimate episode, Being Human has improved with each episode. The script is funny, witty, original and contemporary and you can relate with the characters even though they have their supernatural "powers". I like how they show humanity in its best and worst whilst trying to be human. This show has everything for a good supernatural genre and I sincerely hope they make a second season.

The pilot for this show was shown as part of a revamp of the brittish channel BBC3. It was shown with a couple of other Pilots but this show was by far the favorite. many people including myself consider the pilot to be one of the best hours television in 2008.



after a nervous period of waiting it was confirmed that the pilot would indeed be made into a series. this was the best news that i could have hoped for but was left a bit wary when the news came through that they were recasting the roles of Mitchel and Annie. It was also unerving when it was announced that the pilot would not be part of the series cannon.



However it turned out that there was nothing to worry about. The series was back and better than ever. This is a wonderful series and has an engaging storyline. This is one of my favorite series and I cannot advise people enough to watch it. if this doesnt get a second series then the BBC will be making a big mistake.

As soon as I heard about the concept of a vampire, werewolf and ghost sharing a flat I knew the guys of BBC3 were onto something good and I was right! This show is possibly the most interesting I have seen since LOST and that is saying a lot. The actors work together perfectly, you really feel as if they are connected. Each character has their own problem, Mitchell (the vamp) is 120yrs old and is trying to give up blood (don't know how that works but whatever) but is struggling all the time, George is a werewolf and despises himself for it and Annie is a ghost who haunts the house Mitchell and George are in as there is something unresolved about her death. The back stories of the characters are unfolding nicely and keep you gripped all the time. Though the show has its morbid parts the comedy references are rather funny and it keeps me happy throughout. When you think about it, what would you expect from a supernatural black-comedy? The CGI is also amazing, if you watch George transforming into a wolf you will see what I mean and for a tight budget it is truly awesome. I encourage anyone who loves supernatural shows to watch this. I only wish they would move the show to BBC2 or something so the fandom level rises and there will be a second series for sure :D.

wasn't too sure when i heard about it, but i'm really pleased i watched. i think it's just going to get even better, but then it will probs be taken off air!! as per with the shows i like!! and that doesn't mean i like loser shows, it just means that not enuff peeps appreciate offbeat, good shows! okey dokey! :D the really strange thing is that i'm writing a book about a vampire, werewolf and a witch (not a ghost) right now, so i'm hoping i'll get lots of good tips from the show, even though my idea is totally different to the one on the show. it's just great that Britain has finally came up with a very good show about vampires, werewolves etc, and not one thats cheesy and fake looking, plus the actors are great too which is always a plus! and they are even recognisable!! so all round i think this has the makings of a great series, and i don't understand why it hasn't been as well advertised as "demons" has? as it is just as good, if not better in my opinion, so please keep up the great work and i hope the creator has been givin a huge pat on the back, oh! and loads 'a' money!! :D byee xox