Terriers

2010

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  • 1

8.4| 0h30m| TV-MA| en
Synopsis

Ex-cop and recovering alcoholic Hank Dolworth partners with his best friend, former criminal Britt Pollack, in an unlicensed private investigation business. The series is set in Ocean Beach, San Diego, California, although it is portrayed as a distinct town, with Dolworth having once been a member of the fictional Ocean Beach Police Department.

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GarnettTeenage The film was still a fun one that will make you laugh and have you leaving the theater feeling like you just stole something valuable and got away with it.
Doomtomylo a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.
mraculeated The biggest problem with this movie is it’s a little better than you think it might be, which somehow makes it worse. As in, it takes itself a bit too seriously, which makes most of the movie feel kind of dull.
Melanie Bouvet The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.
Frank Dux Amusing TV show, though it's canceled, about the adventures of a couple of private investigators, great performances, on the streets of San Diego.I decided to watch it because some reviews I read which said it was a magnificent show. Well, I wouldn't say it reached that level; it's true it has a strange soul (maybe all that light and brightness, most common thing in South California) The big hit is the performances, specially of the p.i. couple with great chemistry, the ambient and it's entertaining. Opening theme (Gunfight Epiphany of Rob Duncan) helps with its happy tune to strengthen the whole show.Less strong points: soft plot which it leads the audience to tedium sometimes (but characters come to rescue it) and the lack of antagonist with charisma.So, easy to see show, but I understand the reason why it was canceled, and people didn't follow it (however, without a great campaign behind and in a small channel is difficult to keep on surviving).
Lionel Bee Terriers is very much sublime television. The show takes the best elements of neo-noir, San Diego, and procedurals and melds them into a package that somehow hits the right notes with every episode. Similar to Justified (another FX crime drama), the show starts off light on exposition and introduction. It manages to establish arcs with intelligent and natural pacing. Donal Logue carries the show as the likable but utterly broken Hank Dolworth, giving a performance that hasn't the right to not feel cliché but is ultimately powerful. His partner Britt Pollock (Michael Raymond-James)is a refreshing contrast that ends up dominating a lot of the plot, but is never intrusive. Their dynamic feels incredibly genuine, almost as if the two actors have been friends for some time. Overall, Terriers is television at its finest. It builds and builds, making every plot thread count up to a bittersweet finale. There is no telling where the show could go or if it indeed will ever have the chance to go there. Either way, Terriers is 13 episodes of pure gold.
kevhead I was very, very disappointed to see this show was canceled. Logue and James had tremendous chemistry, and you found yourself cheering for every small victory these lovable losers achieved. Most of the minor characters were interesting enough, but a tad generic. The ex-wife who moved on with her life, the confused girlfriend who grew tired of waiting for the ring, the stereotypical villains, etc. I did enjoy Karina Logue as Stephan Dahlwork, Hank's mentally ill sister (and I'm guess, perfectly healthy sister in real-life!). I can't wait to see what Logue and James do next, although I'm doubtful either will find an acting partner who will complement them better. Logue nails whatever part is given to him, and James seems poised to be an up and coming actor, so I'm confident I will be entertained.
pwhipple06 I absolutely love this show. I was a little unsure if I liked it at first. The first several episodes were great and then in the middle it kind of dragged (but I think that helped the character building that a lot of shows lack.) Now that the season is done I am hoping that FX signs for another season. The actors were superb in capturing the characters and making it feel real. In terms of Hank, I know people who have ruined their lives with alcohol and struggle in the process of trying to build themselves back up. Hank's day to day struggle with everything because he knew he was at fault for the destruction of a lot of things. I remember one of the most nerve wracking moments was not any of the times Hank and Britt were recklessly approaching a case, it was when Hank ordered a drink at Kim's wedding. I remember being on the edge of my seat telling myself "Please don't do it!" I've never really felt that way about a character on a television show, the difference was you cared for the characters of this show. Logue did a fine job with his character. Raymond-James also did a great job with his character Britt. Britt faced many problems like escaping his crime ridden past, contemplating if and when he would propose to his girlfriend, and how to react/handle a cheating girlfriend. Raymond-James did a good job in making you believe his character. He is a kind of an erratic person and your not 100% sure what his next move is going to be. Also I know that a lot of people are saying this and I have to agree, the name needs to be changed. It needs to be more representative of the show. I think it would get people more interested.