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I have been excited for this show for the better part of six months since I found out about it. My excitement for it has mostly been because the source material, Jason Mott's The Returned, was one of my favorite books of 2013. While there are certainly coincidences, the show is not an American adaptation of the French show "Les Revenants". It is instead an adaptation of Mott's work.

Although certain relationships and characters have been changed/altered, thus far the show has captured impact of the return of Jacob Langston. Somehow the writers, and even director, have been able to capture the poetic and deeply philosophical nature of Mott's prose. My one complaint of the book was that Mott seemed to through a lot at the reader and everything going on became overwhelming. The pacing of the pilot was the complete opposite. While the teasers leading up to the premiere certainly eluded to more people being "resurrected," the show is not throwing too much at the viewer just yet.

In the book we don't ever really receive an explanation as to why these people return, but I am looking forward to how the show expands upon the mystery.

I didn't know what to make of this show when I watched the first couple of episodes. I loved the very first episode but each episode after has been on a slightly lower level. While there is still drama and mystery it feels like it is going in a different direction. I personally still really like the show but I have a feeling that you will either love it or hate it.

To be honest the reason why I initially watched this show was because of Kurtwood Smith. I've missed seeing him in things since That 70's Show finished up but it is good to see him making great television again. In fact the whole cast is extremely talented and a big plus.

If your interest was piqued when you first saw the promotional clip then my advice would be to give it a go. The first season is short enough for you to take the plunge.

To be honest I wasn't optimistic at all. Les Revenants was a brilliant and unique creation, award winner for International Grammy. I couldn't see any way how they could re-enact that brilliance. But after watching this 1st episode, I must admit this one isn't bad at all ! They expanded the boundary, brought their own twists and made it something new. Whether u have watched the original or not, that won't affect at all! Les Revenats had an Godly location, this one might not have that. But they tried with some new characters and aspects to make up for it. While you are at it, you better enjoy the ride ! Its gonna be shocking and bumpy !

This is by far the Best TV Series i have seen in a long time. The Previews really kept me interested, such an interesting and thought provoking storyline and when I saw the first episode, it definitely did not disappoint. Captivating just like the preview. Great choice of characters and actors. The story line, although taken from existing stores, is still very unique on its own. The mysteries keep you wanting more. the suspense is unbearable. The way the story is told, you really cannot tell what is going to happen next, waiting a whole week is just too much!

really can't wait to see where this show is headed!

Resurrection is based on The Returned, the popular debut NOVEL by Jason Mott that had a global scope, with the dead returning everywhere and causing a great deal of existential angst. Please don't compare the two, as this is NOT an adaptation of the French 'Les Revenants' also called 'the returned' but a different story entirely. The French 'the returned' show is based off of a movie 'They Came Back', a 2004 French movie, released in France as Les Revenants and in the U.K. as The Returned, which tells the story of a small town forced to deal with a sudden influx of previously deceased residents. Many people who have seen 'Resurrection' TV show based on Mott's book are reminded of The Returned—not his novel, mind you, but the Sundance series that originally aired in France and is based on They Came Back, the movie. All of that being said, this show is pretty weak in my opinion. Everything seems to fall flat, and the acting is not that great, save for Frances Fischer.

I am in stunned in wonder I loved watching this it is a riveting concept. For my deepest thoughts in contemplation as too, what will happen next. I must admit though I did cry, I don't know how anyone wouldn't. The question is what if you one day you seen someone you loved maybe a sweetheart a husband, wife who died, a mother, father, sister, brother friend return. I am sure others will read philisophically deeper into these thoughts. For whether it is religious or emotional I do know I am hooked in all certainties to watching this. I wish, I hope someday we could all see the reality of being resurrected in real life not just afterlife.

In Arcadia, Missouri, Henry (Kurtwood Smith) and Lucille Langston (Frances Fisher) are shocked when their boy Jacob returns to them 32 years ago after his death. Immigration agent Bellamy (Omar Epps) brings him back to town from China. Sheriff Fred Langston (Matt Craven) and his daughter Dr. Maggie Langston (Devin Kelley) try to solve the mystery. Jacob's childhood friend Pastor Tom is trying to come to terms. Then more and more people return.

This starts with an interesting premise. Instead of digging into how they are returning, the show spreads out into everything except that. There's a widespread conspiracy of silence that keeps the general public in the dark. The great concept and tension slowly drains away over the two seasons. The relationships are fine. The acting is good. I just kept waiting for the show to move forward in the central issue.

Interesting premise at the beginning. A young boy wakes up in rural China 32 years after he died in the US. Everyone wants to know why. But I want to know how. I'm half way through season 2 and not a single theory has surfaced yet. Was it aliens? Secret government experiments? A result of evolution, global warming, or chlorine in the water? Or could it be a twisted version of the fulfillment of biblical prophecy when the dead are raised ushering in the apocalypse? Why are none of the characters in this series curious enough to get the bottom of what could become an unmanageable crisis or the greatest discovery in human history?

Seriously! I was disappointed when I found out this show was being cancelled. It was an amazing show. It seems like when show like this are being shown on national TV it gets dumped right away. Shows like this makes us think of after life. Christians are being put down because they have FAITH. This is merely what this show is about having FAITH. It's too bad it got cancelled. In my house we were all glued once it came on. We were all great fans. Even my old aged mom was up till this show is over. Missed this show. Wished they put it back on again.

I was constantly on the edge of my seat and eager for the next episode... only flaw to me was the unanswered questions at the end.

Still highly recommend.

The name of the town is Arcadia MO not Aurora it was a good first beginning and I am wanting to watch the next one I love good scifi...I recommend that people should give it a try all new shows start a little slow but after a while they get better although I don't see how... The beginning is a little out there with where he started but the end is amazing. I cant wait for the next one.

I really liked the hometown feel and the characters were really believable and blended well together I love the man that used to be on the 70s show I always forget his name but he is always my favorite.

I love that they used characters from older shows that I recognize and that work well together.

After the X-Files TV show left the airwaves in the early 2000s, there was definitely a void left in us who craved stories of the supernatural and government conspiracy. Resurrected has, in a way, filled the void left by Agents Mulder and Scully. As a matter of fact, Resurrected seems to be one long drawn-out episode of my beloved X-Files.

If casting is the key to making a great TV series, then Resurrected definitely hit the ball out of the park. The actors' interpretation of the characters makes me care enough to watch each week to find out what happens to them. Omar Epps and Jim Parrack are definitely standouts for me.

If you liked the mysterious and eerie vibe of the X-files TV series, I believe you will like this Resurrected series as well. An emotional and thrilling journey through the town of Arcadia, Resurrected is quite different than all the other shows on the small screen today.