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20 years later and I still remember this show.

posted 9 years ago by mightylight
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There were some really stupid execs working at CBS in the 90's. Moonlight was also a good show they botched.

[–] bluedemonclipper 9 years ago

Agree on both counts. I think it aired a decade too soon. Had this ran during the last ten seasons, it could have been a hit.

[–] safenoe 9 years ago

Agreed. Shame on the network for cancelling this fine show. Maybe Netflix can be persuaded to pick this up. If Twin Peaks and X-Files (both excellent shows of course) can be revived and give it the respect it deserves.

[–] bluedemonclipper 9 years ago

That would be nice. When I heard of Twin Peaks being revived I thought of American Gothic. Though it has nothing to do with the original, I found it kind of ironic CBS ordered another series named American Gothic to air this summer.

[–] rosiesgrand 8 years ago

I agree that CBS has, and continues, to make stupid mistakes regarding programming. American Gothic was a very good, intriguing program that got dumped. But there was also Early Edition, Harry's Law, Battle Creek (earlier this year) and others that I can't remember the names of right now.

[–] pepclady87 9 years ago

Me and my mom loved this show. Even now we always talk about "Caleb". When we watch NCIS New Orleans we see Lucas's character we call him Caleb.

[–] dalebrown12546 8 years ago

This was a great show. My favorite character was Sheriff Buck played by Gary Cole. He was fantastic in that role. I agree they made a big mistake cancelling this show. ALSO I am really bummed that a new show is premiering in June of 2016 called American Gothic and it's got absolutely nothing to do with the 1995-96 show. I was excited for about 20 seconds until I found out the scoop. Can they use that name again? Ugh!

[–] kass-jazz 8 years ago

Have you noticed how this show has suddenly shot up in the imdb ratings? Other people must have had the same idea, that the other show called American Gothic is a remake and this has now jogged peoples memories of what a great show the original was!

[–] dalebrown12546 8 years ago

What a disappointment to learn it's not the same show. Oh well. It was exciting while it lasted.

[–] montrossboc-1 8 years ago

I don't believe Gary Cole will ever top his performance as Lucas Buck.

The first eight episodes were golden, but the rest of the series was often subpar.

My favorite episodes were 'Meet the Beetles' and 'Strong Arm of the Law'

Nice to see Lucas Buck's deputy (Nick Searcy) get a good role in 'Justified'

Nice to see Sarah Paulson breaking out also.

Short Cut, Draw Blood

[–] dalebrown12546 8 years ago

I agree with you on everything you posted! :) Gary Cole was the best!

[–] simba122504 8 years ago

I don't.

Clark's destiny = Superman, LL &LL.

[–] jingles173 8 years ago

I loved this show!!! I can't believe it was only 1 season def ahead of its time

[–] mider2009 8 years ago

Agree, it's a great show. Just bought the newest edition on dvd.

They cancelled a lot of great shows back in the day.