An amazing show. It does take an episode or two to get really into it, but by the fourth episode I was having a marathon. The action is well choreographed, the acting from everyone is exceptional, and the effects are well done. Henry Cavill's performance blew me away, and the timeline isn't that difficult to follow... This isn't a show you can put on the background and look occasionally to see what's going on, this is a show that requires and deserves your full attention. I've never played the video games or read the books (although now I'm inclined too) and this show still blew me away. If you aren't a fan of fantasy or adventure, then this show may not be your cup of tea. However, any fantasy fan should give this a shot. I'm highly anticipating season two, and I hope they can keep up these same standards.