This is possibly the worst show i have ever seen and not just because its got some of the worst directing and scripting in the history of film (it does). Its the fact that this show had ALLOT of wasted potential let me start with the plot its basically goes like this: several years ago criminals disappeared from Alcatraz and are now coming back and three people have to capture them. now this is a good plot but for the reasons previously stated it could been the best plot in the world but it still would've sucked because of a terrible director and a terrible dialogue writer there is nothing more to it than that its just BAD.

This show is one of the best on TV in a long time. Starts out slow but got incredibly interesting and intriguing after a couple episodes. Watched every one and can't wait to see the next season. Give it a chance and watch at least a few episodes before condemning. The story line becomes intense as different characters keep popping up when different prisoners return from the past. They do a great job getting into the back story of each new character without taking away from the ongoing plot. Their are many parts of the story to follow and it keeps you guessing as everything's you think you have a part figured out it switches it up on you. I really love a show that keeps you thinking, to many today are mindless entertainment (if you can call it that) with no intelligent storyline. Definitely worth your time.

What do you get if you mix a mildly interesting concept, a moderate script, banal dialogue, and discount actors?The answer is: Probably just one season.There is a secret underground room - with cells. A government agents - who is not what he seems.A young cop - who has a family connection to events.There is a geek.There is - no reason to keep going on.Probably no worse than watching CSI:mytown - unless you like your stories wrapped up in each episode.

Typical JJ Abrahams, the concept is good but the execution and delivery is just bad.First 4 episodes were enjoyable, then it went downhill and I started to lose interest. The background music was the same as LOST and Hurley played Hurley. I just didn't understand what the series was trying to achieve, if it was gripping TV then their objective was not achieved!Sam Neill who plays Emerson had one facial expression and his acting range was questionable?I have read that the series has not been renewed which I think is the completely the right decision...if there is another season I certainly wont be tuning in!