Thankfully, I don't live in a country where incredible TV is pulled due to religious pressure, and as a result was able to see all the episodes that were filmed. This was an incredible show, regardless of the religious connotations, and had any of the fundamentalists who pressured the network to cancel it, bothered to watch any episodes they would have been greeted by a warm, funny, touching and ultimately uplifting drama. The casting was brilliant, the performances all spot on, but the best thing about The Book of Daniel was the incredible writing. Dialogue that rivals anything that Aaron Sorkin has to offer, an incredible knowledge of the church and a great sense of humour combined to near perfection for eight episodes. The Book of Daniel will be sorely missed by everyone who was lucky enough to catch it.

it is a shame for the network to cancel this show. i have not laughed or cried from a TV show as much as i did on the few episodes. i would really like for some other such as showtime or HBO to pick this up, i am an anti-religious person most of the time, but the message this show extends is beyond any reservations i might of had. the issues it tackles and with such tact and wit, the writers must be admired. when this show does come out some other way, or through DVD, i highly suggest this to all who can see it. the characters and their interactions is so deep and knowledgeable of the other that you can believe they are a family. i could see so many people moved by this incredible showing.

The Book of Daniel was one of the most poignant TV offerings of our time. It was prematurely canceled due in large part to pressure from the religious right.Telling the story of an Episcopal priest and his family, it touches on a full compliment of social issues as the family struggles with "real" life from a context of faith. If the viewer can keep in mind that while it is unlikely, though not impossible, for one family to face all these issues at the same time, there are are family's, both in and outside the Church, that experience each of these issues...and often in combination with others--then this show can change your life or at least the way your view your life, faith, God and the Church in general. Like real life, it tickles the funny bone, tugs at the heart strings, and causes the brain to say "hhmmmmm?" Throughout the family's struggles and joys Daniel, the priest speaks with Jesus...not just in traditional prayer to the unseen deity, but Jesus actually appears to Daniel... seated in the car next to him as he drives to and from appointments...over his shoulder in the mirror as he prepares for Sunday morning worship...even walking in the park. The character of Jesus and his conversations with Daniel (apparently offensive to some Christian mindsets) are at the heart of the show. It is here that Daniel explores his own questions of faith (also offensive to some). It is here that we see a true and real relationship between Jesus and one of his "flock." It is here that we see the Jesus of the Bible...caring, witty, smart, teacher, savior...at least the way I, a not-always-humble (mainline denomination) pastor read and understand the Bible.Watch this series! Give it chance! Let it work on your life! If it angers you...ask "why?" If it moves you, beg for the creators to continue the story. If you feel nothing...well...really ask "why?" I love this show!!

I am a huge fan of Aidan Quinn but "Book of Daniel" was an enormous mistake. I tuned in to see what all the fuss was about. Inaccurate portrayals of Christians and what they believe is one thing. Turns out, the show is so bad that I believe it would be have been canceled almost immediately anyway. The plot lines are disjointed and the characters are too bizarre. It is impossible to like or care about any one of them. I think the network believed this would be a hit for them, not on its' own merits but, simply because the show was controversial and truly profane. Too bad for the network and too bad for Quinn. Next time, maybe they should take the time to find out what their characters are really all about.