Loved this, the thing that I enjoy about some programs is when they do their homework, they try and recreate the actual way the professionals would do it. That is evident in this program.

Going into it knowing that TV (or movies for that matter) will never completely nail military realism, I really liked this show. Right from episode one, I was hooked. Unlike nearly anything in the genre, you can tell that the main actors were actually trained in weapons handling. Their drills - if a bit too stiff, robotic, and lacking in fluidity - were, for the most part, legit, practiced and understood. Moreover, I love that the good guys weren't always "good guys". Anyone who says that any mission can be accomplished by only good deeds is being willfully ignorant - full stop. What knocked my rating down was: 1.) The acting, characters, and overall effort on the "homefront" portion was consistently flat. What made it even worse was that it seemed as though the actors and actresses knew it and couldn't be bothered to put in the effort.2.) It absolutely oozes patriotism. It's an American show about American soldiers, I understand that. Some amount of patriotism should be expected and rightfully so! However there is no need to lay it on as thick as they did.3.) This show repeatedly pushes the religious beliefs of its creators - sometimes in hilariously ridiculous ways (see a previous review about the spear of destiny) and sometimes in offensive ways (the vilification of Kim Brown in "SERE" for being atheist, followed by her seeing the light at the end).4.) Pretty much everything about season 4. Why would you decide to adopt a season-long story arc four seasons in? If it ain't broke, don't fix it! It was like a low action, low story, low nudity version or Strike Back (which, by the way is a superior show in every way).

This one is in a class by itself.. As an M.I. C.I.A. (Counter Intel), I can say that this show is spot on. Incredibly reverent and correct, with respect and true to the mission and men that comprise this segment of our national service. These men are heroes and beloved by the rest of the service. Their service is immeasurable and incredible. Having said that, the domestic portrayal is sensational - in fact, I would have left our Regina Taylor and the other horrifying bad women completely out of the picture save for an extremely brief cameo with NO speaking parts, but the servicemen MAY have experienced something similar in the climate of what our men endure. This show is incredible and so close that it's almost surreal. My brothers did this for you, people. The level these men have to reach to perform this type of operation is insane and nigh unattainable. Respect, admiration, respect and pure USA love is all I have for these men and their families. I am USA ARMY, M.I. and I am grateful for this show.

I think this is a great show. I don't know much about military procedures, so I can not comment on that. However, I can say that from my perspective, realistic or not, this show consistently captured my attention and keeps me involved throughout each show. I am not looking for shows that truly emulate real life, I am looking to escape into a story that can take me so far into it that I forget about the things going on in my life, and all the things I have to do...It is my much needed break from reality. If it is simulating real life, or totally embellishing it makes no difference to me, as long as they keep putting out good quality TV...On that point, does anyone know if this show is going to continue? Thanks.