Should I Watch Orange Is the New Black?

[Blue Chipper]

I'm not the biggest fan of television shows. I've followed a handful, but not many.

I've heard a lot about this show in particular, and the new season is coming up. We've a strong TV community here and I'd like to get your opinions. If I recall correctly, JGlass had it featured in his signature for a while. If it's truly good, I'd be willing to watch all of the episodes.

What do you guys think? Good show or not?

 

[Slyfox696]

I enjoyed watching it. I didn't think it was "blow you away" great, but I didn't regret the time I spent watching it.

 

[Harthan]

Yeah, it's pretty good. Watch it.

 

[Danger Burger]

Its on my list. But everything's on my list.

Netflix haven't really done much else not worth watching though. What's the worst that could happen!

 

[Dirk]

My flatmate watched it. The theme song drove me into a murderous rage.

 

[Y 2 Jake]

It's a show you can skip until/if it become popular in series 3.

 

[GI Cake]

I enjoyed it a lot and personally can't wait to binge watch when the second season comes onto Netflix.

 

[The_Reptile_]

My friend loves it, but then again it's the sort of show he's been waiting for forever.

 

[Thriller Ant]

I enjoyed watching it. I didn't think it was "blow you away" great, but I didn't regret the time I spent watching it.

This pretty much sums up my feelings as well.

 

[JGlass]

Yes. Yes you should.

 

[Viola Moonlight]

Not the greatest television series in the world but it is definitely something to invest some time into and it isn't particularly long with 13 episodes. Season 2 is coming up soon so by the time you've got through the first season, you won't have to wait too long for the story to continue.

 

[justinsayne]

I tried watching it, & couldn't get through the first season, that's not to say it's a bad show, just not my cup of tea.

 

[TLC]

Yeah, it's very enjoyable. It can be very funny at times.

 

[Blue Chipper]

Reporting back. I decided to watch it and just finished the last episode.

I agree with the comments here; for the most part, it was an enjoyable, entertaining, and funny show.

One complaint (or maybe observation) I have is that the tone of the show fluctuated between real emotional intensity and seriousness to lighthearted humor on a moment's notice. I didn't really mind this too much but at some points I didn't know what the intended purpose was and didn't know how to react. I felt it could have played up more on the drama at times.

But, yeah, like you guys have said, not the best show in the world but a pretty good one. Characters were solid and developed, story was fine, whatever. I was immersed at times and not as excited at other times. (The chicken episode comes to mind - didn't care for that one.)

A lot of people are talking about the ending. What did you guys think of it? Anyway, season 2 should be fun.

 

[Blade]

It makes for a great Plan B show. As in, it fills the void while you're waiting for your favourite show to come back.