Warehouse 13 - new show on Siffy
Did anyone else watch this? ('Zadi? This might be right up your alley.) I only watched it because I saw the previews, and the female lead was hot.
At first I thought it was going to be a crappy X-Files ripoff, but it's more like a ripoff of Sanctuary instead. Instead of chasing after monsters, they chase after magical artifacts. Also, it takes place in modern-day South Dakota, yet the headquarters -- the "warehouse" -- has a strong steampunk element to it. Weird, I know, but it sort of makes sense if you watch the pilot. The cast is good -- CCH Pounder is in it, as well as a hot chick and a guy who reminds me of a fat Robert Downey, Jr. Upcoming guest stars include Tricia Helfer (big surprise) and some woman who resembles Glenn Close.
The pilot got off to a slow start and meandered too much IMO, but I think I might give this show a few more episodes. It could potentially be one of only a couple good new shows this year. This fall's freshman class looks pretty bleak, with the exception of The Vampire Diaries on CW and Community on NBC.
I really need a new fucking signature.