Penny Dreadful

Unknown Person

Penny Dreadful

June 21 2014
Who else is watching this show?

For those that don't, it's sort of like Once Upon a Time but if we were taking a stroll through the 19th century horror literature section instead of fairy tales. It's set in Victorian London and there are all manner of thing's that go bump (and hump ;) ) in the night. This is not to say it's like League of Extraordinary Gentleman though it does feature some character that were used in that move, it's just considerably darker.

It's a bit of a sleeper hit,not that the episodes aren't entertaining. The unfolds slowly, like a creeping spider spinning it's web between the characters.

It stars Eva Green (put some eyeliner on that woman and she goes from zero to spooky in under 3 seconds). Timothy Dalton, and a very grown up Josh Hartnett, yum. If you have Showtime I highly recommend watching it.

Unknown Person

Penny Dreadful

June 21 2014
I've tried to watch it on two occasions and on both of those occasions I've ended up falling asleep.

Now it's not entirely a reflection on the quality of the TV Show and maybe more on my decision to watch it late at night but honestly the show is sloooooowwww. I'm only about 4 episodes in and I do plan to keep watching it because I should love it, the tone of the show is perfect for my tastes (It's dark, it's for adults) and the story seems like it could become really interesting.

....

Also Josh Hartnett's buttocks. :blush:
Sej @Ereiid

Ereiid

Penny Dreadful

June 21 2014
1) Finally! Someone followed through with my League of Extraordinary American Horror Story pitch.

2) Penny Dreadful really is the first project that's taken advantage of Eva Green's casual-goth intensity.

3) I don't mind Reeve Carney's vapid 21st century Keanu Reeves vibe. It's kind of perfect for the role. Also, that twink sure is pretty to look at.

4) Timothy Dalton's last appearance in Dr. Who was not attractive. I think it was all the spitting. Upgrade.
Gareth GXV3

GXV3

Penny Dreadful

June 22 2014
Im still trying to watch the 2nd episode on Sky tv catch up... but I keep falling asleep too. I dont know what to make of it so far.. I normaly watch a series and decide on Ep03.

Its a Dark Downton abbey!
Poor Mr Pamook

Unknown Person

Penny Dreadful

June 24 2014
Quote by Halish

Also Josh Hartnett's buttocks. :blush:


Yes, there's definitely that. But if you watch the end of episode 4 or 5 (I forget which) you're in for a bit of a treat involving Mr. Hartnett.

The progression of the show is a bit slow-paced but there's a reason for this so I'd advise sticking with it, you'll be able to see where certain plot points are going and how they're going to intersect.
Pnutt Buttah

pnuttbuttah

Penny Dreadful

June 24 2014
Quote by Halish
Also Josh Hartnett's buttocks. :blush:

oooo I must Google this! :evil:
Sej @Ereiid

Ereiid

Penny Dreadful

June 24 2014
Hot, hot spoilers:
Edited June 24 2014 by Ereiid