Judging by the pilot episode, the new T.V series shows some promise. This show is a classic Whedon show, with characters showing some depth, humor and potential for character development. It manages to hook you up with the first episode. However, it is not everyone's drug.

Considering Whedon's previous masterpieces, namely Dollhouse & Firefly, got prematurely canceled, it makes you think that not many (or not enough) people likes his style. After the big success of the movie "Avengers", attention on the show has been high and that resulted in many people checking the TV series. That and high expectations are one of the main reasons for the bad reviews.

I personally had a taste of Whedon while watching the show, just like the taste I had while I was watching Buffy, Angel, Dollhouse & Firefly. I'm happy that he again did not disappoint.

It is about what you are looking for in a TV series. If you are looking for interesting characters / dialogs with some depth into them, check this one and the rest of Whedon's work if you haven't already.

Edit after watching the 13th episode:

For the average viewer, show starts to get interesting starting from Episode 7. Although I love this show, this is not the best work of Joss Whedon I must agree. Still, I advise you all to give this show a chance and watch it at least until Episode 8.