What made the game such a great experience was the relationship between Joel and Ellie. After having watched the first episode I thought the relationship between Joel and Sarah was gripping. And It's that exact chemistry I didn't experience with his relationship with Ellie. Ellie has a more tough character, just like in the game, but lacked to display the more emotional side of her character.

To me that's the main issue this show couldn't lift It to a higher rating, because other than that I though the storytelling and time jumps were quite original. Not just a repeating moment of flashbacks like most series do, but a more intertwined, logical order of telling the stories.

Also, the production of the show, especially the post-apocalyptic world they've created Is off the charts. They also don't rush the storytelling and thought the pace was interesting and almost calming. Which is interesting, considering the theme. It's really more about the people than to scare you.

It's really a solid show that honors the game, just too bad the relationship between Joel and Ellie stays somewhat flat. I think that's the missing ingredient to make It epic. Even the relationship between Bill and Frank, within just one episode, was more immersive.

Looking forward to next season though ;-) It's surely entertaining.