I see some very silly reviews here. Giving 1 star ratings for a show that has a great cast, excellent writing and a grit that will peal your flesh in dread and wonder. I've also noticed while reading through the reviews that the low rated ones are posted multiple time...? What gives IMDB? Basically the negative reviews are coming from prudes who cannot handle the violent nature of the main character, Dr. Hannibal Lecter. If it's not your kind of show, which should be obvious from the previews, why did you even bother to watch? And anyone who says CSI was a terrible show really has no taste. What would you expect them to rate this one? My guess is they hate every TV show released...something is not right in their head! If you love the horror, suspense or detective type movies and TV shows then this one is definitely worth a watch. Is it pure to the novels? Nope! How many movies and TV series have you seen that are? Extremely few and far between.