Okay, for starters I’m a big Nathan Fillion fan. Not like man-crush big, but come on, Fillion has to be the most likable guy on TV. Plus, he’s played some great roles on fantastic shows like Firefly (another show I loved), Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog and Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Yes, Josh Whedon has kept him busy) to name a few. So this alone is enough to tune in and catch an episode. So, tune in I did.
Now, I’m hooked.
Beyond the Fillion-factor, I love Castle because it’s a smart and funny crime drama with just the right amount of camp and sexual tension. Plus, the writing is great and the characters likable.
And kudos to ABC for actually releasing a Richard Castle novel – Heat Wave, the first Nikki Heat book. This book is the central premise behind the show. His research for the book is why he follows around and eventually partners up with Detective Kate Beckett in the first place. The book is a nice piece of cross-marketing. And, based on reviews, it’s not a bad crime read either.
I tracked down the pilot and dug it, mostly for Fillion, but haven’t managed to watch the rest of the first season. I’m planning on getting around to it one of these days. By the way, he’s awesome on Buffy as Caleb, the creepy evil preacher… one of my all-time favorite villains.
The episodes get better as the show and characters hit their stride.
I agree about Fillion. He’s fantastic. Have you seen the Heroes project stuff he’s doing with artist Martin Firrell?
I haven’t seen the Heroes stuff but will check it out.