At a time when about half of crime movie ideas seem to be stretched out to seven or eight episodes, “The Accused” smartly goes the other way and presents a refreshing little thread in an hour. Although there are elements of hit and miss, this Fox’s best work in his anthology series manages to captivate his star with its one-off approach while maintaining suspense from start to finish. I’m here.
Based on the award-winning BBC crime series, each episode begins with a defendant in a criminal trial, followed by a backstory on what they were accused of doing and what really happened, including the identity of the victim. Deliver the story incrementally. Those flashbacks unfold from the accused’s point of view and conclude with the verdict.
In an old fashioned scheduling maneuver after Sunday night’s NFL playoffs, Fox introduced the show. Largest viewership in his three years for a broadcast or cable series debut.
Moving on to the regular Tuesday slot, the second episode, subtitled “Ava’s Story,” was directed by Marlee Matlin and featured a deaf woman (Stephanie Nogueras) who works as a surrogate mother for a wealthy couple. , one of the most powerful previews.
Another standout hour focused on a drag performer (J. Harrison Gee) who becomes involved in a secret relationship directed by Billy Porter (who recently directed his first film, Anything’s Possible). I am guessing.
Adapted under the supervision of producer Howard Gordon (credited on “Homeland” and “24”), each episode of “Accused” plays like a small puzzle, with pieces being added to gradually build up the image. will be focused on.
The twist’s complex and often surprising nature helps separate it from standard criminal procedurals, while offering a self-contained story and satisfaction of resolution within an hour. , Margo Martindale, Malcolm Jamal Warner, Wendell Pierce, Rachel Bilson, Lea Perlman, Betsy Brandt, Keith Carradine, and Jason Ritter.
Of course, for the series to work, viewers will have to come to terms with this format, expecting new forays into crime and punishment each week. , based on the first batch of episodes, “The Accused” makes a pretty solid case.
“Accused” will debut on Fox on January 24th at 9pm on a regular basis.
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