Torchwood is kind of like the the British version of X-Files, if it was created and aired by HBO. Basically that means that there is a lot of stuff that has been touched on like same-sex relationships and romance to affairs, but at the same time never leaving the scope of the plot, so you are not bogged down by these scenes. Every episode is basically contained with in themselves so the story lines does not really follow each episode. There are the exceptions like with the two part episodes, or when they have to bring back something to help bring a story around.
Overall I will give this 10 out of 10 and can not wait for season 2 to come out on Blu-ray (Come-on BBC release Season 2 on Blu already).
I also would recommend that you watch this 10 episodes of Doctor Who, as it gives some more insight of Capt. Jack:
# The Empty Child (21 May 2005)
# The Doctor Dances (28 May 2005)
# Boom Town (4 June 2005)
# Bad Wolf (11 June 2005)
# The Parting of the Ways (18 June 2005)
# Utopia (16 June 2007)
# The Sound of Drums (23 June 2007)
# Last of the Time Lords (30 June 2007)
# The Stolen Earth (28 June 2008)
# Journey's End
And these episodes of Doctor Who to learn more about Torchwood:
# Tooth and Claw
# Army of Ghosts
# Doomsday
Great fun, adventure and philosophy - Bronwyn P. Noble - Madison, Wisconsin
First of all, I have to say that one of the reasons I love this series is Captain Jack. And I don't care whether John Barrowman is gay -- he's a hell of a hunk. And love is more important to Jack than sex (although, in the second episode, we find out that he'll bonk anything that moves). For anyone who doesn't know it, this series is a spin-off the the newest Dr. Who series.
But, there are other things, too. The fact the series (1) isn't set in space; (2) not set in a big city (Cardiff is about the same size as the city I live in) and (3) Barrowman and his co-stars make the stories feel real.
The characters live and die. They have real lives that we learn about, which makes us understand them more fully. There is laughter, loss, powerful stories and stories that can keep you on the edge of your seat (even if it is an uncomfortable way to watch anyone).
I am furious that the series has been cancelled because I wanted it to go on for a long time, even though Jack find a gray hair. If you have not seen the series, hit that purchase button fast. Torchwood - The Complete Second Season
Torchwood rocks! - B. Stearn - Los Angeles, CA
It's a great series and I'm glad that I can buy it in Blu-Ray. I highly recommend it to any Dr. Who fan!
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