Lost is back tonight for its first new episode in four weeks (hooray), but also of interest on the same network tonight is the premiere of new spy drama Eyes.
It's the only midseason show that is as strong as ABC's exceptional hour long offerings from the fall. And by scheduling the show Wednesdays at 10 (following Lost and Alias), the network has created TV's only solid three hour programming block.
The smart and witty show features a likeable ensemble cast led by Tim Daly, who proves he can really carry a show here. But each of the actors (including A.J. Langer, Laura Leighton, Eric Mabius and Rick Worthy) is actually given an intriguing character to play. What a concept.
The creator, John McNamara, is responsible for the short lived cult classic Profit and the flashy buddy cop show Fastlane. Hopefully, over time, Eyes will display more of the former's creative spark than the latter's uneven execution. For now it's off to a good start.
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