If the first episode is found even slightly interesting? I strongly recommend a complete watch through all five episodes. The pace and entertainment is a bit up and down though the majority of the full arc, but a really good final episode completes this mini-series. It's pretty unusual (unfortunately) when the final episode is the best part of any TV show, so this series gets some added merit from this viewer. There is a chance that this story could be continued, as the ending is left open in many ways, but even if that isn't the case, Treason is complete in this single run.
I'd say the first episode foreshadows a big plot twist, just by the nature of the genre - which would be a spin off of a government agency thriller. Anyone who as seen enough of this type of story expects treachery, intrigue and unexpected outcomes. Which is a little ironic if you think about it... But! Treason keeps it pretty fresh with some (truly) unexpected outcomes, that unfold in interesting ways.
And what is Treason? Basically we, the viewers begin with a high ranking MI-6 member who is thrust into intrigue when his superior, the MI-6 highest ranking official, is the victim of a targeted attack. Hijinks ensues, and we learn all about Adam Lawrence, his history in MI-6, his family, friends, and life in general. There are aspects of this show that are painfully easy to spoil, so I recommend Not doing a lot of research - just watch the first episode, and go from there.
I think Treason could been truly great had the five part script been scrutinized and refined. Honestly, too much of the content is just normal life stuff - which I think is very intentional to ground the show, characters and family that are presented. But to be honest, the two kids are boring characters that add nothing to the shows entertainment (I think they were intended to feel like main characters, but end up drifting into plot device/periphery territory). The three main characters are well fleshed out, but... why not make them even more epic? With greater accomplishments (or shame) in their history? The three main characters are interesting, but I think the writers missed an opportunity to make all three unforgettable type characters, and instead? They are merely good, likable characters. There are a small handful of additional characters that all serve their purpose, but they too are pretty thin in terms of development. My biggest critique of Treason would be all character development, that really could put this show over the top, but instead feels... just serviceable.
So really good TV show, but not great - and! If these actors want to continue these roles? And producers/production in place? They could still really up their backstory in a new series, and have a lot of fun with these established characters. I'd like to see that.
I'd say the first episode foreshadows a big plot twist, just by the nature of the genre - which would be a spin off of a government agency thriller. Anyone who as seen enough of this type of story expects treachery, intrigue and unexpected outcomes. Which is a little ironic if you think about it... But! Treason keeps it pretty fresh with some (truly) unexpected outcomes, that unfold in interesting ways.
And what is Treason? Basically we, the viewers begin with a high ranking MI-6 member who is thrust into intrigue when his superior, the MI-6 highest ranking official, is the victim of a targeted attack. Hijinks ensues, and we learn all about Adam Lawrence, his history in MI-6, his family, friends, and life in general. There are aspects of this show that are painfully easy to spoil, so I recommend Not doing a lot of research - just watch the first episode, and go from there.
I think Treason could been truly great had the five part script been scrutinized and refined. Honestly, too much of the content is just normal life stuff - which I think is very intentional to ground the show, characters and family that are presented. But to be honest, the two kids are boring characters that add nothing to the shows entertainment (I think they were intended to feel like main characters, but end up drifting into plot device/periphery territory). The three main characters are well fleshed out, but... why not make them even more epic? With greater accomplishments (or shame) in their history? The three main characters are interesting, but I think the writers missed an opportunity to make all three unforgettable type characters, and instead? They are merely good, likable characters. There are a small handful of additional characters that all serve their purpose, but they too are pretty thin in terms of development. My biggest critique of Treason would be all character development, that really could put this show over the top, but instead feels... just serviceable.
So really good TV show, but not great - and! If these actors want to continue these roles? And producers/production in place? They could still really up their backstory in a new series, and have a lot of fun with these established characters. I'd like to see that.