Rant: I wrote off 'The Adventures of Brisco County Jr.' as pure nonsense for way too long.

I always thought the cowboy-meets-sci-fi premise was just stupid when I caught reruns as a kid. Giving it another shot as an adult, I finally saw the genius in its goofy, pulpy fun. What forgotten show did you totally misjudge before?

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jamie13015h ago

We do this with so much stuff, not just shows. Our first take is often just a gut reaction, and we miss the layers. What else have you changed your mind on after a second look?

aaronhenderson6d ago

Bruce Campbell's charm in Brisco County is what makes the sci-fi stuff work. Honestly, calling it pure nonsense misses how smart the writing is. Tbh, I wrote it off too until I noticed all the historical jokes mixed in. The show is a love letter to old serials, not just random goofiness. Ngl, it took me a rewatch to see how they balanced comedy and action. Giving it another shot was the best move I made.

skyler8006d ago

Honestly, you're mostly right but the charm isn't the only thing holding it together. Tbh, the sci-fi elements are baked into the theme of change in the West. Ngl, some historical references are way off, but that's intentional for the comedy. It's a mash-up that respects the old serials while doing its own weird thing. Giving it a rewatch really shows how clever the balance is.