Resist the FOMO. If episode 1 doesn’t pull you in, just stop. Why waste time giving shows a second chance? You might miss out on something good, sure, but does it really matter? You don’t owe the creators anything, it’s your life.

[–] chaos@beehaw.org 7 points 2 weeks ago

The only objection to that is that first episodes are usually pilots where they haven't sorted out everything and have to spend the whole episode setting up the premise of the show, not actually doing the show. Episode 2 is a lot more likely to be representative of everything that comes after it. But other than that, yeah, of course, just walk away, hit da bricks, real winners quit.

[–] Danitos@reddthat.com 5 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

It's not about the creators missing you watching a series, is you missing watching it.

[–] stembolts@programming.dev 1 points 2 weeks ago

Both perspectives are valid.

[–] stardust@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Most shows don't hook me with the pilot. I can only remember a few like Fargo, but many I find need 3 episodes. And usually I'm giving it a go because of good word of mouth after the season than prehype, so more willing to put some time in.

[–] ClassifiedPancake@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 2 weeks ago

For me there is often some small, interesting thing that keeps me watching. Even if it’s not like „Oh my God amazing!“ I feel if the show has potential for me.