![]() Because when NBC Timeless wants to give us something to come back to, a cliffhanger or a plot twist, they’ve done so in a way that’s felt incredibly organic as opposed to a plot device that needlessly wants to pull its characters through the ringer solely for the purpose of appearing “unique” or “dark and gritty”. The characters are the very heart of the series allowing their circumstances to pave the road towards an intriguing plot that’s flowing gracefully without a ridiculous attempt to “shock” the audience. But where Timeless is concerned, its stories are told through the characters. They aren’t easy to watch - it feels as though the episode is never-ending and not in a good way. I am the first to admit that I have dropped shows that weren’t driven by the characters because the stories flopped as a result. In the first episode alone, there’s a remarkable monologue from Malcolm Barrett’s character Rufus that will absolutely floor you. The monumental changes in our world will come from the moments in media where we acknowledge the truth, and a series like Timeless is easily a step in the right direction. ![]() Fun fact, The Lone Ranger was black! A fact we came to learn in an episode of NBC Timeless that refused to erase the truth. It reminds us of the just how dark the world was and how easily it’s erased people of color from our history in the media. Our world isn’t always kind and accepting of equality for women. History wasn’t kind or accepting of women. This is it, folks - my absolute favorite thing about this show. Within 16 episodes they’ve already showcased the great lengths they’re willing to go for one another, and they’ve taken the time to get to know each other to the core, validating the fact that in a dark world, this team is forever. I will praise any friendship that’s built on honesty and adoration, but I will also praise any friendship that’s constantly growing, and where the Time Team is concerned, this is just the beginning of the solidifying the inimitable bond between them. And for those who aren’t new here, you already know how much they mean to me, for those who don’t, it’s a lot. We are who we are because of the people we love, the people we’ll ceaselessly fight to protect, and the people we’ll follow to the ends of the earth - The Time Team is the best team. Is there anything more important than friendships? No, no there isn’t. Who doesn’t love research? (No, I’m not being sarcastic.) While history is altered to meet the premise of the series, where legitimate facts are considered, it remains untouched, and to determine which is true or false is always a fun little aspect within the series - at least for me it is. And NBC Timeless gives us history in a way that’s easy to remember, in a way that’s fun, and if I were still studying, I’d be so much more eager to continue learning about the time period we travel to. History may not be everyone’s favorite subject to dive into, but it’s of such monumental importance that the knowledge of it, even in its most simple form is absolutely necessary. So without further ado, here are 10 reasons why Timeless is the show we should all be watching. Also, I can vouch not every TV show I watch, no matter how great is for everyone, but sometimes, just sometimes, if you could find at least three reasons to cling onto something then who knows what it could do for you. But here I am, I’ve done my part to tell everyone I know in person, and I’m now here to convince you, internet. ![]() I didn’t expect to rally everyone I know to watch it because it’s that great and worthy of such praise. I expected to like NBC Timeless sure, but sixteen episodes later I didn’t expect to call it the best thing on network television. If there was ever a series today more appropriately titled to convey its value, it’s NBC Timelessbecause that’s what this show has been from its very first episode, which is a rare treat in and of itself.
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