Eureka Online

As a science-fiction fan, long time lover of B-grade fun and a playwright who loves the idea of a small town with big secrets -- this is right up my alley. The characters either make or break a show like this, and in this case, the actors and their characters bring the entire story up. For example, the kid math-savant, a tough female DOD agent, Henry the quasi-mechanic, the tough deputy Lupo and an all-American US Marshall, who is the normal guy and now the Sheriff of Eureka. There are others of course and I am hoping the show hangs on long enough to develop a following. The setting is perfect. The writer's foreshadowing worked like a charm. Many things I assume will be happening. As I was watching, I kept saying, where's the villain?? And at the end of the first episode, a sweet villain was revealed, and in such a way -- you had to go --- Whoa -- very nice. The actor playing Jack Carter was perfectly chosen to act as us in this strange little story. Briefly, a small town hosts the world's most shining minds as they experiment and tinker with science and it's up to the normal people to keep the brains on the right path. I am so looking forward to the next installment. My hats off to the creative team -- this is just what I needed. Let's all hope we don't lose this show in the most important early stages. Ratings are King and just because it's good doesn't mean it will last. So fan boys gravitate to this show on Tuesdays on the best channel on the planet -- sci-fi!!

Addition: Just saw the sixth episode. This is a show that keeps topping itself, introducing new and deeper sub-plots and literally has a dream cast. You will fall in love with Eureka.

Here we are at the third season and it has only gotten better and better. This season everything's been kicked up a notch, I cannot believe the storyline of Nathan. I stand in awe of the writers, and as always one of the best TV casts in history.

Fourth Season opener: While most shows hit a slump in their 4th outing, Eureka raises the bar. The time-traveling theme reveals just how inspiring the creators, actors, crew and writers can be. I am so impressed. You will be too.

A delightful blend of humor and sci-fi, this is the kind of original programming SciFi channel is known for. Like the Stargate series and the late, lamented FarScape, the cast features a sardonic yet pragmatic hero with a little too much baggage, along with a cast of quirky geniuses, and a nefarious plot to steal top-secret military plans (are there any other kind?). The outstanding cast, featuring the wonderful Joe Morton and the under-appreciated Maury Chaikin, manages to bring energy and panache to what could have easily become formulaic. It's good to see Debra Farantino return to sci-fi as well (raise your hand if you miss "Earth 2"). The premise offers endless variations on a theme, and the only foreseeable problems are a stereotypically heavy-handed military antagonist and a preponderance of absent-minded professor types. If the show can steer clear of overexposing these characters, or give them a twist or two, then Eureka is an excellent addition to SciFi's increasingly vivid and original programming.

Eureka is never going to be remembered as a "classic" or "groundbreaking" SF show. It could, however, be remembered as one of the more charming and offbeat SF shows to come along in a while. It is a bit slippery to classify, but my best description of "Eureka" is kind of "Northern Exposure" for SF fans.

"Eureka" has thus far been family-friendly light adventure with its humor coming from the quirky nature of the brilliant scientist locals and the "fish out of water" experiences of new sheriff Jack Carter and his teenage daughter, Zoe.

Those tuning in to see traditional SF--where speculative fiction and profound "what if" moments rule the course of the show--will be disappointed. There won't be many serious examinations of the impact of new technologies here. The tech is secondary, actually tertiary. The odd characters are the focus of the show. Second to that is the weekly mystery. "How can the tech-ignorant sheriff learn to work with the ample supply of local geniuses to save the day?" Finally, comes the tech. And when tech is dealt with, it reminds me of vintage Geordi la Forge technobabble. I swear that someone was going to "reverse the flow of the graviton emitters." So, "Eureka" is not great SF. Nor is it great drama. Nor is it side-splitting comedy. It is instead an amiable and lightweight mix of the three. Eureka is not at all unlike "Northern Exposure's" Cicely, Alaska. It is a very pleasant place to visit once a week.

Excellent cast of veritable unknowns. I really like Colin Ferguson in the role of the sheriff and there are enough other interesting characters that they could go many different ways with plots and story lines. I was surprised at how they have added so many twists so far to the show, being that it is about a town of scientists. You would think they could only go so far with this theme, but the writers are doing a great job of keeping it exciting and fresh so far. They have also added a great human element to the show, dealing with the sheriff and his relationship with his daughter, Zoe. And you gotta love his house! If you are a sci-fi fan and you haven't seen it yet, catch up!

LOL. I know. The title of this post is too cliché, but I couldn't resist. In any case, I found the pilot of "Eureka" to be totally refreshing. The makers of the show took issues and aspects of long standing science fiction, added a new twist and location, and a ton of humour, creating in the process a fun new show that both amuses and mystifies.

Personally, I enjoyed seeing science fiction elements that have been proved interesting, stimulating, and well liked in the past. Throughout it all, while not too much language was used that I consider far above my own understanding, it still gave me the impression of "Hmmm... They know what they are talking about. Maybe some of this really is possible." I love that about television shows.

Leaving behind the sci fi subject matter, I was also impressed with the acting within and writing of the show. The pilot showed a serious side, with veins of humour throughout. The acting showed great compatibility and believability of the characters. I found myself liking some characters and getting annoyed at others. I love being drawn into a show like that.

Although some things can be considered predictable, and indeed I guessed a number of things before they happened or were revealed, I was still held in suspense and laughing from beginning to end. I can't wait to see more, and I totally recommend this show to everyone I come across. I think you all will enjoy it just as much as I did.

This is a great little show to originate on such a small network. I've watched it since the debut and there hasn't been a bad episode yet. They all have been good. The writing is very good, and so is the execution. There are a number of veteran actors in this, including Colin Furguson, whose really good as the reluctant sheriff of the town of Eureka. Eureka is very eccentric little town (they don't say what state), apparently designed as a haven for cutting edge, and eccentric, scientists. The characters are well drawn, so you find yourself caring what happens to them. It's a good combination of science fiction, and light humor. Furguson anchors all the actors, and is a source of a lot of the humor.

I'm not a gamer and I am not a reality fan, but I am a big fan of real science fiction. This show actually allows you to think of the possibilities presenting interesting scientific "what ifs". However, it's great entertainment for various ages and IQs. I thought the characters were also introduced and developed quite nicely along with the story, something you don't see very often in many movies of this genre today, and so many of which, I can't get through the first half hour without feeling bored and changing the channel. This show will keep me coming back for more, if following episodes prove as interesting as this one. It does have a lot of promise. I like the way the main character brings the grounded "regular guy" comments and common sensibility to the show. Having worked around rocket scientists, they can send us into space, but you don't want them to drive your car. I agree with another reviewer, it does remind you of "American Gothic", because of the character development, sort of an "American Gothic" meets "Star Trek Next Generation". Hopefully, they will continue with this group of characters and not dilute it with a constant onslaught of new characters like "Farscape" - if you missed a few episodes, it was as though the entire cast changed. I have high hopes and will be easy to find on Tuesday night.

Having seen the first three episodes, I can say that the Sci-Fi Channel has a great series on its hand. The shows are entertaining funny (in a tongue-in-cheek kind of way) and original. Colin Ferguson is great as the new Sheriff and other cast members seen elsewhere fit in nicely. The story lines have been original and NO-been there-seen that episodes come to mind. I'm not sure why IMDb has not posted the names of the stars as the series is no longer in production and is currently airing and even the Colin Ferguson page on IMDb does not list this show in his credits.(?)

So if you like your sci-fi with a little humor and some genuine caring about the characters, its hard to find a more worthy show than EUReKA!

I watched the pilot twice to make sure I hadn't missed anything. The characters are exactly that; characters. Each week the actor(s) using the script brings more out in the character making the episode something to look forward to. The science fiction is well written and looks like it can be extended into reality someday. In my opinion that is what makes good sci fi. So much of what was written in the past has come true or is coming true in our lifetime. The special effects are well thought out and presented. The plots combine sci fi with humanity and the continuity from week to week is present but does not make the viewer feel that they are watching a soap opera and have to watch the next episode in order to find out what is going to happen. Still, I look forward to each episode to find out how the over all story is going to evolve. This appears to be a program with staying powers.

I think this is a series that will grow on you as you watch it. The characters build up and the show is entertaining to me. This show rolls up the science fiction that I watched growing up only on a more sophisticated level. I like the series so fare. I hope that it will last more than one season. However, because I like it means it probably wont last. you will have to watch it for yourself. It has been better than watching re-runs on the traditional channels which aren't worth watching. The characters are very interesting and I wonder who is on the 'bad' side for the series. This also has some elements of dark comedy.

The idea is interesting and gives the writers a world of opportunities, although they could have found a better explanation for Eureka and some parts were a little too odd and stereotyped (i.e. the guy getting off at a DNA).

The actor playing Jack Carter was very well picked and the character himself is the usual cynical and witty type that you see in sci-fi series.

Basically the pilot was very good and introduced the world (in this case Eureka) very well.

In any case i'll be waiting for the rest of the series with enthusiasm.

PS: congratulations to the Eureka crew, you've done a great job.

Why did you stop at the 5th series?? Could have seen more episodes and seasons.

I'm not big on leaving comments on IMDb, but I registered so I could leave this one. Eureka is a show no true geek or lovers of geek (or technology in general) should miss. That is my own personal view of course, but the show's humor, plot and interpersonal relationships are all tied in very well. I love watching the show for the suspenseful moments, and the ones that break out of the norm for a moment to show us something truly different. Time and space have been covered on Star Trek and other Sci Fi programs, but I'm a big fan of this show because it's all in current-day terms. The town of Eureka looks like a cozy mountain town (something I can relate to where I grew up) and has that "just want to go home" feeling to it.

Jack Carter (Played by Colin Ferguson) has an awesome house - guys like me get into things like that and can't wait until our dream home is built like this. His daughter Zoe (played by Jordan Hinson) reminds me of my sister - spunky and brash, but has a sweet and girlie side. Jack's friend, Henry Deacon (played by Joe Morton) is tough, dependable and a grounding icon to Jack. When Jack (who isn't from or has been around Eureka for long) thinks he's going nuts or gets spooked, Henry is there to back him up, even if the obscene is normal to him (and even when he's at the receiving end of a gun barrel). Jack's genuine attitude about his job, and his not-so-sure understanding of what's going on around him makes it fun to see how he's going to react next. Don't get me started on his deputy (played by Erica Cerra) Jo, who is a smart, sexy sidekick who is more than capable of putting Jack in his place when needed. Her sarcasm is rooted deep, but if you like that kind of personality, you'll love her presence.

I can't give this show as good a write up as it deserves - it has so many layers. I find myself going back to episodes I have on my DVR just to watch them again - the fascination of which I haven't had since the first Matrix movie hit the theatres. Record this one, and turn off the lights. What a blast.

Quite original, thoughtful, and well written series with a uniformly excellent cast. Each episode is a delight and the characters grow and develop as the series progresses. It is one of the more witty shows on television yet it also tackles some important issues as well. Cable television has become a haven for creative and talented people blocked from network expression due to the reality series craze. This is a perfect example of a creative work that has found a home on cable. Well-produced science fiction that doesn't take itself too seriously and still leaves the viewer with much to think about. It is interesting to see how important relationships are in this series and those are often much more important than plot and the sci-fi angle.

Twelve episodes of (almost) unalloyed joy. The pilot film (episodes 1 and 2) set such a high standard that little could live up to it but most episodes did. Jack Carter is the perfect everyman; that is, if everyman were a US Marshall. The back-story of the new sheriff is skillfully sketched while his daughter is superbly cast and acted. Each eccentric character melds with the brilliant insanity of the town called Eureka with its security envied by Area 51. The premise is both patently absurd and close enough to a paranoid conspiracy freak's suspicions (What is in 5?) of reality that it can charmingly conjure up almost any plot imaginable. Seeing scenes of Ladysmith (and Hope?) BC filling in for Eureka adds an extra bit of enjoyment for a westerner. Ferguson's knowing "hmm" is always amusing. How so many emotions in the face of absurdity can be contained in a single inarticulate sound is quite wonderful. When all is taken into account, Eureka stands or falls on the quality of the writing and the writing has been generally excellent. Then there is the theme: original, memorable and lightly haunting. I sincerely hope that another season follows. "Eureka" always makes me smile.

An overall well rounded funny, gripping programme. I adore every episode and really looked forward to it being on. It had some amazing one liners that made me and my boy friend laugh so much. The best episode bar far had to be S.A.R.A.H, when the poor sheriff's house turned bad! I swear i will be forever using the word INVISIBLING from now on, its a classic little piece of English language, which lets face it, can only be used to its full comedic value in a room full of genius science people who are more than willing to point out any mistake. Im not usually one for this type of programme, but good god A Town Called Eureka is amazing! It takes an awful lot to keep me interested in television programmes, and this programme had it all for me. All i want to know is if a second series planned and when will it hit our screens here in sunny old england!

In spite of the entirely unbelievable premise, antique B-movie formula plots, tired characterizations and a droolingly idiotic presentation of science, "Eureka" undeniably has charm. The charm is almost entirely reliant on an excellent cast, which against all odds has managed to invest this (literal and figurative) farce with warmth and plausible emotional engagement. However, in the latest season (2009)even those lightweight justifications for existence have disappeared.

The premise: America's best scientific minds are sequestered in a charming but entirely secret little town in (apparently) California's mountains. Despite the fact that Eureka has existed since the 1950s, no one outside the town has notice the steady stream of miraculous explosions, implosions, disappearances, multiple-duplications of heavenly bodies, contamination of the atmosphere, interferences with the order of the solar system and the inner workings of planet Earth, etc. Ever. The resident scientists are unbelievably brilliant, able to effect all the above happenings, sometimes while still in grade-school, but are also somehow completely incompetent at controlling them. They must be repeatedly rescued and set straight by the slightly dim, handsome-but-ordinary good-guy sheriff. Heroically, using a pencil eraser and a bottle of milk of magnesia.

It's not Science Fiction. It's not Sci-Fi (or SyFy, whatever that is). It's Skiffy, and it's not even good Skiffy. It's too silly.

RIP Eureka. It was a novelty and pleasant dinner time entertainment. A few of the characters were drifting into caricature, but the cast, by and large, carried well. Alas, the artless programming execs at NBC/Comcast have killed another hit and flipped TV Land the finger - again! Expect a succession of flops to replace the hit show Eureka. Advertisers get suckered into buying time on "new" shows at inflated prices. When the show flops, the programming droids commission another flop and so the cycle goes. Hit shows seem anathema to programming execs - especially at NBC. Perhaps canceling hits and finding new shows makes them feel needed. They are not.

TV Shows with the ratings and fan base of EUREKA are few are far between, particularly on a cable network. Both From the business side, Eureka pulls in high ad revenue, and more importantly NEW viewers to the network.

Why then, did production on the 2007 season wait until this spring? And why only 13 episodes.

I checked on IMDb and all the actors were available to work on Eureka earlier - none are tied up with other televisions shows except for single guest appearances. Erica Cerra (Jo Lupo) was on Battlestar Galactica for several episodes, but BG is filmed in British Columbia, Canada - as is Eureka. She could have worked on both for the 4 episodes or so of BG she was on.

I know it takes some time to develop and write new scripts, but most network shows only go on hiatus for 2 months before resuming filming for the next season. They use this time to work on new scripts for the first shows of the new seasons and to assign the rest to the staff writers.

I can't think of any reason for only ordering 13 episodes, except perhaps that the network wasn't confident that the ratings would continue, or that they didn't want to pay for more episodes. Seems short-sighted given the ratings - the ad revenue should pay them back 5-fold.

And the only reason for waiting until now to film, would be a desire to continue to counter program the major networks by showing the new shows in the summer when the major network shows are all in reruns. But they run the real risk of losing viewers tired of waiting for new episodes. I think that the same delay in episodes will cost LOST, and it will be cancelled several years earlier than it would have. LOST saw a decline of 40% of its viewers and they've continued to lose viewers.

It would be nice for the Network to address these questions, but they won't.

There is no logical reason that they couldn't have brought back the show in Jan./Feb with a full season order of 24-26 episodes.

They are missing an opportunity here.

EUREKA is the best new show that I have seen in over 10 years. Many viewers feel that same. Opportunities like this don't come along often, especially for niche channels such as the Sci Fi channel.

I hope that the next order is for a full season of 26 episodes.

What a great premise for a show. A secret city full of the best minds in the world brought together to work for the advancement of science. Add eccentric scientists, experiments gone wrong, an outsider for a Sheriff, and for a touch of romance, introduce a love triangle that includes the three main players. Sounds like some adventure could come from such a premise, doesn't it? I especially like the characters. Each possesses a set purpose or talent and each has his or her own eccentricities that are just fun to watch. The actors do an amazing job playing off of each other. You'll find comedy throughout so much of the show that often has its dark moments. And you can't talk about Eureka and not talk about the special effects. They are very well done and certainly enhance the viewers perception of this other world, a world where technology is both good and evil. I certainly enjoy watching it play out each week!

This show is awesome with original episodes that always have lots of twists.. It kind of reminds me of the "twilight zone" but Eureka is better I think because they have more of a storyline that develops & characters that you fall in love with & relationships that are constantly changing. It has awesome sci-fi story's in every episode. Awesome show to watch! Binged watched the whole season on Amazon, I cant get over how awesome this show was!!

This will forever be a favorite of mine. I could watch this show over and over.

It's rare that a series stays as true to itself as Eureka did. With a perfect wraparound beginning and end and stories that entertained even when taking a turn at many a tried and true idea, this show was a perfect combination of hardcore scifi and goofy, sit-com humor.

Okay, maybe there were times the schtick was a little thick, and maybe a few of the later episodes were a little too afternoon soap opera, but there was always the offbeat scifi disaster in the offing to take us away from the mundane pretty quickly. Plus, even though there was plenty of beauty and manliness on the show, there were no sex scenes. (Hey, we know that people have sex, right? Do we need to see it fake-performed? Uh, no.) So, comfortable to watch with young children and parents.

The actors were fantastic, holding it together even when the lines were pure science fiction balderdash, almost a parody of themselves, but if you like sci-fi, you're able to accept some unbelievable concepts, especially in a town full of geniuses. Most all of the actors remain busy in their careers post-Eureka, as well they should. I don't watch much TV nowadays, so even if I miss them in their current works, I'll be seeing them again in Eureka as I watch the series again with my son.

I've watched this show on several occasions to attempt to give it a chance, but each time, the episode has been based on repeatedly recycled material, but they add a little romance and some teen angst to give it a little flavour.

It seems that once a week, the town is nearly destroyed. The simpleton, Jack Carter, is the one who manages to put it together because everyone else, despite their brilliance, is seemingly unable to solve problems outside their field of science, except a couple of the science characters who happen to be experts in everything and are able to spoon-feed the audience some tech-babble and advance the plot.

The show epitomizes cheap Canadian TV. It's a US production, to be sure, but filmed here and it involves cheap props, cheap special effects, and cheap writing.

It's only given such praise, in my opinion, is because it's one of the few science fiction shows on TV at the moment. The appropriate quote would be that in the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.

This is a killer for anyone interested in a blend of Scifi technology and modern interests. Gr8.1 indeed. Bravo Scifi Channel a new hit among my generation was well needed. Im new to this site so please forgive me for writing this sentence because i don't have 10 whole lines worth of comment on this new show yet that is of course because it just came out and i still am writing about nothing am i? Sorry. I guess you can stop reading now because it just re-arranged my sentences and told me that i still have more lines to write. please don't put me on the blacklist thing I'm new to this and guess i should have noticed by now that by the end of this sentence it will be ten lines. Im SO excited!