Pilot episodes are difficult to perfect, but some fantasy shows successfully juggle strong world-building with gripping hooks, resulting in spotless openers. Pilots have a lot riding on them, ...

Getting into anime can be difficult for some. There are so many genres and a million recommendation lists, so a beginner may feel overwhelmed with all the choices. But a great way to determine whether ...

The opening episode of any TV series has a lot to carry on its shoulders. It has to introduce the world and its characters while also delivering a story strong enough to encourage viewers to come back ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...

The best kind of pilot stands on its own as a masterpiece and works even better in retrospect as an episode that sets the table for an entire series. No pilot that I’ve seen — and I obviously haven’t ...

The Walking Dead had such a huge impact, and it was no accident, starting with an episode that is still considered by many to be one of the best ever on TV. The series pilot is effective for one ...