kitellis-98121
I had long been a fan of Téa Leoni when this show came along, and political dramas/thrillers are among my favourite binge-fodder. So this show basically ticks most of my boxes, and doesn't disappoint in any regard.The supporting cast are also terrific, with plenty of familiar actors adding to the ensemble, including the excellent Keith Carradine as POTUS, likeable and believable as in all of his many distinguished roles; the ever-enigmatic Zeljko Ivanek as the President's Chief of Staff, bringing his usual quirky, acerbic irascibility to the role; Tim Daly as the pleasantly academic and generally saintly husband to Ms Leoni, in a role that suits him far better than anything else I've seen him do, and the ever-unusual Bebe Neuwirth as Ms Leoni's Chief of Staff, who brings her familiar quirky, warmth and humour to the role.The show benefits from a quickly recognisable premise, setting, and character-list, and the writing and directing move it along nicely. The first season has a strong, season-long story arc, which is compelling, exciting, and utterly satisfying, which successfully acts as a hook upon which to hang the character introductions, to quickly ensnare and addict the viewing audience, and to set-up the next and future seasons.It is slick, glossy, well-made, and thoroughly enjoyable to watch. It mostly avoids insulting the intelligence of its audience, although occasionally it feels the need to explain things to the less intelligent or educated among its viewers. There is also sometimes a little too much forced levity to lighten the tone, but not enough to annoy. As the designated comic-relief, Erich Bergen does a fine job of portraying Ms Leoni's twitchy PA, with a subtle mix of sincerity, campness, and sarcasm, and mostly finds the correct balance without losing verisimilitude.Overall, there is a lot to love about Madam Secretary, and very little not to like.
skbarclay2012
I love this show, it has to compare with other shows in its genre which isn't really fair because it's more down to earth. My favorite show of all time is The West Wing and you just can't compare with how well written that one is. But I feel like the writers of Madam Secretary are aware of that and so they keep it down to earth and while you get a good taste of the political action, the relationships and the witty characters really steal the show.
maryreichel
I like the characters and situations, if not the gee whiz goody two shoes tone. It makes me think. But what really knocks off points for me is the way they dress the Secretary. A tiara and fairy princess gown at a political function -- really? A business shirt with dangling layers of cloth at rage wrist that would interfere with work? Come on now! Get real.
b-gvarliani
I want to tell to makers of this project, exactly for 14th serie of 4th season, about refugees from Apkhazia - there is big mistake talk about Apkhazia like an independent country because it's Georgia, which is occupied by Russia since 1992 y. I want all to understand that Apkhazia is Georgia, not only politics- moviemakers also.Apkhazia and South Osetia is Georgia... please remember it! THANK YOU
