NBC’s KINGS, a modern, post apocalyptic, slight sci-fi action-drama, is probably the best thing on Television since Deadwood on Showtime. That was of course until it was pulled off the air, another victim of low ratings and the apathy of the masses. Fear not friends. It is set to come back June 14th.

Here are 6 reasons to take a few idle nights to watch this show:

1. Deadwood’s Ian McShane.

This man has an amazing raspy voice combined with his signature quick witted delivery with words, all of which lure and demand you to listen and comply. McShane plays King Cylas If you liked him in Deadwood as a  crooked yet realistic business man, you’ll love him in Kings.  He has such a guiding and commanding voice that allows him to lead, narrate or sarcastically make a point.

2. The story.

The story line of Kings has impecably perfect timing. In this shaky economy and state of affairs, KINGS offers no escape through super powers, singing stars or pseudo reality gimick.  KINGS plays on the very social and political issues we face today in our country, while providing all the chivalrous tones of  ancient medevil courts mixed with the dramas of modern politics.  The issues are solved by our heroes using cleverness, instinct, tact and every move of every chess piece. Along with those layers is this added layer of divine purpose and connection, something that JJ Abrams could only dream of doing on Lost & Fringe. Other prime time shows give the illusion of connectedness and conspiracy, when the writers of other shows clearly don’t know from one bong hit to the next where the show is going,   KINGS has layers that makes sense. Ogres have layers. Kings has layers. You get the idea.

3. The message.

The world looks for heroes and hope lies in bravery. Phrases like these and many more nuggets of wisdom are stroon throughout the series and are as covetable and quotable as they could be. Every sentence jumps off the screen as if subliminally calling the audience to action. This show really is that powerful. Oh my, for the first time since season one of House, the world can have positive role models again. Children (10 and up) can easily wrap around these characters and admire their traits. I hope there are shows on like this when I have children.

4. The Language

The language spoken in court is a hybrid of ancient words and modern English. It is wonderful to hear and easy to discern and grasp.  David Shepard comes from a rural area and speaks a common tongue, giving us the perfect vehicle of translation in any case.

5. The Characters

We not only see the lives of the current king, the future king, but also the roles of the do-gooder princess, Machiavellian power hungry prince,  the red queen, financial backers, military and religous leader. All are forces to be reckoned with and all are essential to the balance of power. No other show has provided such character depth on the same set.

6. KINGS raises the bar.

This show not only motivates its audience, it requires them to understand the complexities of politics, leadership and morality. As we follow David Shepard’s happenings, we watch them  unwravel in real life. This show is inspiring to those who want more for themselves, their country, their family and want to do so in a humble and respectful way.

7. Episodes 1-6

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In this David meets Goliath adventure, Deadwood’s Ian McShane is perhaps the most interesting