This was a tough one to finish. Don't get me wrong, I just started my second time through, so it's obviously worth the value of my subjective time. Nevertheless, each episode brought a moment when I asked myself "why am I watching." However, each episode, and the ending, was well worth every moment; this, the rating.

I watched the first episode then a few weeks later the second. Eventually I was binging. This series was well done. The acting was very convincing even though the story line was a little out there at times. I enjoyed the city views since I doubt I will ever see Moscow. Overall I found it very enjoyable.

The growing feelings between the two main characters is so very realistic. The acting is superb. Respect, love, understanding and caring for one another brings the familiarity home. I would love to be friends with these characters.

Overall a refreshingly different type of cops and robbers set in the Russian capital. Beautifully filmed and acted. This has a pleasant and dark underlying feel. All the usual cop cliches, cops are the same the world over! Should keep you going until the end, is this the new scany noir?

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With each episode I liked the series more. Starting like classical procedural (policeman/woman + some strange character), we delve deeper and deeper to the dark world of twisted minds and worn out settings of backstage Russia. Cumberbatches Sherlock or Hannibal comes to mind. Outstanding acting of Konstantin Khabenskiy seconded more or less succesfully by Paulina Andreeva.

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Surprised there's no reviews yet for this gripping series, as it is available on NetFlix (Canada, anyway).

This pretty young grad, Esenya, from the Police Academy in Moscow wants to do her internship with a reclusive, legendary homicide detective named Yosodin Meglin. For some reason, even though he hardly talks to anybody, he agrees to accept her, but only on his terms, of course, since he is very secretive - however, he is very successful at 'getting' the bad guys (and in Russia, with loony-tune government problems over the last 20 years, and a sky-rocketing alcohol-abuse rate for a couple of centuries, there are plenty of brutal murders to sort out). Meglin first shows his stuff in Episode One, whilst attending the 'grad party' of the graduates from the Academy. One of the grads is cut down by a trick piece of jewelry, and Meglin, attending to enjoy a few drinks, picks the culprit right out of the crowd. After a cheery conversation, the weirdo confesses and gives the police information on the silent partner who helped him perform this nefarious crime on a totally innocent young female.

I thought the first two episodes were gripping. The performances are first-class, and the stories are compelling. However, there seems to be boundaries to which we adhere (less & less, I agree) in the West with regard to cinema that are NOT observed in Russian movies. So, there are some gory attacks, and shocking displays of body parts (dead & alive) - I had my hand on the FF button throughout) - included in the episodes. Also, I did think the quality and coherence fell off somewhat in the later stories.

This is a macabre blend of the edgy British show Cracker, with characteristics of Columbo, Blacklist and Monk added (to give you some comparison). NOT for the faint-hearted.

I absolutely loved it. The characterisations were very compelling and the storyline fascinating. The overall feel of the series was professional and interesting. Thought the acting was very good, and I loved the dynamic relationships and realistic feel of it all (although much of the story was decidedly unrealistic!). It's one I won't soon forget, or the many tears which accompanied it.

Stylized and sometimes silly, this series is fun if you leave your common sense behind. Which is not necessarily a bad thing. The acting is sub-par, the scripts feel rushed, the characters cardboard thin but still I watched the entire series. It's all so out there, so in-your- face, you can't help but watch with a perverted fascination. At times the pedantic nature of the 'teacher' character gets a little tiresome and his beautiful 'student' paper thin (literally) but this is so foreign to most crime series that it has the charm of its own. Not for binge watching but every once in awhile, a decent time waster. Caution might be exercised for younger viewers as it is quite violent, with many almost too-realistic images of violent death. Not at all PC, this show is not for everyone but if you want a change of pace, give it a try.

I agree w/ most of what was said in the "hmmm . . ." review; however, I found the series compelling thruout..

I thought that the acting was excellent. The story provided a lot of info on how mental illness is viewed in Russia. Considering how it was politicized in the USSR, this was useful.

When I moved to Richmond, VA, someone told me that it was destroyed in the Civil War and never rebuilt. This wasn't true, but the remark came to mind as I saw the interiors and exteriors in this series. It felt like Russia was destroyed in WW II and never rebuilt.

The story lines are good and the characters are plausible. I thought that the laconic, blunt, brooding, super serious, vodka swilling chain smoker was a stereotype, but apparently not. There is a great deal of melodrama and the female lead seems to be in the foetal position even when she's not.

But if you can just go with it, it's a good ride!

I don't understand the many positive reviews. My wife and I made it through four episodes. We couldn't take it. The series doesn't have any redeeming qualities. The Method seems to be to stay drunk and then to find the criminal in the end based on some sort of research that the detective does, but which is never shown. This is not really a detective series. Don't waste your time.

The show got better and better with a good written, well acted and great effects. Couldn't wait to see the next episode. I hope with the success on Netflix The Method will have a season 2 and more to follow. Also it would help to provide English sub titles, or English sap. I have recommended this series to many others who also loved it.

Parts 1 and 2 really irked me, wondered if I would continue. Interested in trying to figure out the male lead and what the heck he was up to. The female detective (on a trial basis) seemed out of character. She lived in a luxurious apartment, expensive lifestyle and yet wanted to study with this strange, alcoholic investigator. Ok by Part 3 I was getting drawn into this, still not happy with the female entitled cop, but what the heck. Part 4, hooked, enjoying this crazy cop, her, still not so much. We will see. Give it a try. Russian cinema is odd at best in any case. Started Part 4, okay, we are off!

Really well put together series with a captivating and unique, no holds barred story telling style. A bit heavy on the teal colour grade and music with clear influences showing, but still great visuals and good sound design that's overall very well produced. Highly binge watchable with a satisfying number of episodes (16) that I managed to spread out over several days. I also thought the subtitles were well done with subtle nuances and humorous dialog moments that could easily have been lost at the hands of a less adept translator.

The series develops over time, and while the theme of most episodes is broadly the same, unlike products such as the Blacklist that degenerate into interminable sameness with only a vague arc running through them that, along with the characters themselves, one easily ceases to care about over time, "The Method" sustains itself and builds up to a powerful and terrific final episode. Some 5 years later. a series 2 appears to be in development, though perhaps put on hold at the moment. The bar is set high, but I've high hopes.

With a fair bit of gore and tough story lines, this isn't one for the faint of heart, but it's a satisfying antidote to the usual style of investigative series. Stick through the first episode, which by the end gives a clue to the fact that it's going to be an exciting and somewhat quirky ride but isn't really representative of the series as a whole, and enjoy a great story.

... she would make a really good Bond-girl ... having that 'look' ... and her acting-physical-skills would definitely be up to the part ... w/o question she's the only reason to watch this excruciatingly lengthy TV series

... ... naturally possessing exotic beauty ... when glammed-up she's stunning-gorgeous ... you can't ever take eyes off her ... fortunate is the actor having to work opposite her in a steamy production

... as for this production there's just way too much repetition ... dead bodies pilled on top dead bodies ... psychopath upon psychopath ... enough already after half dozen episodes ... sixteen waaaay too much torture ... yours

... want her in a smaller reasonable dose try watching Locust also on Netflix

Compelling story lines ,great acting , the changing feelings between Rodion and Esenya subtlety done. Loved every episode. I have re watched about 10 times now. Do hope Netflix get series 2 soon.

No, well, season 1 is a masterpiece. Even without making a discount on the country of origin.

There is a new maniac in each episode and each of them is always played by a talented actor and plays well. Each of them opens up and scares.

However, there is a storyline of the main characters. Each of them has their own serious problems and it is interesting to watch them. How they communicate with each other, with villains, and how they solve problems.

Director Yuri Bykov has not yet shot anything better than this one. Because it's not about the hard life of stupid people, but about something interesting.

Still , they love blood guts and naked ones ... Isn't that right?!

What can I say about season 2? This is a poor fake, which, although it tries to develop the plot in an interesting way, merges wherever possible.

Maniacs do not attract or repel. The most annoying thing is when you don't feel anything.

At least thank you for the appearance of the old characters. These are almost the best scenes of the whole season. Oh, these jokes...

The ending almost grew a man's dignity and gave a decent ending with perhaps a rehabilitation of the plot, but no. The plot jumped and fell into a pile... A disgusting ending.

The director of the original will return to the creation of season 3, but will it help after this?

We'll wait and see.

A slow starter but stick with it. By episode 6 you will be hooked! I promise...no really! Fascinating glimpse into life in Russia. Well acted and compelling dark, dark drama

First episode was intriguing. Second episode evolved into nonsense and foretells what's to come....more nonsense.

If you have roughly 16 hours to waste, this series is for you.

Although I cannot imagine the cruel ways a serial murder dreams op and enacts his horrible deeds, the series portrays human beings doing the work they chose to do and completing it,no matter how hard the task. It reveals the need for acceptance and love and that one cannot live in isolation forever(Meglin), nor keep secrets from your daughter as Esenya's father tried to do! The love that slowly grows between the two main characters is admirable as it seems unlikely to happen given the circumstances. You find yourself hoping for a miracle for their sake. Loved the acting and the tone of the setting was as sad as the murders being investigated.

This film is one of the best detective tv series I have ever watched. Every character is deeply described over each episode. Apparently each case is taken from real life, that is why there couldn't be happy end. The method is clear: to catch an animal you should transform your mind into the mind of this animal. Not every man could be normal after such transformation and have "happy" life.

Another fantastic series from Russia, written with perfection. If only English writers could do the same. My partner teases me about watching foreign tv programs but I unashamedly LOVE them. This is not to be missed. Season 2 is a must!