True Detective Season 1 Episode 1 'The Long Bright Dark' First Time Watching! TV Reaction!!

[@TBRSchmitt]

Definitely excited to watch this series! Such a strong start that instantly pulls you into the characters and the mystery! Thank you all for the support!

[@jjkcharlie]

Ready for the ride with you guys.

[@attom353]

Lot lizard was the term you were looking for 🤣

[@dacsus]

Fargo (show, not movie) is even better.

[@26101976bdm]

Not lost mate - intrigued, the pay off is worth it.

[@keithgoddard4192]

You have gone into the rabbit hole... it's a wild ride ahead.

[@Mr500RWHP]

Season 1 of True Detective is probably the best single series of a show I've ever seen... Matthew McConaughey does an awesome job in this show

[@1974dormouse]

It’s definitely in my top 5 favorite seasons and shows.

[@t.d.mcinturff1712]

@@kdizzle901 The only thing that comes close is season 4 of The Wire. Fuckin a.

[@CurseMyMetalHand]

Same, only thing that has come close for me is Season 1 of Dark.

[@kylemckinney_22]

@@t.d.mcinturff1712 My robot is amazing as well

[@kevinlowe6713]

Don't rule out Woody Harrelson....he always brings it.... Matthew is badass for sure.... but.... so is the wood

[@WOranos]

Season 1 of True Detective is some of the best television ever made. And that soundtrack...

[@alexanderschulze7767]

agreed

[@SonicImmersion_]

Season 1 was the best dramatic show series I've ever seen. Better even than movies. And the ending of Episode 4... one of the best action scenes ever, very realistic, and nearly all in one take.

[@gustavskarlismikelsons4295]

I love the S1 soundtrack, but as a Leonard Cohen fan, S2 is closest to my heart.

[@porolintu6564]

yes. this series shows what kind of people are running our society.

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

100%

[@TomVCunningham]

"I don't know how much of this is solving a mystery or if it's just the life of two detectives..." yes.

[@arkwill14]

I can already think of so many scenes in this show where I can't wait to see your reaction. This season of this series is an absolute masterpiece.

[@wj6604]

Everything about this season is top tier. The writing, the cast, the acting, cinematography, locations. Not forgetting the hypnotic and ethereal opening song by The Handsome Family - ' Far from any road '. Enjoy your reactions so looking forward to going on this journey with you.

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

man, that opening title is unsettling and catchy at the same time. fits the series so well

[@wj6604]

@@user-vc5rp7nf8f Most definitely.

[@waynecanning4122]

This is the best season but I think all three seasons are worth the watch.

[@toriboy25]

I have not visited season 2 yet but is taking months to get through season 3

[@Nay-kp6uu]

I didn't like season 2 at first, but it definitely stuck with me and rewatched it recently and I do like it. Not as much as 1 though.

[@gravedigger8414]

The other seasons do not reach this, but esp season 2 is really growing on me over time. Has some great characters (and actors) as well!

[@lostcause3151]

I always thought season 1 just set the bar high enough that anything after it was going to seem like a let down. I agree 100% season 1 is the best but I really enjoyed the following seasons as well.

[@eukariootti1]

Season 1 - Great! Instant classic. The only season I've got on Blu-ray. Season 2 - Different actors, different story, different feel. Still good(ish). Season 3 - Whatever...

[@wabals]

Super excited for this …… McConaughey is a beast in this……

[@TBRSchmitt]

Same! Looking forward to more of his performance!

[@menolikey_]

Yup, this will be a fun series for them and us to watch.

[@ahmaranwar1488]

I was looking for new people to react to this series and TBR delivers! You guys are becoming one of my favorite reactors

[@samantha_schmitt]

Wow thank you!

[@Noggahide]

This series has one of the best long takes in TV history.

[@SonicImmersion_]

The action scene at the end of Episode 4 was one of the best ever. Very action-packed, and yet realistic. And it appears to have been filmed all in one take, or very nearly so.

[@SnailHatan]

@@SonicImmersion_ It wasn’t even close to one take. There’s over a dozen cuts in it.

[@spencerwattamaniuk950]

@@SnailHatan It is one take, there is zero editing in the entire six minutes.

[@louiseteaches]

I'm at home sick today, and I was so excited to realise that you have reacted to Season 1 of True Detective! I was late to the party and only watched it a few months ago, so can't wait to watch it again with your reactions! Such a deep, complex, brilliant, disturbing show. Love your channel.

[@TBRSchmitt]

Hope you feel better!

[@louiseteaches]

Aw, thank you! P.S. If you haven't done The Sinner yet, I'd highly recommend it! Similar vibe to True Detective. Dark and mysterious. :) ​@@TBRSchmitt

[@Timeisaflat_O]

This is the single best season of television ever broadcast.

[@darensparks]

Absolutely

[@honestabe1940]

This show is one of those great convergences of talent. The actors, the directors, the cinemaphotogropher, the soundtrack. It's a masterpiece of mood like all great film. I purchased it, I've watched it 4 times and will again.

[@chimpinaneckbrace]

Rust and Marty’s relationship status: “It’s complicated.”

[@lethaldose2000]

Ha/ To say the least.

[@lethaldose2000]

FYI: Rust is drinking during the interview, to make his statement is Inadmissible in court. Or he just doesn't give a F*&%$*K

[@r.b.ratieta6111]

The moment he takes the first drink on camera, he opens right up. 😂

[@Tero92]

I mean, thats a "good catch" by people watching the show. But was it really ever proven in the show, because I think Rusty just likes to drink.

[@michaelsegriff3362]

That point is spot on. He’s also an alcoholic, so the drinking helps him keep himself together during the interview as well.

[@lethaldose2000]

@@michaelsegriff3362 No doubt. If I saw the mess up shit that rusty has seen. I'd be downing some Jack Daniels meh self

[@michaelsegriff3362]

@@lethaldose2000 Absolutely. Jack Daniels at the very least!

[@hettbeans]

I love Martin's absolute dumbfoundedness at Cole's quips. "'Memory of a town', don't say that shit"

[@LinksPB]

I've seen some interviews of McConaughey talking about the making, very interesting. He went full method for this, and it pissed his good friend Woody to no end. That's a big part of the awkwardness between their characters.

[@kevinfoster4862]

Oooh, TBR and Samantha finally watching the best season of TV ever produced! Excellent. It is so enjoyable seeing you guys watching, analyzing, discussing. Now I will have to rewatch it myself (not complaining, it only gets better each time).

[@spornge]

The hard part to get a grasp on is that one part is the answers they give, one part is what really happened, then another part is telling the past from tagents that the character is thinking of , but not what they are saying or being asked. Like the way memories works you start thinking about something or keep thinking about something despite other people moving on

[@pievancl5457]

Dora Lang is the murdered girl from the beginning with the antlers. They ID’d her immediately that’s how they knew her name when they interviewed her ex boyfriend in prison. They’re trying to piece together her life in this episode. This show can be be a bit difficult to follow in the beginning because it’s told through 2 different narratives (hart and cohle’s interviews), so it jumps between different times depending on how they’re telling the story. Marie Fontenout is another girl they’re also looking for because she matches the MO of the killer. The devil nets are also a part of the MO of the killer.. he places them symbolically around significant locations of his victims.

[@jackthenarrator4735]

I credit a lot of what made the 1st season of True Detective so iconic to Director Cary Fukanaga. He is adamant at mixing stunning visuals with great character arcs and unconventional storytelling techniques. He also directed the underrated 2018 Netflix miniseries MANIAC starring Johan Hill & Emma Stone, the acclaimed Netflix film BEASTS OF NO NATION with Idris Elba, as well as the upcoming James Bond film NO TIME TO DIE.

[@supastar25]

I can't say how much I love how you guys have decided to watch this show...I am one of those who watch a million shows at a time and still count this as easily the best show I've watched in years. The lead actors were so good in every moment.

[@andrewcharles459]

Mind-bending detective story, stellar acting, amazing cinematography and production detail - oh, you're in for a ride. This isn't a television show, it's an episodic oscar-worthy movie.

[@bruceheckerman7343]

So glad you guys are watching this! OMG, can't wait to watch the rest with you. Season 1 was the best. Since you like detective kind of stuff, when this is finished, you should watch my favorite series of all time: JUSTIFIED. You two will absolute love it.

[@joshuahermanson341]

Hands DOWN some of the best writing EVER!! This is a prime example of how when HBO shines, it's blinding!

[@shamblepants1450]

Just wanted to say, I've been enjoying your reaction videos from nearly the start and truly find something soothing about how you make your videos. I have found that you're the only reaction duo I can really enjoy. Most others seem to talk with eachother or over the movie to the detriment of absorbing the flow of the movie or shows. You two nail it by taking a relaxed and respectful approach to the movies and shows. Thank you for the great reactions!

[@Punisher1688]

I’ve seen this season dozens of times. It’s so good.

[@_Omega_Weapon]

Such a great season.

[@TBRSchmitt]

Yeah so many people highly recommend this show! Can't wait to watch it all!

[@_Omega_Weapon]

@@TBRSchmitt Wow a response! I thought this was Mathew McConaugheys best work. Enjoy the rest of the season!

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Probably my favorite single season of television ever.

[@luffarp2513]

I think this was one of the best season of True Detective series...Mat absolutely nailed this with his superb acting...🙌🙌🙌

[@PhatLayCes7825]

You had it right, a lot lizard ... You know I had googled it too

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

I had to check to see if anyone else answered lol .

[@neko77025]

Oh hells yea.. This is one of the best shows.

[@TBRSchmitt]

Super strong start!

[@gingerbill128]

good choice of shows to watch , looking forward to it.

[@TBRSchmitt]

thanks for the support!

[@magpieMOB]

I'm convinced that Rust's line "I don't sleep, I just dream" is a reference to the Neil Young live album "Rust Never Sleeps"

[@brightize2651]

You are both excellent at this, however your observational skills and attention to detail will be tested here, so many small facts and visual clues can easily be overlooked. I say this as I have watched this season several times and still discover new things that add to my enjoyment of the show. Superior reactors that you are though I am sure you'll excel.

[@ryangreen2006]

This show builds and builds the entire time. The performances are electric. Very excited to watch along with you

[@chadmcfarland9660]

He's not a "Debbie Downer" TBR, he just realizes what the real world is.

[@chrisdavis2765]

Glad you guys chose this to review and reaction. Please be careful reading comments you dont want any troll spoiling twist and turns in the story ruining this for you. 1 of the best shows ever made

[@holdensagan]

I personally think it's the greatest single season in TV history. Bold statement, I realize, but I stand my ground.

[@BigMike246]

I think this may be the best season of television in the last ten years. I look forward to watching you take this journey.

[@TheLORDofTOXICITY]

This is hands down, the single best acted limited series ever made. You guys picked very well!!!!!!

[@Nay-kp6uu]

This is probably the best season of television I've ever seen. I'm so glad they're reacting to it.

[@613and802]

You guys are killing it recently. Such a great selection of shows and quality reactions.

[@samantha_schmitt]

Thank you so much!

[@Rancorous_Ryan]

So happy you two are reacting to this!

[@TBRSchmitt]

Awesome! We are happy too!

[@StayFractalesque]

one of the greatest pieces of television ever created! enjoy guys

[@samantha_schmitt]

Thank you!

[@StayFractalesque]

@@samantha_schmitt 😁

[@spornge]

The cough syrup is a big context clue, my wife did not get it either, alchoholics and recovering alcholics will often drink cough syrup : his drinking cough syrup and showing up drunk tells us he is an alcholic.

[@johnt84]

I still get amazed at how natural the acting is. Season 1 is a masterpiece. I love the ending transition w/ the music for this episode ha ..cool as hell. 🔥

[@TheHurley108]

So glad you two are watching this series. It's one of the best, Season 1 is a *masterpiece*.

[@alfredomunoz3447]

One of the Best series.. You guys are going to enjoy it. It's Awesome!

[@alfredomunoz3447]

After Dora Lang is IDed by prints. Rust and Marty ask the neighbors to the crime scene if they saw anything the night of the murder. During the canvassing, the neighbors ask if the victim was Marie Fontenot, missing girl 5 years earlier. Marie Fontenot uncle lived near the crime scene. So after Rust and Marty talk to Charlie and learn about her weird behavior, they begin looking for leads on Marie Fontenot. It's not really clear why they begin looking into to Marie's disappearance, but after finding the Devil catchers in the play house, it links the two cases.

[@NiteOfTheWorld]

For more murder/detective stories, I recommend Hannibal. It's a great show (Mads Mikkelsen is amazing as Hannibal Lecter). It's shockingly violent too, considering it aired on NBC.

[@szeltovivarsydroxan9944]

I know many people said this, but I also have to add to it: it is the single best season of TV I've ever watched. IMO it's pure perfection.

[@jeyel4722]

"I've seen a lot of religious stuff, and sex stuff". Yep, you got it

[@rc51aaron]

Just ran into your channel last night - I watched True Detective Season 1 with you last night - my 3rd time seeing it. You are both very intelligent and fun to watch and listen with.. Definitely a new subscriber here.. Cant watch to re-watch more TV and Movies with you 2...

[@lethaldose2000]

True Detective Season 1. Get ready. Get Buckled in.

[@daxhogno9595]

Glad you guys are watching this… great great show. You’re in for a ride

[@TReynard11]

You guys are among the best reactors. Your comments are smart and you clearly pay attention and you don't talk so much you ruin the watching experience, plus enjoyable commentary afterwards.

[@kckev00]

Great choice! Love this show

[@TemperYourExpectations]

Awesome series! Some of Matthew McConaughey's finest work. Love the videos! Keep up the excellent work! :)

[@TBRSchmitt]

Thank you so much for the support! Can't wait to finish this up and see how it unfolds!

[@menolikey_]

Woody killed it to. They play very well off each other.

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Oh, this is gonna be awesome...

[@anthoollio6869]

So glad y'all are watching this. This show has left an imprint on me that much like Hannibal. I cannot shake it off after this season was over. This one will stick with ya. Be prepared

[@Scubaguy80]

This season of True Detective is not only only one of the best "shows" of all time but it's one of the best anything of all time, it's superb on every level.

[@vivek27789]

True... Very True

[@krichardj]

The music, the acting, the writing, the classical call back to old detective novels. So good.

[@JayRutley]

I actually liked season 2 more than most people but just seeing this reaction reminded me how damn good season one was.

[@Strider91]

I found season two to be enjoyable in its own way. They were intended to be different with different vibes so. . . . I didn't go into it expecting it to be the same. I liked it as its own series.

[@VonPunk]

I really like Season 2 as well, might be the weakest of the trio but HBO pressured him (Pizzolatto) to get it done quick so he didn't get to polish it like with the other two seasons but there still plenty to like and some fun performances. It had an hard act to follow, other anthology series have had a similar problems with seasons overshadowing each other.

[@tealsquare]

The end of season 2 broke me.

[@michaelsegriff3362]

I’m so envious that you are experiencing TD season 1 for the first time. You two are top tier reactors. You’re intelligent, articulate, attractive, personable, and understand when to insert your commentary. As for this particular series: it goes deep and it goes dark. Happy hunting, detectives TBR and Sam.

[@KC1976fromDetroit]

You are in for one heck of a ride. One of the best TV shows ever made. This series and The Wire are some of the greatest crime procedurals ever put on TV.

[@tbirum]

Season 1 is AMAZING, Both Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harelson turn in fantastic performances. I am not sure how Sam is going to do with this one as the show deals with some pretty brutal things but Season 1 is a Benchmark on how to do a gritty crime drama focussed in the South. ALSO, You should check out Fargo Season 1&2 both are Mindbending.

[@fuelman1391]

This show is so incredible. I’m really excited to watch your reactions!

[@usuallyadam]

Finally, you're reacting to my favourite tv series.

[@Khay-77]

Great show, glad you both are watching this.

[@samantha_schmitt]

Thank you!

[@svetaahmetova5508]

Wooooow!!! THE best TV series ever... Glad you choose this masterpiece)))

[@jameseller6100]

My favorite series EVER! The fact this show switches up it’s actors, makes it even more intriguing. Mcconaughey was in the process of losing weight for “Dallas buyers club”.. which is how he pulls off the future cole. Lastly, you guys are great. I’ve watched several of your videos and have been looking for more!

[@Grnademaster]

This is McConaughey's best acting of anything he has ever done.

[@matthewdunham1689]

Best acting for practically anyone.

[@kathyhorniman4702]

This is the first time I have watched this again.... for good reason. One of the craziest , scariest shows I have EVER watched!!!!!!!!!I. I watched it when it first came out.

[@dubbleplusgood]

Easily one of the best seasons of TV - ever. It solidified two solid actors as exceptionally solid actors.

[@trespasserswill7052]

Marty jumped up the instant she walked in. That's one way to put it.

[@williambaucum3318]

The level of strange will get even more intense. But the pay off is worth it.

[@Irfan87]

True Detective Season 1 is some of the best TV ever, period. Top 5, along with GoT S1-3. So upset they couldnt end up both series better.

[@ThatBlakeCampbell]

This was only ever intended to be a limited series. But the huge success led them to quickly do a follow up series.

[@b33fsupe]

One of the most effective and well structured first episodes ever. If this Ep doesn't work as well as it does the rest of the story struggles to capture you and suffers.

[@marcuscato9083]

Amen. Just some amazing storytelling.

[@mikemath9508]

The thing about memory is connecting time frames to new experiences. A detective, cop, whatever, they're almost guaranteed to see something new in their life while working. I work in a restaurant so my day-to-day is pretty damn similar, time has no meaning, they all run together. If somebody asked me if I had a woman who ordered shrimp and lobster, I'd have to look through past orders. If someone asks a cop about a case, they've put in the hours dealing with that unique situation, they will be able to recall a lot more details since it was a new experience.

[@bookjunk]

I'm amped for this! The series is so good and so different from anything else out there. A lot of slow, fascinating (and surprisingly funny sometimes) build-up and then some huge, intense action pieces.

[@LMarti13]

I lived in Louisiana for a year and let me tell you this series NAILS Louisiana

[@crigarsha]

First Chernobyl and now True Detective...y'all are getting spoiled with TV Greatness!!!! Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson in this series are 100% "chef's kiss"!!! You two are excellent reactors! Keep up the good work!

[@teacherlion]

Oh boy...going down the True Detective rabbit hole. Great show..enjoy!

[@kuna1devil]

I'm happy that someone is finally reacting to this amazing season!

[@migster2451]

This is one of my all-time favorite shows. I'm so hyped to see your reaction to the later episodes.

[@cluster_f1575]

Marty & Rust's antagonizing relationship is one of the true highlights of this season!

[@nickjames73]

“Lot Lizard” is the term you’re looking for

[@tallykev6608]

The first and best season of True Detective. This one was great!

[@deBebbler]

Oh-ho. You guys are in for a hell of a ride.

[@John-pp2pb]

Best season for True Detective. In fact I might watch it again.

[@RoboSteave]

This makes me so happy! I generally watch reactions to only 3 things which I think are the very top of their categories. They are LOTR, Chernobyl, and True Detective. Having perhaps my favorite reactor do Chernobyl and now this is fantastic!

[@samantha_schmitt]

YAY! We wish we could do a first time reaction to LOTR!

[@RoboSteave]

Slight correction: I meant to say reactors, plural. Both of these guys are great. They both have intelligent insights into what they're watching. And, they seem to get along better than Rust and Marty!

[@terrycharnley]

I really underestimated this show. Got a friend to download it for me so I could look at it and give it a try. Hesitant at first, because I am not a Woody Harrelson fan. I now have it on dvd pack too and love it. Woody is brilliant in this and so is everyone else. Lili Simmons was also another reason I got it, since she makes an appearance. It's dark, gripping, mysterious, haunting, with incredible scripts and it's mesmerizing, holds up to many views. I could watch it again and again and hopefully will. Second time at the mo. I also have the second season on dvd, but have a hunch it's not as good. Not surprising, this first season is a tough act to follow. The opening's pretty haunting too.

[@thatlittlespider]

Oh man, wish I could see True Detective, first season, for the first time again

[@Redsdelight]

There is a lot of things that will just make sense at one point. Right now they are in 2 separate time lines. They are jumping around a little in the earlier timeline.time line. This is one of the great shows of all time....season 1. Its incredible all around. Enjoy it.

[@blizzardofodds4220]

This is the best that I have ever seen Matthew McConaughey act in his career by far up to this point. You forget many times who he is when he plays Rust Cole. This was one of my favorite mini series detective shows.

[@Normanby]

Stick With It ! - you WILL be thankful... ( Their 'hair' helps keep track of the different years )

[@jerryx3253]

The black minister’s “so what pOlice are u” is an Easter egg of another HBO show The Wire’s character Lester Freamon, played by the same actor.

[@maceomaceo11]

Like many others, I am of the opinion that this is the single best season of television ever made. The acting is of legendary proportions, the cinematography is major budget film quality and the screenplay is on par with anything ever put to film. It's Chinatown level. Like Breaking Bad, every word uttered and every camera angle and every time jump (of which there are many, but it makes sense as the story plays out) means something to the story. This one requires complete attention, it's rough for reactors. Don't worry about figuring it out as you go and talking about what you think you may have deciphered about the main mystery. You won't. We already know that. Hearing where you think it's going after watching the whole episode with a detailed surmation would be cool. You guys are pretty good at reacting, you'll probably intuitively figure that out as you get deeper into the episodes. This one is quit the ride. You're gonna enjoy it.

[@Hogtownboy1]

You and Sam are better partners than Haralson and McConaughey lol

[@samantha_schmitt]

😂

[@CezaryAkakios]

Since you're making the rounds of HBO shows, I'd like to suggest _The Leftovers._ It didn't get a lot of hype, probably because the first season was somewhat of a difficult watch on account of the nature of the source material. But it was a critical darling, and if you stick with it, you are rewarded by the end of s3 (there's only 3 seasons / 28 episodes total.) They pulled off an incredible final run of episodes, and its one of those series that you really can't stop thinking about or talking about. It's got some amazing acting and writing. Also, while s1 of _True Detective_ is terrific, in my humble opinion the quality goes downhill sharply thereafter. I would suggest watching s1 only. The others are fine, don't get me wrong, but not super. (Partly because I would much, much rather watch you react to _The Leftovers_ so I admit I'm a little biased there.)

[@eukariootti1]

I started watching _The Leftovers_ about a year ago, or perhaps two... I guess I was expecting some kind of scifi and/or dystopia etc. Checking afterwards from IMDb, it seems to be: "Drama, Fantasy, Mystery". But I don't remember getting much of those, either. I'm not quite sure anymore, if I ever started Season 2. I guess one reason for this is, that I'm 0 % religious. And another, that I'm just into different kind of stuff. For example, I got bored with Mad Men, too. To lesser extent, though. To be fair, I've seen several series which did start slowly. Or didn't at first have a clear direction, style etc. For example, I could recommend these, just with an asterisk: _The Black Adder (1982-1989)_ - Doesn't really take off until Season 2. _Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)_ - Keeps improving. Feels the polar opposite of ST: Discovery. _Star Trek: Enterprise (2001-2005)_ - 3rd & 4th Season felt much better than 1st & 2nd. THAT is a slow start... _Spaced (1999-2001)_ - At least for me, it took few episodes to really get into this positively quirky series. What ever genre it is, something has to actually happen every now and then. The very least it must make me feel something, except boredom. Otherwise I'm out. Personally, it means movies like _Office Space, Vertigo (1958), Alien, Das Boot, Back to the Future, Blade Runner, The Naked Gun, "Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987)", Twelve Monkeys (1995), The Station Agent (2003), Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Kick-Ass (2010), Zombieland, Amélie (2001), LotR trilogy..._ Or tv-series like _Breaking Bad, True Detective - Season 1, Firefly, Rubicon (2010), Band of Brothers, Police Squad!, Black Books, Person of Interest, Father Ted, Homeland..._

[@lucabaracuda987]

Oh boy.... You guys In for a REAL TREAT!.... Enjoyyyyyy