Can we talk about show pacing that just kills the binge?

I was three episodes into season 2 of a mystery show last night and nothing had happened yet. Just flashbacks and side characters talking about feelings. I skipped to episode 5 and still no progress on the main plot. Ended up reading a wiki summary instead of watching the rest. Anyone else bail on a show when the filler gets too heavy?

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paige8617d ago

Three episodes in one sitting and nothing happens? That sounds like a normal Tuesday for half the shows on Netflix right now. I mean, I get being frustrated but skipping to episode 5 and then reading a wiki is a whole different level of commitment. You basically made a decision to hate the show before it even had a chance to pay off. Some of these mystery shows take their sweet time building tension, that's kind of the point. If you want instant gratification go watch a YouTube video or something. I don't know, I feel like people blame "filler" when really they just don't have the patience for a slower burn anymore.

alexc9317d ago

@paige86 wait you actually skipped straight to episode 5? that is wild lol

gavin_hill2717d ago

Is it really that serious though, @alexc93?