Customer Reviews

Kingpin

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

Easily some of the best TV I've seen in years. A riveting story with great acting and a good script. The sets were convincing -even the cinematography and soundtrack were outstanding. If you haven't already seen it, I highly recommend checking it out.

I just finished watching all three DVD's and I enjoyed the show. There were good performances, the script wasen't bad and it was very entertaining. I did have a few grievences with the show. First was the editing. One show would end and it felt like a month has passed in the show. The episode's were not connected very well, with a few exceptions, like great mini-series usually are. Another grievence is how the show ended. Everything seemed hurried, like the producer's suddenly realized that only 20 minutes of show was left and they needed a sudden conclusion. The show did not tell what happened to side characters, like the doctor or the DEA agent, the script just left them in the dust. If you like the Godfather Part 1, you will realize that the ending of this show is a rip-off of the ending of a classic. I would recommend watching this, but just don't expect too much.

1. Kingpin was never meant to be a full-fledged network series - it was always meant to be a mini series.
2. It is by far the BEST network mini series I have EVER seen. (note....this does not include any CABLE mini series)
3. It was first aired by NBC and a few months later, cable network Bravo aired the series uncut. I personally watched both airings before purchasing the DVD. Excellent!
4. There are three stories which are intertwined in one way or another (american doctor dealing with a hitman who works for a drug dealer who is being investigated by a couple of DEA agents of which one agent previously investigated the kingpin before her partner was killed) More than three stories? In theory, yes, but they all tie in to......the Kingpin.
5. If you have not watched all episodes, please attempt to do so BEFORE posting a review. An informed reviewer is the best reviewer.

Till next time....

I don't know what the one guy is talking about yeah Bravo reran the 6 episodes that's it. But nonetheless it was a verry compelling and and entertaining 6 episodes. I only wish that they didn't cancel the show it had a lot of potential for future episodes. But I am greatfull that they came out with it on DVD definitely a must buy.

I purchased this on DVD because I wasn't able to see it on TV. That was one of my greatest decisions ever. Both my wife and I were in awe with the quality of the acting and superb storyline. This is a can't miss, get it as soon as you can. It is definately the jewel of our collection.

Reading over the reviews, i realized some people may have missed the fact that NBC actually did show all 6 episodes, and Bravo showed them later, and uncut i believe. i Know because i watched the show on NBC. While i am disappointed it was not made into a series, i can understand why.

Moving on, i would say this was a great show. IT had everything.Violence, family love and loyalty, everything.

KINGPIN, is one of my favorite movies/shows. Why NBC cancelled the series is beyond me. However, by reading some of your posts, I don't think that you were aware that BRAVO actually CONTINUED the Kingpin series, and resolved everything over 4-5 more episodes....I don't want to spoil everything that happened, but if you want to know, write a post (reply), and I'll tell you. ***YOU WON'T EVEN BELIEVE WHAT HAPPENED***, It was "off the hook"!!!! I love it!! I love it!! I love it!! Now my question is: Where can we buy the ENTIRE series (NBC&BRAVO).

Some spoilers (not too much in detail, don't want to ruin things):

** Rape -- can't tell you who it will spoil things.
** Murder -- connected to the "rape", and war between families.
** Resolution to the Agent who was almost killed (the ultimate drug bust).
** Resolution to Malika Yoba (dirty Agent) and the nightclub.
** Wife leave rehab and returns home to Miguel.
** Dr. loses his money...Dr. finds his money (but hands change...i.e. dr/bodyguard relationship)

Penny
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This was one of the greatest crime series/mafia productions I have ever seen. It was captivating throughout much like the sopranos except dealing with the mexican cartel. How NBC could cancel this series is beyond me. I bought the dvd after viewing the recommendations and was blown away. If it were to land again on NBC I would be a faithful watcher of the show. How can we petition NBC to give it another try? It is injust how such low quality shows remain on the air and a show of this magnitude (which was far too short - only 6 episides) could be canceled. I highly recommend buying the dvd if you are a fan of the sopranos, scarface, godfather, casino etc... Please NBC bring back Kingpin - this is an outrage to many of its legions of fans.

The Sopranos meets Scarface. I highly recommend this series for rental or purchase. I hope NBC definately decides to bring it back!

One of the most amazing crime dramas I've ever seen. NBC made really weird programming decisions by having this show on twice a week for three weeks in a row. It didn't get the coverage or the justice that it deserved. Where is the next season? You guys over at the peacock network need to give us our Kingpin!
Every single scene was incredibly well written and acted - nothing stereotypical about it. Always excruciating surprises. You are praying that the madness will end but it doesn't.