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So I've got one episode left of season 1 West Wing, and I know it's a cliffhanger, which means my instinctive reaction is to order season 2 from amazon.com RIGHT NOW. And then I see that they're selling the complete series...for a lot of money, yes, but for a fair bit cheaper than if I buy the seasons individually, which, knowing me, IS going to happen.

However. Most long-running TV shows are not WORTH owning the entirety of. X-Files, for example, still my first and truest television love. I watched it all the way through the end when it was still airing, but I wisely refrained from purchasing anything after season 6 on DVD, because it all went to hell in a handbasket. So how long does West Wing stay good? Five seasons tend to be the expiration of most good TV shows. What is it for West Wing?

ETA: AUGH DAMN YOU SORKIN.

And damn myself for watching this now, when I know I've got shows to run for the next two nights and won't have a chance to start S2 by any means until Saturday at the earliest.

Date: 2008-03-16 12:52 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] nevermindirah.livejournal.com
*is late to the party*

I'm so happy for you that you're getting into West Wing! As I see others have pointed out, things get mighty spotty after Sorkin left at the end of S4. 5-7 are definitely worth watching, as there are some terrific episodes and a few fantastic payoffs. The election cycle is fun. But there are also a few episodes that are a complete waste of time, and some sketchy characterizations.

I don't want to give anything away, but if you have a particular ship that you're invested in, the final seasons will be more worth owning. If that's helpful at all.

I hope you've gotten your hands on S2 by now!

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