Pilot
Nashville is what any and every music based drama should be. Period. Music is woven into the show, letting it play its part by not getting in the way of the plot. The story touches family problems, politics, country music, young vs. old, rivalries, and of course romance. Series, smart, and fun, Nashville is one of the best pilots this season. The hype around this show lives up to the, well, hype.
Connie Britton plays Rayna James, a country music star who’s 20 year career is fading and is given the choice to either open for Juliette Barnes, played by Hayden Panettiere, the young start who is extremely popular. Both actress bring their A game to their respected roles. James and Barnes are both thirsty for fame and they brush up against one another, even when they aren’t sharing the screen.
Nashville is a drama first and for most, music spectacle second, or even further down the line. Putting the acting and plot first helps the credibility of the show rise about trite shows like Glee or Smash, that have limit staying power. If Nashville is able to keep this same level of constancy, it will be a powerhouse this fall. ABC has the two strongest pilots this year: Nashville and Last Stand. Congrats to the network, now just keep them on track to make them the best two new shows this year. Now time for more Connie Britton acting broody about some upstart sellout who can’t sing. Must have more.
Rating: Watch
Original Air Date: 10/10/12
On ABC, Wednesday's 10/9 central
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