Conviction (2016)

Judging from the premiere episode, Conviction is not just compelling and topical, it’s a master class in TV-series construction.

It’s slightly above average as this type of series is concerned but not something that will satisfy "Castle" fans still smarting from its cancellation.

The weekly cases aren’t going to dazzle, based on the pilot. That means the cast has to shine, and it only flickers.

Conviction is so into overkill, it’s hard to tell what to take seriously.

There are twists and turns, as you’d expect, but few of them are any more believable than the characters, who feel like empty vessels into which traits and quirks have been randomly poured.

There are worse things on TV than Conviction, but this is a waste of time and talent.

A law procedural so paint-by-numbers it's like everybody gave up halfway through and added terrible colors out of boredom.