Customer Reviews

Highlander + Life = Great Original Show
Amersterdam, the main character, is immortal like the main character of Highlander, irreverent and able to see things in a way others can't like the main character of Life. Although there are many similarities between New Amsterdam and many other shows, there are enough nuances to make it uniquely original. The acting is great and the story-line believable to a degree...hard to fathom immortality. All in all, a very good show and well worth watching.

enjoyable viewing with my sons
My sons and I have watched New Amsterdam since the first episode. We find it to be an interesting premise and so far good story lines. I was not aware of the Pete Hamill connection and since I haven't read the book it doesn't mar my enjoyment of the show. We don't watch much television together as a family so it's good to find things that we can enjoy together. I really like it personally and hope that it lasts.

A great new show with a great cast.
After watching the first 3 episodes I have to say I throughly enjoy New Amsterdam. Though not 100% original(the use of flashbacks being just one) it has it's own unique flavor. I've always liked the stories about people who are immortal, Highlander being one of my favorite shows. There is so much you can tell about the human condition through the eyes of some one who has lived for centuries.

What I like about this show is that there is only one immortal(well as far as we know, kinda find it hard to believe that the Indians who granted John immortality would only do this for him and no one else or not even themselves). So no "There can only be one" off with their heads thing.

There are plenty of pleasant character surprises in this show. And that what this show is character driven. The cast works well together. And it seems if this show gets a chance(We all know what Fox does with good shows, look at Serenity and Drive) it can go on for a few seasons.