User reviews

This show has a lot of potential. The character development is starting out well. After the first episode I want to know what happened and look forward the journey with these people. I don't understand the bad reviews. It's a crime story with a different twist. Try it.

In the pilot, the main character is a drunk sex addict. It shows her as a real person and tries to delve into why she is rough and not willing to let others get close to her, including her roommate and family. Other reviewers get offended that they dare show her like this, as an addict. They say it's a bad representation of blind people. But she's not meant to be all blind people, she's meant to be her. Why does any disabled person on television have to be a shining example for all people with that disability? Answer: they don't. There are many blind people in the real world that aren't always polite and I'm sure most of them are tired of people asking why they're blind. The show goes to extremes trying to give viewers a glimpse into the life of a blind person without sugar coating it with a world of encouragement and trying so hard. It starts off well letting you know the blind character is a real person and not just included in the show for the sake of inclusion. It lets you know the character sees herself as excluded. The start of the series has a lot of potential specifically because it shows people aren't all perfect, that being blind isn't the only flaw blind people can have, and it shows a desire for change. That's the start of a good story. Identify how things actually are, identify how the character wants to change and how they will try to change. No she's not the Wonder Woman of blind people, but she is not supposed to be either. This isn't a buddy-buddy sitcom, or a teen romance, it's a dark drama.

Really like this so far. Main character is likeable and it has an original plotline. Nothing like what you'd expect from CW but I like the refreshingly different outlook. Didn't have to skip any parts which I normally do when a show isn't that great. Deffo recommend checking this out!

Murphy, the blind, drunken character, has altered my view of myself, others and the world.

I lost my vision 4 years ago and have struggled to adapt to being ostracized by the general populace. I am often invisible or ignored. Murphy makes a clear and vivid point of not being invisible. I now have the courage to accidentally tap someone, or brush up next to them, without fear of what they think of me. I now go into restaurants and other places with no anxiety. I won't go to the extreme Murphy does, although I find it amusing.

For the concerns in re of blind folks in the positive and negative reviews; There are various degrees of blindness. Some do wear make up which they apply themselves. Some do look at others when conversing, especially if they were once sighted. Some can see contrast, facial features, large objects, etc. There are plenty of blogs and videos online if you're inquisitive.

If your concerns are because you know one blind person one should not base their experience solely on that specific blind person. All women are not the same, all men are not the same, all dogs are not the same, you get the picture?

As for the issue of race. When I 'watch' something I know nothing of race unless it is part of the character's lines. The most wonderful aspect of being blind is I can not judge, or misjudge, others based on their skin, eye or hair color, nor their size, face and clothing.

Unless one is visually impaired one has no experience to express anything negative about Murphy's blindness, and the awkwardness of living in a society of sighted, misunderstanding folks. You're merely expressing an opinion which we all know what that really indicates.

Going blind is a blessing for me.

Guess what, disabled people are just like everyone else. They have casual sex, drink, smoke, have messed up lives. The people saying how badly it portrays blind/disabled people, watch Daredevil. There are also disabled people that have great lives, don't have causal sex, drink, smoke, etc. So to hate this show because it shows the former is ridiculous. And who can't love a show with a dog??? I have to wonder what the dog, Pretzel, thinks having to be there while she has sex. Is the dog thinking, I wish it were me, or enough already??? The season 1 finale was great and brought so many points together.

Yes, she is a mess! She is not perfect! She doesn't represent the "ideal" female role. But she is human, as such, she is not perfect. This show has a lot of potential, hopefully it won't get lost in the middle of all this PC BS!!!

I think this show has lots of potential. As others have said it is going a different route, it's dark and twisty. I am also glad it's not another typical teen drama and it's a refreshing change from superheroes. I hope the story line continues to develop and that I get to see more.

I was expecting to hate this show - I wanted to hate it. I fought all my life to be treated as an equal, and then some idiot decides to portray a blind woman as a drunken, self-pitying mess who sleeps with married strangers and exploits her disability to cut the line at the drug store? Gee, thanks...

So I was very surprised to find I didn't hate it - not even a little. Let's start with the things this show does well - it's funny. Not laugh-out-loud funny - because we all know it's rude to laugh at the blind, right? - but quietly funny. Murphy's roommate (Brooke Markham) proves that a woman doesn't have to be tall and skinny to be beautiful. Kudos to Hollywood for finally accepting what the rest of us have known all along. I love the neurotic mom, whose entire identity is wrapped up in being the mother of a disabled child, because even though the non-disabled world may not realize it, that's a thing. And I love that we are finally seeing a blind person who is not a saint, a victim or a superhero.

I've only seen the first episode, so I don't know if Murphy's bereavement will be the catalyst that shocks her back into the real world, but I sure hope so because this could be a good show if it follows a young woman's journey from someone who is defined by her limitations to someone who can see beyond her limits.

While it's a good cast that works well together, Murphy is a bit all over the place; can't stand Dean; Jess is likable but let's face the cold hard facts...Pretzel is the real star of the show!!!

The lead character is likable, as is the rest of the cast. They're adults instead of annoying teenagers, by adults I mean in their 20's, which is refreshing for a CW show. Now that it's on Netflix it will reach a wider audience, and while I admit I gave up on it a few times while attempting to binge watch it, I always managed to come back to see what happened, and i'm Glad I did. Nothing groundbreaking here, but it's a decent mystery, with some twists, while also managing to be comedy/drama with likable characters.

I am glad I started watching this show about a blind lady who assists in solving her friend's murder. Her character is understandably a bit flawed, but is still a good and fleshed character. I like each episode as each is good to watch.

Season 1 and 2 were gripping, entertaining and fun to watch. Binge watched them, actually. Season 3, however, is so far-fetched, dragged out while being extremely boring, I kept fast forwarding for something to happen. Really disappointing.

I like the premise of the show. In season 3, however, Murphy is just extremely obnoxious and stubborn. I mean she's annoying in the first 2 seasons, but in season 3 she is at a whole new level. She's so stupid to treat other people like crap when she needs their help throughout the show. It makes it very frustrating to watch at times. Other than that, the show is fun to watch.

Good Lord! What idiot would think that this depicts ALL blind people as alcoholics, desperate and willing to crawl into bed with anyone? Ugh. In the same vein, I guess Elementary depicts ALL private detectives as narcissists, users of women and yes...alcoholics.

I like the first show so far. I like the star. Love the dog (even if we don't know yet if the dog is neurotic). I thought the pilot was great.

I thought the pilot was inspiring to be given a chance...I like the main character very much, which usually doesn't happen for me in the pilot most times. I have to search way more than I did for this one. I've already become attached to her and the supporting characters. And, I appreciate the no nonsense approach to people with special needs as well as other marginalized demographics. I saw authentic and good expression of humanity and love. I'll be watching this series.

Just watched the pilot , funny held my interest great characters! Cant wait to watch the next episode!

It took me awhile to start watching this show but so glad I did. I think its the most undiscovered and underrated show. Glad its finally on netflix for more people to discover. The show is very intreguing and different. Excellent casting and storyline. Its got comedy, drama a a tad bit of suspense. A great mixture. Great show, highly recommended.

I am completely invested and have watched all episodes so far. Every time you think you have a idea what's happened a twist is afoot. Loads of shock moments and lots of actual side splitting scenes too. Great storyline and love the characters, good and bad!

Yes, I got over the fact that Murphy is a horrible, no-good person. Yes, I got over the fact that half the time it's unbelievable that she is even blind. Yes, I enjoyed Season 1-mostly for Pretzel and Max.

Season 2 was too much. Seriously, I understand that it's a TV show and drama and whathaveyou are necessary, but there's a point where it just becomes too much. Toning it down a bit would have made just as much drama without the eye rolls.

Season 3 is just so bad, for me. I'm sticking with it, because I'm invested and I'm hardheaded.

If there's ever a survey on who the most unlikeable characters in television history are and Murphy is not one of them, then I'm calling bull.

Obviously this is just my opinion.

I really enjoy this show - though I have to look past some things. The story is good, the characters are likable and interesting, the mystery keeps you guessing, and it has a little bit of everything - suspense, mystery, comedy, and drama.

The only thing that isn't so great is the portrayal of the blind character ... and its not all the actor's fault because obviously some of the stuff was written into the script. I mean ... what blind person is going to create a visual flow chart to explain connections? Seriously ... lol ... that was so ridiculous. She also appears to make eye contact many times throughout and almost doesn't appear to be blind. One could argue that she is looking in the direction of their voice ... but its too spot on to be believable.

If you're bored with the formulaic, cookie-cutter writing that passes for entertainment these days, may I suggest the new tv series, "In the Dark". The central theme is about a blind woman determined to solve the murder of a dear friend. There's enough action in each episode to keep the viewer interested in returning for the next episode; and each deliciously imperfect character has his/her own unique and compelling story to reveal. Our household enjoys this show so much that we certainly hope for a second season.