Makers:
Ann BidermanMuziek:
Marcelo ZarvosActeurs:
Liev Schreiber, Paula Malcomson, Eddie Marsan, Kate Moennig, Kerris Dorsey, Frank Whaley, Jon Voight, Elliott Gould, Ambyr Childers, Devon Bagby (meer)Streaming (1)
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Set in the mecca of the rich and famous, Ray Donovan does the dirty work for L.A.'s top power players. The series stars Liev Schreiber as the go-to guy who makes the problems of the city's celebrities, superstar athletes, and business moguls disappear. This powerful drama unfolds when his father, Mickey Donovan, is unexpectedly released from prison, setting off a chain of events that shakes the Donovan family to its core. Ray works with two associates – his #1, Avi, an imposing Israeli, and Lena, a laconic, hardboiled lesbian who serves as his #2. Most of Ray's work is for the most powerful law firm in town led by his confidante and mentor Ezra Goodman, and his partner, Lee Drexler. The only problems he can't fix are those involving his own family. Ray's brother Bunchy was abused by a priest and now can't stay sober; his brother Terry was left in the boxing ring too long and developed Parkinson's; and the ghost of their little sister -- who committed suicide when she was a teenager -- haunts them all. Additionally, his wife Abby is still adjusting to their suburban life while raising their two children, Bridget and Conor. To Ray, all of their problems can be traced back to one person: their father Mickey, a gangster with the Irish mob who never protected his family. But everything is turned upside down when Mickey, after twenty years in a cage, makes his way to Los Angeles and is hungry for revenge. He wants money, a new life, and his place at the head of his family. (officiële tekst van distribiteur)
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Walk This Way (2014) (S02E07)
Even though the episode focused mainly on the Donovan family dynamics, I really enjoyed it. Everyone forgetting Conor’s birthday was hilarious on its own, but the subsequent birthday party was absolutely perfect. Mickey really stole the show this time!:-)
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Sunny (2014) (S02E08)
If it hadn’t been for the fantastic ending, I’d have given this episode just four stars. The scenes with Bridget and Marvin are really starting to annoy me, and the recording studio subplot was the last straw. However, Avi's attempt to dodge an unpleasant task and Mickey’s conversation with his parole officer were hilarious. "Fat black ass." "Family member?"
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Snowflake (2014) (S02E09)
Abby's constant yelling really got on my nerves, and Bunchy's problems were just too boring. However, the way things developed gives me hope that the next episode might be much more interesting, so I’m cautiously optimistic.
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Volcheck (2014) (S02E10)
A standard episode: solid script, great acting, and several well-developed storylines, but it still felt like something was missing. To give it five stars, I needed more gripping pace or quality action. Volcheck’s final scene alone wasn’t enough.
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Rodef (2014) (S02E11)
What was missing in the previous episode, I found in this one. Ray’s introspection contrasted nicely with Mickey’s team’s action, and both storylines came together beautifully in a fantastic finale. The discovered video sets up an exciting conclusion, so here's hoping the writers deliver.
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The Captain (2014) (S02E12)
Season two finale was the best of the series so far. I was thoroughly entertained from start to finish. The creators did a fantastic job building up to an intense climax and left me excited for season three.
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Season 3 (2015) (S03)
I definitely enjoyed Season 3 more than the previous season. Well, except the fourth episode which was a huge disappointment for me. Luckily, it turned out to be an isolated incident and my overall impression of the season was excellent. Eddie Marsan's acting performance keeps getting better and better. His Terry Donovan is increasingly entertaining. Even the character of Bunchy no longer got on my nerves, and often amused me. I was glad that the writers brought back ex-agent Cochran and the whole Finney family. These characters give the series a new edge.
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The Kalamazoo (2015) (S03E01)
The first episode of season three didn’t blow me away. Normally, I’d give it four stars, but the addition of Ian McShane earns it an extra star from me.
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Ding (2015) (S03E02)
The creators nailed a mix of funny scenes with Mickey’s new business venture and Bunchy’s new love interest, along with some solid action from Ray and Terry. I’m still not sure what to make of the fake priest or the Finney family, but I'm intrigued.
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Come and Knock on Our Door (2015) (S03E03)
The story’s pace slowed down a lot, and the action I enjoyed in the last two episodes was missing. Bunchy, who really annoyed me last season, is actually quite fun this time around. However, Abby feels like the writers don’t quite know what to do with her.
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Breakfast of Champions (2015) (S03E04)
For the first time, I’m giving this show just three stars. The story’s pace was even slower than the previous episode. Abby’s return to Boston didn’t interest me at all, Conor has become such a spoiled brat that I can’t stand him, and Ray’s new job isn’t really grabbing me either.
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Handshake Deal (2015) (S03E05)
Thankfully, episode five wasn’t as bad as the previous one, though the creators still seem unsure about Abby’s character. Bunchy managed to make me laugh again, and Mickey and Daryl kept things interesting. The situation with the Finneys is getting more complicated, and I feel like Eddie Marsan’s performance keeps getting better.
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Swing Vote (2015) (S03E06)
For what was supposed to be a hectic election day, the story's pace was pretty slow. By the end of the episode, it felt like the plot hadn’t progressed much. Luckily, Bunchy (or rather, Brandon), his Mexican fiancée, and a wonderfully paranoid Terry kept me entertained. 4*-
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All Must Be Loved (2015) (S03E07)
The seventh episode picked up the momentum again. The story had a good flow, decent action, and some intriguing twists. I was pleasantly surprised by the direction Father Romero’s storyline took.
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Tulip (2015) (S03E08)
Another episode with a solid pace that kept me entertained from start to finish. Ray and Lena, along with their little animal escapades, provided some great moments. It was nice to see the old team back together, though Avi looks a bit worse for wear.
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The Octopus (2015) (S03E09)
Even without major action, Mickey stirred up a chain of unfortunate events with his antics. Well, “unfortunate” might be a stretch — I actually enjoyed it. The episode picked up a good pace, and I was pleased to see Cochran return.
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One Night in Yerevan (2015) (S03E10)
I’m really enjoying the final stretch of season three. This episode wasn’t packed with action, but it was still a lot of fun. The Finney family and the return of Cochran added just the right amount of spice to keep things interesting.
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Poker (2015) (S03E11)
A great episode. I genuinely enjoyed watching Ray scramble to save his own skin for a change. Bringing in Cochran and the Finneys was a brilliant move by the writers.
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Exsuscito (2015) (S03E12)
The season finale was all about the action, and now I see why the creators held back in the last few episodes. This episode had a great pace, building up a solid atmosphere and tension. Even the family drama with Ray’s dysfunctional clan didn’t bother me this time.
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Season 4 (2016) (S04)
The weakest season of the series so far. At times it seemed that the writers did a line with Mickey. The biggest disappointment was waiting for me at the end. Every season finale until this one had been excellent, but there wasn’t much to look forward to this time, there was no energy.
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