Reckless
Reckless

Reckless

2014TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

A gorgeous Yankee litigator and a charming southern attorney must hide their intense mutual attraction as a police sex scandal threatens to tear the city of Charleston, S.C. apart.  

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users64%
Director: Catherine HardwickeGenres: Drama, Romance, Crime

Plot Summary

Set in Charleston, South Carolina, this drama follows the intense, forbidden romance between a troubled young woman from a wealthy family and a Portuguese immigrant working for her father. Their affair ignites a dangerous chain of events when it becomes entangled with a murder investigation, forcing them to confront secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everything they hold dear.

Critical Reception

Reckless was a short-lived series that garnered mixed to negative reviews. Critics often pointed to its melodramatic tone, predictable plot, and uneven performances, though some acknowledged the chemistry between the leads and the visually appealing setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • The show attempts a steamy, noir-ish atmosphere but often falls into predictable tropes.
  • Performances are inconsistent, with some actors struggling to carry the dramatic weight.
  • Despite its flaws, some viewers found the central romance and scandalous plot somewhat engaging.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the dramatic twists and romantic entanglements, while others found the plot overly convoluted and the characters unbelievable.

Fun Fact

The series was based on the Israeli drama "The Eight" and was originally developed for ABC before being moved to a summer run on CBS.

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