Castle - A New Comedy-Mystery Show On TV

What could a new police and detective series possibly have to keep our interest? For one thing, Nathan Fillion is the title star, playing Richard Castle. Is it possible this is the person who portrayed Dr.Pomattor in Adrienne Shelley's Waitress? It's also possible you recognize Nathan from the internet musical 'Dr. Horrible's Sing Along' by Joss Whedon, the creator of the cult sci-fi series 'Firefly', also starring Fillion. But this new Phillip Marlowe infuses Castle with the right mixture of wit, mystery, and comedic relief. And female fans will find a lot to appreciate as well. Then there's Stana Katic as Detective Kate Beckett. She can be seen in cameos for a variety of programs but she now headlines a show of her own - deservedly I might add. Add to that Castle's daughter, Alexis (Molly C. Quinn), and his mother, Martha Heath (Susan Sullivan) and a police force filled with well-portrayed supporting actors.

Even with such a great group of actors it's the writing that keeps me watching. Written by Barry Schindel, David Grae, Andrew W. Marlowe, and Charles Murray the pilot was a solid introduction to this new series and its characters. I thought that the plot developments, interesting crimes, and interplay among the characters couldn't keep going a lot longer. Happily I've been proved wrong.

Castle and Beckett are the classic pair who have a relationship filled with sexual tension, the male pushing, the woman keeping him at arms length. He is a successful fiction writer who has been allowed to shadow Beckett, much to her chagrin. He has redeeming qualities despite frequently getting in the way, speaking out of turn, and being a general nuisance to Beckett. Slowly, Beckett is learning to have faith in Castle, including his risk-taking, and finds herself caring more and more about him. He also endears himself to Beckett's colleagues with small gestures like purchasing a top-notch coffeemaker for their use.

Castle's mom and daughter are both full of contrasting elements. His mother is childish and only out for herself, and should be closely monitored  Wise beyond her age, the daughter holds her grandmother in line and provides a lot of support for her father. Castle is a dedicated dad who frets without reason (so far) for Alexis. She is one of the best actors in the series. Expect to see Molly for years to come.

The show has become one of my favorites. Hopefully it will have many more seasons. I'm especially excited about upcoming shows because I just ordered the Comcast HD Triple Play. A short time ago, I finally got my own HDTV so soon I will be able to relax watch all of me favorite TV shows like Castle in high-def sound and picture. I discovered an unbeatable deal online that lets me bundle all three digital services offered by Comcast, Digital Cable, Digital Phone, and High Speed Internet, into a low monthly bill. I am really excited to try the Comcast broadband internet service I signed up for that will compliment my Digital Cable very well. My old DSL line was way too slow to watch online video or listen to music. With Comcast that won't be a concern. Now I don't have to deal with minute by minute charges, due to Comcast Digital Voice. One flat rate bill gives me the opportunity to call local and long distance to whoever I desire nationwide. If your locale offers Comcast cable you need to check out the offers available without waiting any longer. Look into them today before these special promos come to an end.