So... How is 'Submission' better than the Fifty Shades series? The series co-creator, Jacky St. James said that It (Fifty Shades of Grey) made it seem like it (BDSM) was for people that were messed up or dark and it's not at all. In my opinion, Elliott is more cunning and messed up than Grey. 'Submission' gives the impression that this kind of sexual practice is not for people with a dark past but for tricksters and womanizers. Additionally and more importantly, it nuances that hierarchical relationship in the bedroom is extended to the whole relationship. The dominant, Elliott, is violent, coercive and selfish in daily life as well, and in many cases this is not true. Main characters' acting is sub-par and even annoying. It's funny that regular or day-to-day scenes are worse than sex scenes.
22 Reviews
By the name of it, you know it's a soft porn tv show
DrDumb14 April 2024
Yes it is. Severe nudity and sex, nothing but just nudity and sex scenes. This is a "big porn series" with a storyline for sure. It teaches you how to "dominate" and how to give a sexual pleasure to women. Torture, threesome, dominant, anything you see in a porn clip will be in this tv series too. The show somehow indicates than women enjoy sex and they want to be dominated, but in fact they don't. Most women don't like those sex in this show and they certainly do not like to be treated like a sex toy. Watch the finale episode to see a dramatic turn. The ending indicates that there should be a season 2 but no it's just one season TV mini series.
Finally!
elise3310 June 2016
Finally, someone actually writes a sexually exciting night-time series! I have never been able to watch soft core porn - because the sex is essentially removed while all the fun of the inner human psyche is gone. But not this time! I only want to know, what do I need to do not to see this one get canceled?! Is there a place where I can give stars to this series that will make this one stay? What really is amazing about this series is that it shows, very honestly, that BDSM, poly, experimental, or vanilla, people are just people, and are subject to all the same issues - the need to be seen, to be understood, to be loved, and to deal with our own inner drama and insecurities. It actually shows that sex and sexuality is something to be explored and embraced, not shunned away. Men and women equally are sexual creatures, all on a journey. I just love how amazingly sexy this series is without giving up on human interaction and the gunk of the human drama. I don't know how it does it, but the balance is achieved. I can't wait until the finale! When is it coming back?!
Really,really bad script
Eddie_weinbauer7 April 2017
A side from tits and ass+a few brief crotch shots,this show has really nothing going for it.At least not from a my point of view. The whole BDSM thing is rather poorly scripted.I'm far from any expert on the subject,but this is to soft and to cuddly.Only thing missing is a big fluffy teddy bear.
Most of the cast seem to be quite fresh and relatively unknown,which is a good thing,cause than you often avoid overacting I feel this series was made for lonely housewife's. It's very stereo typical. The women are always sexually frustrated, but able and willing,and the male is always very fit. Would be nice if they could mix it a little bit more up.
But the most funny part here is that the so called master really have very little to bring to the table. First of all he look like the pizza guy, in Fast times At Ridgemont High. Second, his slaves don't respect him at all. Not to mention he goes to great length to give the women orgasm.While hey have to do very little for him,except be there and spread their legs.Gotta be the worst domination in history. Also he doesn't seem to have a lock on his front door.
As someone else pointed out in here..Watch basic instinct instead,there you at least have intensity and chemistry
Most of the cast seem to be quite fresh and relatively unknown,which is a good thing,cause than you often avoid overacting I feel this series was made for lonely housewife's. It's very stereo typical. The women are always sexually frustrated, but able and willing,and the male is always very fit. Would be nice if they could mix it a little bit more up.
But the most funny part here is that the so called master really have very little to bring to the table. First of all he look like the pizza guy, in Fast times At Ridgemont High. Second, his slaves don't respect him at all. Not to mention he goes to great length to give the women orgasm.While hey have to do very little for him,except be there and spread their legs.Gotta be the worst domination in history. Also he doesn't seem to have a lock on his front door.
As someone else pointed out in here..Watch basic instinct instead,there you at least have intensity and chemistry
awful
ChrisaRafa21 June 2016
Frankly I find this series at least AWFUL.
Nice girls, not so good looking men.
A typical story-line. Just to have an excuse to show tits.
It is a soft porn but the worst kind.
I mean, if you have watched Red Shoe Diaries or the movies Nine 1/2 Weeks, Wild Orchid or Basic Instinct, you can understand the TRUE sexual tension, the eroticism. Or the mini series Flesh and Bone.
I truly believe that there is plenty of room for erotic series either on Showtime or in any other cable channel.
But "Submission" is a total waste of time.
Nice girls, not so good looking men.
A typical story-line. Just to have an excuse to show tits.
It is a soft porn but the worst kind.
I mean, if you have watched Red Shoe Diaries or the movies Nine 1/2 Weeks, Wild Orchid or Basic Instinct, you can understand the TRUE sexual tension, the eroticism. Or the mini series Flesh and Bone.
I truly believe that there is plenty of room for erotic series either on Showtime or in any other cable channel.
But "Submission" is a total waste of time.
Looking for a bit more kink in your soft core?
VetteRanger6 April 2023
Looking for a bit more kink in your soft core? Well, here it is.
While there is regular softcore straight sex, the whole point of this series was to get into some BDSM content and ride the 50 Shades wave.
They have a couple of surprising relationship twists, but mainly a woman coming off the breakup of an unsatisfying relationship with a bad boyfriend moves in with a friend in a small town ... needing a job.
She finds a book called "Slave" in the house, and though she denies it to her friend and housemate, it turns her on in a big way.
THEN, she discovers the male author of the book lives in town and is in the social circle. Have some patience. It takes into episode four before those two "get together", but it's worth the wait.
While there is regular softcore straight sex, the whole point of this series was to get into some BDSM content and ride the 50 Shades wave.
They have a couple of surprising relationship twists, but mainly a woman coming off the breakup of an unsatisfying relationship with a bad boyfriend moves in with a friend in a small town ... needing a job.
She finds a book called "Slave" in the house, and though she denies it to her friend and housemate, it turns her on in a big way.
THEN, she discovers the male author of the book lives in town and is in the social circle. Have some patience. It takes into episode four before those two "get together", but it's worth the wait.
This really is the biggest pile of rubbish I have ever seen.
jonnithomas30 May 2016
Warning: Spoilers
It is a awful storyline with nothing to say and nothing to do other than grasp breasts and breathe heavily.
i'm not a prude and I don't spout the bible and don't agree with censorship. However this is soft porn without a story or a function other than appealing to adolescent boys that dream of penetration and holding breasts.
it is shallow pretentious rubbish that sole function is to show pubic hair, buttocks, mock penetration and breasts.
there really is nothing to see here. move along.
I now find I haven't written enough lines about this rubbish. OK, if you want to see some soft porn, fine that's up to you. this isn't and you really won't find it stimulating, entertaining or enjoyable.
i'm not a prude and I don't spout the bible and don't agree with censorship. However this is soft porn without a story or a function other than appealing to adolescent boys that dream of penetration and holding breasts.
it is shallow pretentious rubbish that sole function is to show pubic hair, buttocks, mock penetration and breasts.
there really is nothing to see here. move along.
I now find I haven't written enough lines about this rubbish. OK, if you want to see some soft porn, fine that's up to you. this isn't and you really won't find it stimulating, entertaining or enjoyable.
Finally A Show About BDSM!!
aboring-906838 June 2016
Not sure why it's taken so long to get a show on the air that includes BDSM. I guess the popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey really proved that there is an audience for this topic. Submission is a decent show, it certainly keeps me coming back for more. I'm craving to see more of the Dominant/submissive dynamic and the show seems to be going in that direction. The first episode was slow, but the show gets increasingly better as the series goes on.
I like the fact that there's a solid story-line for this late night show. Too bad there's nothing out there on dominant women... I would find that infinitely more interesting.
I like the fact that there's a solid story-line for this late night show. Too bad there's nothing out there on dominant women... I would find that infinitely more interesting.
Talk about a Californication on steroids
HexYT20 May 2016
If you're looking for a pretext to put on your headphones on, to not appear as a total creep to the rest of your family/friends/roommates, this is it! This was suggested in the recommendations for the show "The Girlfriend Experience", but in all honestly these two shows are nothing alike. This series is kicking things up a notch, bringing together quite trivial topics and making me feel worse, not to mention question my previous encounters, every minute (Don't take it too seriously :D). The show puts three women heroines in the story and shows their point of view. Wouldn't say I enjoyed the first episode, but it wasn't that bad. I'm a simple man, it doesn't take much to keep my attention. I won't, however, be following the series, from my stand point it's a little too much for me; as I've mentioned, since there are three heroines in the story, this might have a greater appeal to the female audience.
weird mix of bad comedy and softcore porn
cherold3 September 2017
Based on the first episode, submission seems to want to bring porn to something like the old MTV series Undressed. So basically you have some sort of "comic" exchange between characters, and then there's some nudity, and then some more "comedy."
The series is competently filmed and acted, but the writing fails to make any of it interesting. As for the porn, well, it's kind of unsexy. Like the dialogue, it feels like it's just there because they decided to make a porn comedy and thus they are contractually required to have some sex and have some banter.
For what it's worth the creator of this series writes and directs hardcore porn and in that field she's won a number of awards.
The series is competently filmed and acted, but the writing fails to make any of it interesting. As for the porn, well, it's kind of unsexy. Like the dialogue, it feels like it's just there because they decided to make a porn comedy and thus they are contractually required to have some sex and have some banter.
For what it's worth the creator of this series writes and directs hardcore porn and in that field she's won a number of awards.
The scenes and story line are great. the way women want scenes
dnsumter7 July 2016
I love the movie. it seems that the reason behind the plot is that she wanted to create a better version compared to 50 shades of Grey.The series co-creator, Jacky St. James, mentioned that she was unhappy with the way BDSM was portrayed in Fifty Shades of Grey, which she considers "passed off an abusive relationship as an honest interpretation of the BDSM lifestyle". She hoped to create a more nuanced view of the BDSM world with the series. The lead actress Ashlynn Yennie also echoed the creator's sentiment saying, "Fifty Shades of Grey was not a correct portrayal of the type of sex that people practice. It made it seem like it was for people that were messed up or dark and it's not at all." She hoped that the show "can shatter that glass ceiling of false belief and show the world what it truly means to trust, communicate, and finally feel free to talk about what you want and don't want sexually in a consensual and healthy way." Well she got it. I agree it is better then 50 shades of Grey. wished there were more episodes though.
The production of the series has a very weak knowledge of BDSM
thegamerbb3 March 2021
The series is very underwhelming. The second season of Netflix's COMEDY series, Bonding, demonstrates BDSM in a much more interesting and real way than this disappointment that is Submission.
If you are looking for BDSM, go watch something else like Dogs Don't Wear Pants.
If you are looking for BDSM, go watch something else like Dogs Don't Wear Pants.
I submit!
pdtp91113 May 2016
Warning: Spoilers
Here is a series, presented by Showtime, named "Submission." If you watched "Billions" this season, you know that they already have toyed with B&D/S&M. Then I saw that the name of one of the creators was Jacky St. James and I suspected the direction we were going. Still, I did not expect to encounter the terrible acting and silly, flat dialog that always accompanies porn, but there it was, in every scene. Yikes! However, following the wild success of the "Shades of Grey" series, and the release of the first movie installment, more than a year ago, someone was going to attempt to fill the void that nature abhors. At this point, 41% of the 29 people who rated this episode gave it a 10. A 10??? There you go! This is softer than hard-core porn, and harder than soft-core porn. What I do appreciate, as a woman, is that the first episode focused on female pleasure rather than the typical, endless pounding of most male-oriented porn that I have seen. There are plenty of exposed female parts, but no male parts, so far. I always find this interesting. It is supposed to be a tale of sexual awakening. Are they trying to awaken men to the fact that women are not enjoying having their heads slammed into the headboard? If so, awesome! Still, I just think that with their budget and access to actors and directors,they could have produced something really great. Instead, they decided to make the series appear low budget and vapid. I love that they tried but still, I know they can do better. Fingers crossed.
Very, very, very soft porn
lukakn9330 October 2016
You want to see some naked women? Who like be treated like garbage in sex? Then this is ideal show for you. Acting, script and pretty much everything is disaster. Fast remote all six episodes, sad for lost time. Hard to see which audience this show targets. Maybe little boys who never saw a women naked. Maybe I cant even think anybody else. It is obvious that this show is approved by 50 shades of gray. So if you didn't like that you certainly wont like this. I gave this show a 2. Because as a male I enjoyed in women nudity which was pretty good. That is only good thing I can recall. There is so much better TV out there don't waste time on this one.
Let's get down and dirty!
jjkoesterfilm23 May 2016
First of all, let's be clear: This is NOT "I Love Lucy". Submission is here to push the limits, and push the limits it does. This is the kind of show that is fun to watch now but I really wish was on the air when I was 13 so my friends and I could sneak a viewing while the parents slept.
It seems pretty clear that this show got a green light because of the success of 50 Shades of Grey. While the overlap is similar, it will be interesting to see how Submission shakes out over multiple episodes. With more breathing room than a single feature, we get to see multiple relationships build in more complex and interesting ways that we got to see in 50.
For anyone who says it's too campy - Nobody reads a romance novel for its trenchant insights into the human spirit's capacity for innovation. For anyone who's rolling their eyes at the amount of BDSM media coming down the pipeline these days, relax. We're just getting more media across the board, regardless of genre or themes. We can all have our cake AND eat it too!
It seems pretty clear that this show got a green light because of the success of 50 Shades of Grey. While the overlap is similar, it will be interesting to see how Submission shakes out over multiple episodes. With more breathing room than a single feature, we get to see multiple relationships build in more complex and interesting ways that we got to see in 50.
For anyone who says it's too campy - Nobody reads a romance novel for its trenchant insights into the human spirit's capacity for innovation. For anyone who's rolling their eyes at the amount of BDSM media coming down the pipeline these days, relax. We're just getting more media across the board, regardless of genre or themes. We can all have our cake AND eat it too!
Elliot Character...Perfection
mgigi12 July 2016
My favorite part of Submission was the character played by Justin Berti, Elliot. I thought the execution of this character is exactly what women wanted when they went to see Fifty Shades of Grey. I was one of the many women that were left wanting more out of the Christian Grey character but Elliot has completely filled that void. His voice is perfection, his demeanor and overall persona is just so intriguing and delicious to watch. The show pushes it in many ways but it's not conventional and that's what the women who are curious about that subject want to see. I want to see more of Elliot and I'm hoping they don't keep us waiting for too long....I am waiting for Season 2!
action, not conclusive enough
mannersis28 June 2016
I do find this opportunity to give a smattering of that other world of Bd/Sm public viewing, a chance for adults to relax and perhaps reminisce; although lack of full nudity (Americanism)was a minus, the story has its merit's The actors fit their roles very well, the half hour segments were not long enough, plus repeats of the previous showing were, I thought too much, Has there been any S/m shown; Hardly, the bondage is a little lack luster, Skin Diamond was a diamond in the rough!! Finding Ashley is a gem also.. The Master(Dom) relationship also needed some more thought than that which I saw in the four episodes.
Very enjoyable
slavecharles8 June 2016
The series is developing very well. It is enjoyable and fun to watch. Definitely a show to watch. The characters are well cast and are believable.
As the series continues it will become a ground breaking series.
I look forward to watching how the characters interact with each other and have been watching since the beginning. I hope that the series continues and even is released in DVD for purchase.
I would like to see the series develop more in the way of the more cerebral aspects of the relationship. While the erotic scenes are hot and stimulating. The major draw to D/S is the mental aspects and the desire to surrender.
As the series continues it will become a ground breaking series.
I look forward to watching how the characters interact with each other and have been watching since the beginning. I hope that the series continues and even is released in DVD for purchase.
I would like to see the series develop more in the way of the more cerebral aspects of the relationship. While the erotic scenes are hot and stimulating. The major draw to D/S is the mental aspects and the desire to surrender.
Submission
fifi-3672018 July 2016
What can I say about Showtime Season 1 of SUBMISSION. I voted a 10 out of 10 , cause it deserves it . The story line and and cast are outstanding. The writing was excellent Jacky St.James, did a wonderful job with the show. All the other people that were involved in it. The cast is fantastic. My favorite character is Elliott,being played by Justin Berti he draws you into the world of BDSM in the first scene of Episode 1. He had me hooked. The other actors have also done a wonderful job with there characters. The world of BDSM, can be intimidating. But SUBMISSION shows you a softer side. Elliott (Justin Berti) Can tie me up anytime. Submission also shows you that you can be kinky and wild , without crying of being in pain. Please bring back for another Season , I cant get enough of Elliott ( Justin Berti).
Storyline
dawncameron-4240110 June 2016
Warning: Spoilers
Some people are visual. Others are auditory. Elliot's voice hooked me & Ashley's story line resonates with me & so many I know. Justin & Ashlynn are the reason I'm watching. I cringe at 50 Shades comparisons, as there are so many better & more realistic BDSM books out there! Is "Submission" lighter on the spectrum? So far, yes, as there is only so much the show can do in half an hour (should be an hour) and not scare off non-lifestyle folks or be straight up porn. I'm all for anything that brings BDSM to the masses! I hope as the show progresses, it will incorporate more teaching moments as too many people don't understand the protocols of what is going on. Some just want to watch kink to try it at home, which is fine (welcome to the dark side). But my pet peeve is naive comments that show the person really doesn't understand BDSM. For example: Dylan's collar disappeared after she was released. Some pets wear collars simply to wear collars (puppy play), but in a true D/s relationship, a collar represents: commitment, ownership, love, loyalty, acceptance & responsibility. Those not in the community just think it is jewelry or an accessory. It is akin to a wedding ring and more meaningful to some. A sub will feel naked without a collar, and her whole world shatters when uncollared. I felt it in the shower scene; even though I don't like Dylan's bratty role, my heart broke for her. I would have liked to see Elliot/Ashely address hard & soft limits along with a safe word, but at least they are keeping open communication. I liked the roommate's triad transition; unicorns, paramours, metamours & play parties often confuse folks so it is good to help folks open up and understand poly scenarios. I also hope the show highlights Switches/Domme's as they are highly underrepresented in my opinion. If safe, sane & consent is given,anything goes. Hard limits are to be respected, but always keep an open mind. You just might enjoy that obsidian desire that was once unspoken. Not your cup of tea, keep channel surfing. I'm looking forward to more tricks up Elliot's sleeve. (Seriously, suit porn is my weakness!)
Damn good show
psycho-2689120 July 2016
This is basic daily life for my wife and I, to some extent. It's nice to see a good representation of what could be done if it's something that you are into. The show did have a few things in it that we do not do, and that's our preference. Reminds me of Fifty shades, but without the bad taste in your mouth. This was done tasteful, less abusive way too. I wouldn't call it porn, but some good TV erotica. If more came out, I'd watch everyone of them. Be a sad day if it got canceled like all the other good shows.. I could see quite a few more things being done in the future. The shows first seasons ends with a huge cliff hanger, as usual. I really would like to know what happens next dang it!
'Kitten and her Master.
'Kitten and her Master.
At last nudity equality - Something to watch as a couple
BlackXPanda10 June 2016
With all the tripe and spin surrounding Game of thrones showing up close and graphic male genitalia but no female genitalia. (as they are all either behind merkins or have been CGI altered to take away detail) It's nice to see a program I can watch with the wife that shows neither. Story is OK and acting is also for this type of production. We don't need to see penises and vulvas to watch a late night erotic program. Well done to the program makers. But a word of warning: - If you are going to show a penis , make sure you show a vulva. That doesn't mean a merkin or a labia patch it means a vulva! #nudityequality More and more men and women are getting very tired of all the inequalities. There is nothing wrong or dirty with female genitalia. Hollywood - lose the taboo.
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