Flashpoint is one of the few cop shows I've seen where every action has consequences, and the protagonists have to live with those consequences, not just forget them in time for next week's episode. While each week gives us a different superficial scenario, they all contribute something to the ongoing sub-plots. Hugh Dillon is excellent as the enormously experienced but tightly-wound Ed Lane and he is admirably supported by Enrico Colantoni as the team's leader Sgt. Greg Parker. To be fair, some of the minor characters have suffered from a lack of air time, and so development so far, so we get left with the stereotypes. There is the token woman (Jules), the new hot shot (Sam), the techie (Spike) and the all-round utility player (Wordy). Over time, and notwithstanding Amy Jo Johnson's pregnancy, I hope these characters will become as fleshed out as those of the leads. I'm certainly ready to give the show its chance.
Review of Flashpoint
Flashpoint
(2008–2012)
Some refreshing changes but it's still a cop show
10 April 2009
Warning: Spoilers