What Makes the Men of The Originals So Sexy?

  I've been asked: "Why do you like The Originals so much? What's so special about those guys?" Do you have a week or two? Mostly I want to stick with the second part of the question because it's what I've asked myself often enough. What makes the sexy men of The Originals so sexy?

1. Klaus Mikaelson

    He was the biggest bad of The Vampire Diaries but beneath the sadistic devil was a tortured individual. As we got to know the immortal hybrid we discovered that he's a romantic, an artist, a sensitive soul and can be fierce in his devotion to those closest to his heart. And then there's that evil smirk that makes any girl stop short. Add that to his being a father (every time I see him with Hope my ovaries vibrate) it seems like he's the dream.

    Being an artist, Klaus has a creative, passionate spirit combined with his violent upbringing in heart ache which he channels into his art. He has a difficult time conveying his hurt and pain in words but with art he has a lot to say. Art is one of his biggest seductive devices. It's how he got Hayley into bed (or at least helped), showed Caroline that he's not entirely evil, and used it to distract Aurora when he painted her portrait then walled it up in his home to symbolically bury her memory. Yet also like many great artists, Klaus has a mercurial temper, which has caused many a storm in his relationships whether romantic or platonic. Klaus has had many muses to inspire his work but his true love has always been his art. That includes those he's sculpted in his image... 


        For Marcel and Hope, Klaus has demonstrated being a devoted father-figure. He's not perfect but he's far better than Mikael. Klaus adores Hope and although he's clashed with Marcel he still views him as a son even if they aren't blood. When Elijah ripped Marcel's heart out Klaus was devastated. He has always viewed Marcel as one of them but Klaus has also displayed jealousy to see that not only had Marcel succeeded but surpassed him when it came to building a home. Fathers and sons see themselves as an image of the other so it definitely leads to conflict but ultimately Klaus cares for Marcel. They're fighting now but I don't believe Klaus would kill him. He hasn't killed his other siblings just packed them in boxes (which is his habit in dealing with relatives). 

The look in his eyes say it all

2. Elijah Mikaelson

     There's something about a man in a suit that's incredibly sexy to me. That combined with Elijah's peculiar yet elegant accent (whenever he would say "Katerina" I'd melt). He's refined in everything he does from the way he dresses to the way he talks and even to the way he adjusts his cufflinks or put on or take off his jacket. But it's not just the suit it's Elijah's manner: sophisticated, polite, chivalrous (to a fault) and always in control of his animal impulses but beneath the calm exterior you know there's a passionate fire burning inside. You see it in his gaze that always focuses on you and no one else; no matter his mood whether he's in a deep conversation or he's in love or in a rage those eyes will burn a hole in you. He can make a woman feel like she's the center of attention.

   However, we know that Elijah isn't always the perfect gentleman (which perhaps is also his appeal). Beneath the sophisticate is an animal. After the episode of The Red Door we discovered that he has a violent beast covered in blood deep inside which is why he always keeps a clean cut appearance and carries a handkerchief. He wanted to deny the beast within and though he's come to grips with it that hasn't overshadowed the gentleman he is. He's always been noble especially when it comes to romance. The most important thing for Elijah is the woman he loves to be happy even if it doesn't include him in her life. That makes Elijah a sort of tragic figure as even when a woman wants him to take the leap sometimes he doesn't make a move because his honor dictates he remain a love martyr. 

   Elijah is my favorite so I'm a bit biased but he has the making of a dominant in my BDSM fantasies as well as my vanilla fantasies (Ok I think I revealed a bit too much of myself here lol). I honestly can't imagine anyone else playing him as Daniel Gillies perfected this character over the years but when I first saw Elijah I was lovestruck! 

I love that smile. It's infectious

3. Marcel Gerard-Mikaelson

       You would think I would have Kol next but because he's always been a jerk (though still sexy) he'll go after Marcel but I also feel he deserves his place in third close behind Elijah. Marcel has loads of charisma, a magnetic personality with a big smile that is infectious. He's intelligent and when he wants something he goes for it. He's also loyal and it takes a lot to get him to turn against a friend or loved one. He looks out for his people and those he's taken under his wing. Though he and Hayley have been in constant conflict he refuses to let harm come to her (at least from his camp) and despite his current relationship with Klaus he doesn't hold any bad feelings towards Hope (she's practically his sister). 

     In the back door Pilot of The Originals I felt instantly drawn to Marcel. He was so fun and energetic but he knows how to take care of business. Unlike his mentor/father-figure Klaus, despite his abusive father Marcel didn't become bitter. I feel that Marcel is naturally joyful never dwelling in sorrow though he can certainly hold a grudge (just ask the witches). Marcel draws people to him and he keeps them through his good will (opposite of Klaus's typical style of causing fear) but he's not always so bubbly. When backed into a corner Marcel will bite maybe even rip a few throats out to make a point. He can be ruthless when pushed too far. 

    Marcel strikes me more as a friend with benefits kind of guy but he's definitely boyfriend material. He's there when you need a shoulder to cry on or to help build you up or if you need to let off some steam (either at the bar or in bed). He has great confidence in himself and his abilities to rise in power but the most attractive thing about him is the lengths he'll go for people he cares about.

Arrogant yet that's charming on him

4. Kol Mikaelson

         Kol is the bad boy you meet in high school and the guy you sneak around with rather than a boy you bring home to meet the folks. He wears his evil smirk with pride it's his main feature. I can't imagine him without it. As the youngest son Kol has to fight for attention so he acts out with violence and hardly takes no for an answer. I never found Kol that appealing as I like more mature men but he still has some attractiveness to make give him a suggestive side long glance.

     His over-confidence (straight up arrogant) can be seen as bravado but Kol values one thing: freedom. He's the guy you rebel with. When you want to rough up a few guys or bar hop Kol is on board. He's about living life to the fullest and chafes under rules. He inspires one to take charge of their life. He was attracted to the desire for freedom in Davina that blazed as intensely as his own. When he finds a girl he's devoted to her. Kol is willing to change for the right woman. Though he failed part of it was because of a hex that made him kill the woman he loved. Kol feels love and hate with equal passion. 

    Otherwise I can only see Kol as a good time. But I can understand why most fans are in love with him. Not just because of his wildness but because of the romantic they know is underneath. Everyday with Kol would seem like an adventure like Bonnie and Clyde just don't get into a situation where you're facing a hail of wooden bullets.

Also those soulful eyes of his a girl can get lost in them

5. Vincent Griffith

       To be honest Vincent didn't make much of an impression on me at first but Yates was playing Finn so I couldn't get a grasp on him. Handsome for sure but looks alone don't make a guy sexy. Then Vincent Griffith emerged and I began to see the real witch. Vincent has the mojo but is careful and cautious with how he uses it. He prefers the road that leads to peace without violence. Whenever Vincent works a spell he seems to become a completely different person. I'm mesmerized almost as he becomes otherworldly when performing his spells. There's a darkness in him that he fears.

     Just as being a beast has it's sexiness being a peace maker is just as much an aphrodisiac. Any man can make war but it takes a great man to want peace. Even when faced with an evil that could save thousands Vincent is completely tortured by it. It makes me want to hold him. But he's not a wuss. Vincent gave into the darkness inside him once so he knows it's as seductive as love but as destructive as a plague. It's impossible to wash out and this gives him a sympathy for those who are treading on the edge of darkness like when he ousted Davina (it was Marcel's idea but Vincent most likely agreed). He hates being the bearer of destruction but will follow through. 

     Another thing is that Vincent isn't prejudice. Though he's had a rough history with vampires like all the French Quarter witches he's willing to work with them and generally sees that not all vamps are alike. He's good friends with Josh who he lets help him with the witch community (but he's so cute why would not want Josh around?). And when he even gave Cami his blood to turn her into a vampire. Vincent is definitely boyfriend material. He's shy mostly and cautious when it comes to his heart but when he gives it to you he's a steady down to earth guy who would love to start a family. Just make sure you stay away from the dark voodoo stuff... 


        Klaus, Elijah, Marcel, Vincent, and Kol are not only handsome but they all have vibrant, colorful personalities that makes them each unique in their own way which makes them all sexy.

     

Supergirl: Stop Calling Mon-El Abusive!

  Okay I understand why Kara broke up with Mon-El and I respect her for it (even though I disagree full heartedly) but what I don't understand are people calling Mon-El abusive or the Karamel ship toxic. Sure Mon-El lied to Kara about his identity but his fears were understandable. It just burns me up that people would say such things! If you don't like Mon-El that's fine but calling him abusive is a step too far! Here's the criteria for what classifies as an abusive relationship:

Kara is Supergirl. She doesn't let anyone push her around

1. tell you they cannot live without you (*Nope)

2. blame you for all their problems (*Hell no)

3. break or hit things to intimidate you (*Pffth as if)

4. threaten to hurt themselves or others if you break up (*No)

5. act jealous, say jealous things, or forbid you to speak with certain people (*There are healthy displays of jealousy. Only when it's constant is it alarming. Mon-El was jealous of Myxy but didn't forbid Kara from speaking to him and he hasn't shown jealousy since)

6. pressure you into having sex or force you to do sexual things you don't want to do by saying, "if you really loved me you would..." (*God no)

7. humiliate you and belittle your opinions (*Mon-El disagrees with Kara but he doesn't belittle her opinion)

8. slap or shove you in a seemingly playful way, but it happens often and doesn't seem right (*Kara could throw Mon-El through a wall. The first time he caught her by surprise and he just woke up from a coma so I'd react like that too)

9. seem jealous and possessive about the time you spend with your friends (*No)

10. constantly check up on you and ask where you are and what you are doing (*Mon-El gives Kara plenty of space)

She was about to fall so of course he catches her
like anyone with manners would

11. have severe mood swings or frequent bad moods (*He's happy a lot of the time)

12. want you to limit your other activities so you can spend more time together (*Mon-El bows to Kara's schedule and doesn't push)

13. want your relationship to get too serious too quickly and refuse to take "no" for an answer (*Nope)

14. blame past bad relationships on everything or everybody else instead of accepting any of the responsibility (*Mon-El takes full responsibility for being a womanizing jerk)

15. abuses drugs or alcohol and pressure you to take them also, even if you don't want to (*No)

16. believe men should be in control and women should do what they're told (*Mon-El believed that most women were damsels in distress but he learned that women are capable of handling themselves.)

17. treat you like property rather than a person they value (*Hell no!)

Look at the tenderness between them

    You know who does fit the 17 criteria? Bella and Edward from Twilight. And for those who love 50 Shades of Grey (*gag*) Christian and Anastasia also meet that criteria because the book started out as Twilight fan fiction! Kara dumped Mon-El but he still stayed on Earth because together or not Supergirl inspires him to be a better person and he wants to continue working with her. You can go ahead and celebrate that Mon-El and Kara are over but don't cite a reason for the break up as Mon-El being abusive or controlling. Kara is too smart and too much self esteem to get into that kind of relationship and it's an insult to her character for someone to suggest such a thing. Kara is not only a strong super hero she's a strong young woman. Give her more credit, will ya?

Grimm: Nadalind Is Officially Endgame (For Me)

   Grimm is almost over (which makes me sad every time I say it) but "Where the Wild Things Were" had a great scene between Nick and Eve. As a shipper for Nick and Adalind I was concerned when Eve started to feel that she would try to get Nick back or go back to being bad but her speech dispelled those fears. Though there are rumors that Nick and Adalind's romance may have a bitter end. I hope it's not true!!!

Eve has regrets but wouldn't change them

    When Eve and Nick were hunting down the big evil Wesen skull guy (I honestly can't remember its name because a lot of the Wesen species are hard to spell let alone pronounce) they came to the weird stone henge and Eve told Nick that she didn't regret meeting him or him not breaking it off with her sooner. The path they took was perilous but she wouldn't trade it for anything. She also mentioned that when they were together they both only knew the small part of Nick, his human self. It may not have worked out for Juliette and Nick but Eve isn't resentful. 

Can you believe they wanted to kill each other?

   I have mentioned something similar to what Eve said about Nick and Juliette not working out. It wasn't that they didn't love each other. Nick took his transformation with better stride than Juliette took with hers. Granted Juliette becoming a hexenbeist was much more terrifying but still her love for Nick wasn't strong enough to prevent the fallout between them. Juliette and Nick evolved and grew and they tried to make their relationship grow as well but it hit a point where the strains of the Wesen world were too much for them to keep hold of each other. Yes it was a terrible break up but bad things do happen for a reason although it doesn't feel like it at the time. 

Please don't sink my ship!

   Nick and Adalind started out as the worst of enemies. How ironic that one of Nick's greatest enemies became the mother of his son and now the love of his life. It was a major dark twist of events that led to Nick becoming a father and finding happiness again. I was concerned when Nick called Eve "Juliette" again when she was taken to the hospital. Did that mean old feelings were resurfacing? But we know that when Nick falls in love with someone he's all in. Nick hasn't told Adalind "I love you" but then Eve told Nick "You're in love with Adalind." He asked "Why would you ask me that?" Then she responded "It wasn't a question." This is verbatim but the message is clear. 

Please let them all live happily ever after!

   Despite all the bad things that happened, in Eve's mind it all worked out. Nick is a happy father and has found love again and he has the support of his friends. Nick's feelings for Eve are ones of responsibility because he once loved Juliette and it was because of him that she turned into a monster. But I feel like Eve has redeemed herself. Yet I've had a nagging feeling ever since I've heard a rumor that Nadalind may have a bitter end to their romance. Again I hope it's not true because I would prefer to have a nice wrap up of the series with no loose ends to leave me wondering (or crying in a fetal position if Nick and Adalind's relationship heads south!)...  I hope they all live happily ever after.

Supergirl: Mon-El & Kara A Super Ship

See how Mon-El kneels before Kara? That's worship
not dominance.

   Getting really tired of a lot of people ragging on Mon-El not just as a character but as Kara's new boyfriend. Some don't like him because of his character while others think Kara is losing her status as a powerful woman by letting herself be in love. Whatever your stance I'm going to list why Mon-El and Kara make a Super Ship...

"Is Kara... mated to anyone?" ~Mon-El

1. Mon-El Is Not A Weak Character!

        Chris Wood has become one of my favorite CW actors. He can play a psycho or a good guy but in both cases he still gives the character a sense of humor which entertains me. And Mon-El I think is what you would call a "cave-man playboy turned good boyfriend". Even though he could be misogynist and clueless about women deep down we see that he truly is a good guy making his transformation into a hero much more endearing. He actually wanted to change for Kara as well as himself which brings me to our next discussion...

Mon-El sees Kara as not just a superhero but
as a strong woman

2. Mon-El is inspired by Supergirl

     I saw on Twitter someone tweeting Mon-El and Kara fighting with the tag: YOU'RE MORE POWERFUL THAN ME AND I FIND THAT THREATENING! First of all, Mon-El was drawn to Kara's strength in character and spirit more than her super powers not threatened by them. Her real super power is her indomitable spirit. Mon-El preferred to keep his head down and out of trouble but watching Kara save the world, care and protect people inspired him to want to become better. Isn't that the goal of feminism? Where a powerful woman not only inspires other women but men as well? Mon-El is attracted to Kara's sense of heroism and independence. How she seems to be able to do it all. 

"Your eyes were so sad, so blue like comets..." ~Mon-El

3. Kara being in love doesn't diminish her power

      Even Super Women need a shoulder to cry on. True before they got romantically involved Kara had to teach Mon-El that she doesn't need a big man to come to her rescue. She even said, "I am not a damsel in distress I am Supergirl! I can handle myself!" Kara doesn't need a boyfriend but she like all super heroes need to have a support system whether it's romantic or platonic. It's not just a woman thing, men too feel that same romantic loneliness. And Mon-El is very supportive of Kara. Kara posted her blog exposing Cadmus's alien deportation plan despite her editor's orders not to and Mon-El said, "If you want to post that blob (he meant blog) then go ahead" because he could already see that she wanted to and he's learned that Kara will risk everything to save lives. Kara seeks advice to her problems not a fixer and Mon-El is a sympathetic ear as well as a shoulder to cry on whenever Kara's feeling weak or unsure. That's a woman's ideal relationship isn't it? To have someone who listens and supports them? Love doesn't weaken you, it makes you stronger. Second of all, stop calling it an abusive relationship. There is nothing to indicate that Kara is being abused. She can walk away any time she wants. Kara has incredible self esteem; if she views someone is being unnessacarily cruel or malicious in a relationship then she's done. Bella & Edward are in an abusive relationship (they've met the 17 criteria; I'm not kidding). Don't EVER compare the two!

Mon-El will do anything Kara asks whether it's as back up
or just a shoulder to cry on...

      When Kara said, "Maybe being Supergirl and having you is enough" She wasn't saying she didn't need a career. She loves being Supergirl and having a guy who supports her in everything she does, who makes her laugh and hugs her when she's sad. Mon-El and Kara aren't perfect but no relationship ever is. A powerful woman falling in love feels different from a powerful man falling in love. A woman doing a "man's job" is judged more harshly when things go wrong and a woman in a romantic relationship is sometimes seen as weak (in the eyes of women I found mostly...). For me that's the opposite! Love makes everyone vulnerable no matter their gender.

Haters gonna hate. Let them hate I love this ship!

 Whether you're a Supergirl or a Superman, relationships shouldn't be off limits. I can't change everyone's minds about Mon-El but I just wanted to get my feelings out there. Mon-El and Kara will have a rough road ahead but I think they can make it over the hurdles together.

TVD: Favorite Things About TVD That I'll Miss

       This is the last season of The Vampire Diaries. I didn't think I'd love it so much but I did. So many cherished memories of "wow", "awwww", and "OMG!". But what made TVD so great?

Such a twisted yet strong family of
unlikely friends

1. The Sass

      There have been quite a few sassy remarks by every character. How else are you going to deal with all the death and misery in the supernatural world but greet it with dry humor? To me Damon is the King of Sass. Though the one with the most snark is the one who feels the deepest so they hide behind a mask of sarcasm. 

Damon and Elena are ENDGAME!

2. The Relationships

     The chemistry between the cast is so thick you could pair off anybody and they have sort of... I found it funny that Elena and Tyler never dated or flirted or... anything really. The beauty of the TVD and TO universe is that enemies or total strangers can become intimate. We all thought Elena and Stefan were the example of "Love Conquers All" but turns out they weren't meant to be. Even ships like Klaus and Elena were a brief possibility and I feel like it would have worked! And it wasn't just romantic relationships. Bonnie and Damon and Alaric started out as bitter enemies. Even Liz who hunted down vampires became one of Damon's closest friends. He even gave her eulogy. Damon turned Alaric's wife but they became drinking buddies. Bonnie tried to kill Damon plenty of times but now he's her best friend! Total 180! Now I blush every time Damon calls Bonnie "Bon Bon". Oh yeah. Relationships are complicated on TVD. I think there's even a relationship web somewhere online depicting this complicated network.

Blood is truly thicker than water

3. Family Drama

      All shows have a bit of family drama but this show? It is king of all family dramas. Siblings at each other's throats. Parents trying to kill their children and vice versa. Not just vampire family drama but also the typical human mama-papa drama. Elena had a pretty rough relationship with her biological father who in the end redeemed himself by sacrificing his own life for Elena. And no matter how much discord there is between Stefan and Damon they will always sacrifice big for each other. Damon gave up the only thing that could probably kill the Devil for Stefan's life even though a day ago he tried to kill Elena. Now that's a brother.

     We've been through hell with our TVD Family. Through evil vampires, crazy witches, psycho vampire hunters, aggressive werewolves to new threats like hybrids, immortal psychics, doppelgängers, and vampire witches we've lost a few along the way but I feel the core of this twisted adopted family of unlikely friends has come out stronger than ever. There were so many moments of TVD that I can't name them all in just one blog! Comment below to me your favorite moments from any of the 8 seasons of The Vampire Diaries.

TVD: Stefan's Human! What's Next?

    Stefan becoming a human is something I never considered until I saw it! Poor Enzo though I had a feeling he'd die. A few questions of what is going to happen next...

I'll miss Ripper Stefan. Always so ready with
Sass!

Will Bonnie Forgive Stefan?

      Bonnie always gets the stick. The one time she's incredibly happy it all gets taken away from her! Of course that's the theme of the TVD/TO universe. Chances are Stefan is going to return to his human empathetic self again and realize what he did and was about to do to Elena. Will Bonnie forgive Stefan for killing the love of her life? From what I can gather from this group's history, they can hurt each other physically and emotionally but always seem to forgive each other no matter the sin. I could see Bonnie giving Stefan the cold shoulder. And Stefan will do anything to try and make it right.

Caroline has grown so much since high school

Are Stefan and Caroline Still On?

      Definitely. Caroline seemed pretty determined to get Stefan back. Though this changes my ending fantasy a little. But it works out perfectly! Stefan and Caroline could get married. Stefan grows old and dies leaving Caroline to pursue Klaus. Her foster children could come and visit whenever Alaric is in town giving Stefan the family he always wanted but couldn't have because he was a ripper vampire. The Salvatore bloodline could also start up again if not with Stefan then with Damon once he takes the cure (which should still be play). Those concerned for vampires taking the cure and ending up like Katherine how taking the cure works is if a 100 year vampire takes the cure from someone then they're human but if another vampire takes the cure from that newly cured vampire then the first vampire ages rapidly then dies so we're good. 

Nostalgia's really a bitch

New Ending?

       I see a new ending where Damon is the last Salvatore vampire until Bonnie dies waking up Elena. Stefan will end up with Caroline. Bonnie's happy ending is still elusive but she has her best friend Damon to keep her company. One doesn't have to have a romantic ending to be happy. Matt is sheriff again in touch with his own family legacy so I see him continuing that bloodline with a few kids of his own. Elena is going to have so much exciting material to read of her friends' diaries when she wakes up!

Taboo: My Thoughts

   Anyone besides me got chills from the FX premiere of Taboo? Every scene mesmerized me (at least the scenes with Tom Hardy and not just because I'm physically attracted to him). It was dark in setting, raw and unapologetic in dialogue and characters and the actors were chosen well. 

Tom Hardy giving me the eye... oh wait I think
it's the evil eye

      How can you not love Tom Hardy? He makes you laugh, scares you, and melts your insides with his skills (and his voice let's not forget that). He does his best with dark, cynical characters grappling with emotional and mental issues. Tom plays James Keziah Delaney, basically a prodigal son return home for the funeral of his father only to find the East India Trading Company trying to muscle in on his inheritance. James is rough, disturbed and doesn't take shit. Though James puts up a front in his private moments he's barely holding it together. He sees the ghosts of his past and is haunted by demons from all the sins he committed for the East India Trading Company. Tom Hardy is spell binding in his role. He's got that intensity down and you can't help but be afraid as well as fascinated with him and his character. You know you shouldn't care for such a damned soul but you do because Tom Hardy lets you see some of James's vulnerabilities. He's a hard man but broken inside. He's an outsider and stranger in his homeland. Feral and yet controlled, walking a thin line between sanity and total madness.

Tom Hardy was watching Game of Thrones and thought:
"Huh. So incest is in..."

     James also seems to have an unnatural love for his half-sister Zilpha. She says she's happily married but you can tell the opposite even before James crashes his father's funeral. There's a coldness there. But you can see why Zilpha's trying to convince not only James but herself it seems that James and Zilpha had surrendered to temptation to each other's and (my theory is) had a son prompting James to leave either by his own choice or because his father found out and banished him (well the show is called "Taboo" what's more taboo than incest?). And award for Biggest Dead Beat Dad goes to... James Delaney. He is confronted by his bastard son's foster father who complains he hasn't been paid for raising the kid for 10 years. James gives the foster family a sack of money for "past, present, and the future" that last word emphasized as James doesn't want to be bothered with this again. 

In his private moments James sinks into
a murky darkness of self loathing & guilt

     Still he takes a look at his kin (his son maybe). He doesn't want to meet him but is happy to just take a look once then never see him again. There is a tenderness there as James watches the boy doing chores. "Put some money aside for his future if he's rash... like me." Sort of a sadness you see in James followed by an immediate retreat back into his armor. Yet James won't apologize for being in love with his sister as he tells her at the wake, "One thing Africa didn't cure is that I still love you." That's going to be interesting especially since in the promo for future episodes Zilpha is on her half-brother's door step in the pouring rain one night. Hmmmm...

James Delaney would be the best pimp.
He's got that swagger

      The show's your basic classic revenge story with a supernatural twist. The overall setting is visually stunning with death/underworld imagery to paint the horrific picture. The opening sequence has a horror-movie aspect that draws you in with it's creepiness. The show uses disturbing imagery of dark, dirty alleyways, neglected mansions and crypts to sell the theme of Death which feels constant as we enter the underworld of London society. I feel the other theme is confronting one's sins. They catch up with you and the dead don't stay buried whether metaphorically or literally. 

Tom Hardy in a loin cloth? Sign me up!

  
       This show has worked it's voodoo magic on me. I love Taboo! Tom Hardy, the cast and crew have done a wonderful job. Every part of this show will send cold chills creeping up your spine and tickle your love of thrillers (and Tom Hardy).