Put Some Respect on 'The Shield'
When The New York Times ranked the best TV shows of the 21st century, buried way down the list was an underrated FX series that, in many ways, provided the blueprint for Breaking Bad.
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An opinion piece arguing that The Shield is an underrated, influential FX crime drama that advanced TV storytelling and antihero complexity. Visit to read why the author believes The Shield deserves more recognition compared with shows like Breaking Bad and The Wire.
- Explains The Shield’s pilot, seasons, and standout scenes
- Compares the show’s influence to Breaking Bad and The Wire
- Notes casting, visual style, and provocative storylines
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Put Some Respect on 'The Shield' (gq.com): An opinion piece arguing that The Shield is an underrated, influential FX crime drama that advanced TV storytelling and antihero complexity. Visit to read why the author believes The Shield deserves more recognition compared with shows like Breaking Bad and The Wire.
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