General Television - "Moonlight" Discussion Thread #1 
Still Dirrty says: Please don't post any spoilers in this thread. You can discuss any episode that has aired in the United States. ************ About the show : Mick St. John is a captivating, charming -- and immortal -- private investigator from Los Angeles who defies the traditional bloodsucking norms of his vampire tendencies by using his wit and powerful supernatural abilities to help the living. In a life-altering twist of fate, Mick was bitten 60 years ago by his then-new bride, the seductive Coraline. Forever 30 years of age, Mick is as handsome and charismatic as the day he was "turned," and he eschews others of his kind who view humans only as a source of nourishment. With only a handful of like-minded confidantes for company, including the eternally young, wealthy and mischievous Josef, a hedge-fund trader who relishes his uniqueness, Mick fills his infinite days protecting the living, including beautiful, ambitious Internet investigative reporter Beth Turner. Cast :
Alex O'Loughlin - Mick St. John Sophia Myles - Beth Turner Jason Dohring - Josef Kostan Shannyn Sossamon - Coraline Episodes that aired so far : 1.01 No Such Thing as Vampires
Mick St. John (series star ALEX O'LOUGHLIN) is a captivating, charming -- and immortal -- private investigator from Los Angeles who defies the traditional bloodsucking norms of his vampire tendencies by using his wit and powerful supernatural abilities to help the living. In a life-altering twist of fate, Mick was bitten 60 years ago by his then-new bride, the seductive Coraline (series star SHANNYN SOSSAMON). Forever 30 years of age, Mick is as handsome and charismatic as the day he was "turned," and he eschews others of his kind who view humans only as a source of nourishment. With only a handful of like-minded confidantes for company, including the eternally young, wealthy and mischievous Josef Kostan (series star JASON DOHRING), a hedge-fund trader who relishes his uniqueness, Mick fills his infinite days protecting the living. But one night years ago, a single act of kindness changed him when he saved the life of a young girl, Beth Turner (series star SOFIA MYLES), making him want to be a better vampire. Now their paths cross again, and Mick feels a distinctive bond with Beth, who has grown into a beautiful, ambitious Internet investigative reporter. Mick knows he can't pursue his feelings without exposing the part of him that would make him a monster in Beth's eyes. As he lives between two realities, fighting his adversaries among the undead and falling in love, he discovers the mysteries and pleasures that a valuable life has to offer. In the series premiere, when a series of vampire-style murders plagues Los Angeles, Mick sets out to find the culprits, and reconnects with Beth. 1.02 Out of the Past
In 1983, Mick attacked his client's killer and, during a brawl, revealed that he was a vampire but failed to kill the man, who was arrested. Now, as the convicted murderer from Mick's past is released from prison, Mick must face one of his worst fears: having the truth of his immortal identity revealed to Beth. 1.03 Dr. Feelgood
Mick must stop a newly turned vampire who is on a murderous spree. Still reeling from Mick's revelation about his identity, a cautious Beth struggles as she helps him track down the bloodthirsty renegade, who doesn't know how to deal with his killer urges. 1.04 Fever
Mick gets injured while searching for a young woman who is believed to be hiding in the desert. As the scorching sunlight depletes Mick's vampiric ability to heal himself, Beth must rush and take drastic measures to save his life. 1.05 Arrested Development
Mick hunts a teenage vampire who is preying on female escorts he locates via the Internet. Meanwhile, Mick and Beth try to avoid each other after sharing an intimate moment. 1.06 B.C.
Mick searches for a mysterious vampire from Josef's past. Meanwhile, Beth investigates when a model overdoses and dies. When the two cases intersect, Mick and Beth work together. 1.07 The Ringer
Mick experiences déjà vu while investigating a fire that is eerily similar to the one that killed his ex-wife, Coraline. The arson, which destroys a historic Hollywood hotel, seemingly replicates the night she died, and Mick's sense of nostalgia grows when a woman with whom he is working bears a striking resemblance to Coraline. 1.08 12:04 A.M.
Mick protects a frightened young woman from the cult followers of a killer after they vow to avenge their leader's dying wish that those responsible for his execution be put to death. Recurring guest star TAMI ROMAN appears as Maureen. Recurring guest star BRIAN WHITE appears as Lieutenant Carl Davis. 1.09 Fleur de Lis
Beth feels slighted and jealous when Mick begins working closely on a case with a mysterious photographer who resembles his ex-wife. Spurred on by her bruised ego, Beth takes it upon herself to research the woman's background and discovers that she isn't whom she claims to be. Photoshoot : The ratings:
September 28: 8.62 million viewers (#2) and a A18-49: 2.5/ 8(#1t) October 5: Viewers: 8.25 million (#1), A18-49: 2.2/ 7 (#1t) October 12: Viewers: 7.30 million (#2), A18-49: 2.0/ 6 (#3) October 19:Viewers: 7.78 million (#2), A18-49: 2.1/ 7 (#1) October 26: Viewers: 8.56 million (#2), A18-49: 2.4/ 7 (#1) November 2: Viewers: 7.57 million (#2), A18-49: 2.1/ 7 (#1) November 9: Viewers: 7.96 million (#2), A18-49: 2.5/ 7 (#1) November 16: Viewers: 8.22 million (#2), A18-49: 2.7/ 8 (#1) November 23: Viewers: 7.33 million (#2) A18-49: 2.2/ 6 (#2) Original post: "Moonlight" Discussion Thread #1 |
