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And the general reaction toSecond Chances initial few episodes seemingly justified the scepticism.

A second season has been ruled out by Fox, and heres why thats a shame.

This approach is highly frustrating, particularly as the who were the intruders that murdered Jimmy?

Unfortunately, however, this doesnt fix the plot-hole of why Duval doesnt recognise his 35 year-old father.

Theres even a hilarious scene involving Jimmy Pritchards family and an Ouija board.

Arthur is a seemingly omnipotent A.I.

It really helps sell the shows more fantastical concepts and builds a believable setting.

And it isnt only the cinematography that triumphs, the direction and music also impress.

The work behind the camera is always solid, noticeably altering to suitSecond Chances two distinct areas of drama.

The juxtaposition is funnier than it should be.

Indeed, it could be said thatSecond Chanceis a victim of the golden age of television were currently experiencing.