This week we will be looking at the Best of Vampire Television Shows.
The first one is Blood Ties, a supernatural series that aired on Lifetime Television from 2007-2008. It lasted 2 seasons with the last one only being a dozen episodes. The show is based on Tanya Huff's Blood Series.
Vicki Nelson, is a retired cop turned private investigator. She thinks her life is tough because she is slowly loosing her sight and can no longer do the job that she loves: that is until she has a brush with the supernatural and meets 470 year old vampire, Henry Fitzroy, the illegitimate son of King Henry VIII. They, along with her goth assistant Coreen solve supernatural crimes, many involving Incubi, demons, vampires,ghosts, etc. Her partner and former lover, Mike Celuci is not thrilled about this at all and is pulled into the action unwillingly. Throughout the show Vicki is torn between her love for Mike and her growing attraction to Henry.
Vicki is played by Christina Cox, who has made guests appearances in Earth: Final Conflict, Stargate SG-1, Andromeda, and many more sci- fi shows. But her first vampire show was a a guest on Forever Knight- another television show that was canceled too early.
Mike is played by Dylan Neal, who has starred in Babylon 5, Stargate Atlantis and most recently as Hermes in the Percy Jackson movies.
Coreen is played by Gina Holden. She has had roles in Harper's Island, Flash Gordon, Smallville, and the upcoming Saw movie.
Henry is played by Kyle Schmid. He has had roles in The Covenant, Joyride and Smallville.
The series drew an audience of women between the ages of early twenties to late 30's, many times credited to the main character being an older strong female lead.
With the strong fan base, everyone was a shock when it was announced that Blood Ties would be canceled. Even now there are still petitions for the show's return.
Lynn, from Lexington stated that she enjoyed the show because there was finally a female lead in a vampire story that wasn't young and perfect. Vicki was strong and a very character that everyone could relate to. It's terrible that they have to cancel shows that are good.
The DVD's are on sale now. I found the local Wal Mart at the lowest price of just under $14. They are also available at Amazon.com and Barnes and Nobles.
So, what do you think?
Have you seen the show?
What about the concept of the vampire being an actual historical person?
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Comments
I haven't seen it, but it sounds pretty good.
A great show that was intelligent and witty with fabulous chemistry between the lead cast. Sadly, not given any chance of success by a network that couldn't be bothered to put in the least amount of promotion. If you haven't seen it, get the DVD, althought you may end up disappointed that this wonderful little show isn't in production any longer.
Xrogue- I totally agree with you. I loved the show, rewatched both seasons, and was frustrated at the last show because I wanted more. I am ordering the books now so I can see what else happens. Thanks for the comment.
It sure is the best vampire show out there to bad it didn't get the chance it deserved/deservs. Kyle Schmid did the most perfect vampire of them all.
I loved the show and want more.
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