Starring Don Cheadle as managing consultant Marty Kaan, the show follows him and his team as they swindle big corporations into paying them ridiculous amount of money for work they "don't even need." It brings to mind the idea of the 1% sticking it to the 1%, gleefully taking money and cutting throats along the way.
One thing I really like about the show is Kaan breaking the fourth wall; for those unfamiliar with the term, it means making direct contact with the audience. At many points in the show, the frame would freeze while Kaan explained his motives or thoughts to viewers (think Dexter, but less overkill and stupidity). Personally, I know next to nothing about business management and consulting, so it's nice to see the show take the time to explain the little things in order to simplify the dialogue and plot. Sometimes, the cuts themselves were a little jarring, but I think we can chalk that up to it being a pilot episode.
The cast itself is great: Cheadle is masterful as the clever, funny and troubled Kaan. I like Kristen Bell when she's full of confidence, which she has miles of playing Jeannie, the engagement manager. The team is rounded out by two associates, played by Ben Schwartz and Josh Lawson, who provide excellent side commentary and compliment the intense personalities of Marty and Jeannie.
The premiere was hilarious and provided great insight to the show's potential. I definitely look forward to more episodes. It's very nice to have Sunday Shows back after the likes of Dexter, Homeland and Boardwalk Empire ended last month. Look for House of Lies, airing Sundays at 10 on Showtime, as well as reviews by yours truly.
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