1. The intro is delightfully clever.
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2. As is the logo.
3. It’s based on a story that’s extremely important and fascinating but that hasn't been talked about much.
4. Michael Sheen is incredible. As always.
6. The wordplay. Oh, the wordplay.
7. The characters unabashedly say everything you’ve been thinking.
8. It meaningfully explores sexism and depicts women of all social standings.
No one had it easy.
9. The chemistry between Michael Sheen and Lizzy Caplan is believable and compelling.
10. The period outfits are beautiful.
11. Bill Masters is addictively mysterious.
12. Virginia Johnson is one of the strongest female characters on television right now, and she gets the same amount of attention as Bill Masters.
13. The fact that people got hooked to machinery and had sex in front of researchers will never not be shocking or interesting.
14. The writing is so layered and every character is far from perfect.
15. Despite taking place decades ago, it still feels relatable and touches upon subjects that still make people uncomfortable.
16. And it brings up the stigma homosexuality faced and continues to face today.
17. Sex isn’t overly glamorized, despite being the main subject matter.
18. That being said, it definitely has its sexy moments.
19. You'll absolutely love it. So stop being so reluctant.
