As I said in my post above, "it is not necessary (to like characters) to enjoy the show." I agree with you but usually a film/show has a couple likeable people.
ie: I agree. Lot of despicable characters in the Sopranos too and the show was still great.
Oh, and back to Homeland, Brody's daughter is one of the most unlikeable IMHO.
TIS
Can i ask what episode you are on TIS? I'm just wondering when people start disliking Brodys daughter or getting annoyed with her involvment in the series at all.