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.
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I have just noticed your, "it is not necessary (to like characters) to enjoy the show." I apologize i may have read this too hastily, and i appreciate you pointing this out to me, thanks. Again i'd like to say that nothing i typed there was directed to you, and i understand you said this yourself but i'd just like to reiterate this so there is no misunderstanding.