Don't be too quick to blast NBC. I was VERY SKEPTICAL about them handing Hannibal and they have blown me away with their ability to really push the envelope and spend money on the series. It looks amazing and is one of the best shows on the air right now. In years past I would probably have felt the exact same way as you do. But because it looks like they are making an extra effort to re-brand themselves, I am more than willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.