So, I just watched the Pilot for Training Day and my concerns were verified. I just couldn't see how this would work as a series and still be connected to the film of the same name. Bill Paxton is stepping into the role that Denzel Washington owned and therein lies the problem with the series. Sure, it's just one episode, but Paxton is a likable guy and the way he is written in the series just further complicates the character. He never comes off threatening like in the movie with some serious f*cked up sh*t. In the Pilot, he just comes across as more mild-mannered, but willing to do what needs to get the job done. But at no time does he feel like he is plotting something sinister or that he would set up his new partner. The twist at the end is that his partner will be "training" Paxton. So, it just feels very confusing at the moment. Since I'm a huge fan of Paxton, I will stick around for the time being and see how things shake out. But honestly, I don't see this surviving based just on the first episode.