TV: The Tick (2001)

The Tick (2001) – For obvious reasons, it can’t be as ridiculous as the thoroughly delightful cartoon, and not only does it lack its predecessor’s gleeful energy, it often falls into the mundane, as it tends to be short on story and long on chitchat; nevertheless, it has its moments, and it’s frequently amusing if never very funny; the highlight is the cast, headed by Warburton—it’s impossible to imagine a better choice for the title role. 6