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Anthony Hopkins’ presence in the early seasons was a highlight, and many speculated that his involvement was crucial to the initial success. One fan noted, “If they had carried it off, with Nolan directing every episode, it might have been saved,” hinting at the potential for revival had the original creative energy remained.
The series was also compared to other highly anticipated but ultimately disappointing reboots, like Kenobi, where original scripts and ambitious ideas were scrapped in favor of less compelling options.