I struggled with what to rate this series. It’s great in a lot of ways, and it’s fun to watch a political show that is based in a country I don’t know very well (plus, explaining parliamentary coalitions and other election systems to my spouse made me feel smart).

That said, it’s also not as tight and polished as something like The West Wing, and while it might not be fair to compare the two, it’s inevitable. Some of the story arcs would land better with a bit more preparation, and some plot elements feel contrived for the sake of a specific episode.

I’m glad I watched the first season, but I don’t know if I’ll be in a rush to watch the second.