This show has a similar premise to the live-action version of 'The Tick' (2001-02) - a short-lived American sitcom that deserved better. The big difference being that 'The Tick' was actually funny. 'No Heroics', on the other hand, mostly takes place in a bar full of superheroes who drink, hurl insults at each other, and generally behave like moronic sex-obsessed juveniles.
There is precious little chance for the viewer to relate to any of the main characters. They are self-absorbed, shallow, and uninterested in doing good for the sake of doing good. Rather, it seems to be about who can score the most television appearances (there is a tally board in the bar). Anyone hoping for the offbeat, quirky intelligent humour that the British frequently dish out will be sadly disappointed. This is just tawdry low-brow drivel, almost completely lacking in style or grace. If you want to release the geek inside of you, check out 'The Tick' for a down-to-earth side-splitting treat.
There is precious little chance for the viewer to relate to any of the main characters. They are self-absorbed, shallow, and uninterested in doing good for the sake of doing good. Rather, it seems to be about who can score the most television appearances (there is a tally board in the bar). Anyone hoping for the offbeat, quirky intelligent humour that the British frequently dish out will be sadly disappointed. This is just tawdry low-brow drivel, almost completely lacking in style or grace. If you want to release the geek inside of you, check out 'The Tick' for a down-to-earth side-splitting treat.