S5, E2 Las Vegas

"Perhaps recognizing that the premiere might have been a little confusing to some viewers, the writers of “Las Vegas” keep it remarkably simple, dividing their narrative into two alternating plotlines, one in each timeframe...the focus allows for what’s always been the strength of this show: Liev Schreiber. He does phenomenal work here, enough to likely lock a fourth Emmy nomination."

"All of this flashback drama with Abby, Ray, Terry, and the rest of the Donovans is some of the strongest material Ray Donovan has ever dug into. There’s a shifting dynamic that’s pushing these characters in new directions..."