High Quote by Channing Dungey
“I think that there's a sense that procedurals, because they have more of a formula to the storytelling, it doesn't necessarily rate as high as some of the high-concept, big-idea, big-swing things that get the critics really excited.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Variety, 2021
Procedural TV is seen as formulaic, so critics favor high‑concept shows with big ideas.
In simple terms: Formulaic shows get lower critical praise.
Key Takeaway
Embrace originality in storytelling.
Themes
television
criticism
creativity
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- pitching a new series
- writing a pilot
- network programming
- audience expectations
Key Concepts
narrative structure
genre expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- How can procedural shows innovate within their format?
- What makes a high‑concept idea resonate with critics?
A Different Perspective
High‑concept shows may still be formulaic in their own way.
