What I’m Watching: Covert Affairs (Season Premiere)

Covert Affairs: Season 4, Episode 1 “Vamos” (B)

Since this show last aired, I’ve given up on two other USA series that I’d argue I might have liked more than I liked this one simply because they weren’t enthralling me as much as other series airing at that time were. That said, this show is back at exactly the time of year that USA really got famous for programming right: the summer. It’s also the only show I’m currently watching on Tuesday night, which increases the likelihood of me continuing to watch and review it even more. I was extremely disappointed to see the show’s signature opening credits sequence tossed in favor of a boring title card, and I didn’t even realize that Hill Harper, formerly of “CSI: NY,” had become a series regular. He’s definitely an interesting addition to the mix, and should help keep both Annie and Auggie on their toes. Their newfound romance isn’t a deterrent to the show, though it definitely decreases their professionalism considerably. The more problematic relationship is, of course, that between Arthur and his political ally portrayed by Michelle Ryan, who many will remember as the ill-equipped star of the failed “Bionic Woman” reboot NBC attempted a few years ago. It seems abundantly clear that Arthur and Teresa are not engaged in a sexual affair but instead in something far more devious. His abrupt resignation is sure to shock Joan into a state that will make it very hard for her to ever forgive him, and it’s going to send Annie and Auggie really as their lives and missions are altogether redefined, which should make for a fun and engaging season.