Golden Globe competitors for television

The Globes get first crack at adoring new fall Tv shows, but these come in second for the Emmys if the involves spring debuts. The way in which these beginners fare against 'Boardwalk Empire,' 'Good Wife,' 'Modern Family' and 'Glee'?Wager on Thrones(Cinemax)Precursor: "Rome"Why it might: The pay cabler's much-anticipated adaptation of George R.R. Martin's best-selling books will be a large success in the year, spiking the fantasy milieu with gritty human drama. However, the genre isn't for everyone, a more compact amount the show's penchant for graphic sex and violence.Otherwise the big one: Viewer favorite Peter Dinklage's portrayal of cagey outsider Tyrion Lannister has acquired him an Emmy.An upbeat opinion: Mary McNamara, La Occasions: "A great and thundering quantity of political and mental intrigue bristling with vivid figures, mix-hatched with enticing plotlines and seasoned getting a just a little fantasy." * * * The Killing(AMC)Precursor: ABC's "Murder One," which initially gambled while using one-situation/one-season construct.Why it might: Moody United States atmospherics, a twisty murder and compelling figures added up to water cooler spring hit for AMC. However, red-colored-colored herrings inside the plot didn't always please fans nor did the summer season-ending episode.Otherwise the big one: Mireille Enos acquired since the series' thoughtful, melancholy lead investigator, while Joel Kinnaman as her enigmatic, tart-tongued partner increased being a follower favorite.An upbeat opinion: Alessandra Stanley, NY Occasions: "Frightening and suspenseful, in a subdued, meditative way that's in some manner much more chilling." * * * Homeland(Showtime)Precursor: "24" for your propulsive sense of a threat inside our midst, combined with mental suspense of "Rubicon."Why it might: A timely show concerning the cost of hypervigilance within fighting against Terror, it combines thriller inteligence with acute character study. However, the up-and-comer batch of dramas is strong this year, as well as the popular holdovers ("Boardwalk Empire," "The Truly Amazing Wife") demonstrated tough endurance.Otherwise the big one: Claire Danes, becoming an intensely committed intelligence analyst, and Damian Lewis, since the returning war hero she suspects of sinister doings, are submiting memorable work each week.An upbeat opinion: Matt Zoller Seitz, Salon: "The most effective new show in the fall." * * * Enlightened(Cinemax)Precursor: Phone self-destructive side of well-meaning enhancement, "Samantha Who" and "The Completely New Adventures of Old Christine."Why it might: Edgy yet understanding, it means HBO's stature like a place for offbeat, culturally relevant comedy, and will be offering a killer star turn from Laura Dern. However, the humor might be too brittle and spread for individuals tastes -- which is not always a comedy.Otherwise the big one: It's tough to deny pressure of character that Dern will be here, a potent combo of pinwheeling eyes, proper gamesmanship and hair trigger temperament.An upbeat opinion: Robert Lloyd, La Occasions: "White-colored and Dern might have settled for lampooning a specific strain of spiritual striving as well as the blindness the convert mistakes for sight. But they're out for many factor.Inch * * * New Girl(Fox)Precursor: The twentysomething camaraderie of "Pals," though the three women concentrated into one kooky charmer.Why it might: Fueled with the star energy of Zooey Deschanel's winning lead perf together with a blessedly raunch-less approach to dating humor, the show remains the breakout sitcom hit in the fall. However, by choosing for oblong laughs rather than sporty guffaws, it runs the risk of not stimulating all tastes.Otherwise the big one: Deschanel is year's It Girl, fighting the limitations of just one-lining sitcom convention with refreshingly off-kilter scene-stealing together with a captivating inner light.An upbeat opinion: Matt Roush, TV Guide: "Everything about 'New Girl,' from her crazy co-stars for the solely awesome writing, is irresistible." * * * GOLDEN GLOBES RACETops in tubthumps? Best Picture: Drama Best Picture: Comedy or Musical Television Animation Contact the number newsroom at news@variety.com