Pushing Daisies (2007)

Pushing Daisies (2007) is a whimsical, genre-bending series that blends comedy, drama and fantasy. At its heart is Ned, a pie-maker with a supernatural gift: a touch that can bring the dead back to life — but only briefly, and with strict consequences. He revives his childhood sweetheart, Chuck, and together with a cynical private investigator, Emerson Cod, and the lovesick waitress Olive Snook, they use Ned’s power to solve murder cases. The rules are sharp and unyielding: a revived person can’t stay alive indefinitely without a terrible price, and a second touch will make death permanent. Watching Pushing Daisies feels like stepping into a vivid fairy tale crossed with a cozy murder mystery. Expect bright, highly stylized visuals, playful narration, fast-paced, witty dialogue, and a steady stream of clever, surprising whodunits. The tone mixes light-hearted humor and visual charm with genuine emotional stakes — especially the bittersweet romance between Ned and Chuck, whose love is constrained by the rules of his gift. Viewers will be entertained by the show’s inventive mysteries and quirky supporting characters, moved by its tender, impossible romance, and delighted by its imaginative production design and storytelling flourishes. If you enjoy clever, offbeat TV that balances whimsy with pathos, Pushing Daisies delivers a uniquely charming and emotionally resonant experience.

Actors: Lee Pace, Anna Friel, Chi McBride

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

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