I've watched the original animated series multiple times and always enjoy it, so obviously there was some doubt when a live-action series was announced; however, those doubts were cast aside when I started watching the first episode. It's a pretty solid adaptation and I've been enjoying it (currently on episode 7).
The casting is great with some standing out more than others (love seeing Amber Midthunder!), but a lot of these actors have had little screen time before this, so I'm willing to give them time to grow. The writing in general is faithful to the original but the creators also make adjustments to compliment the transition to live-action; honestly, if it was a 100% recreation I don't think it could work. The tone is slightly heavier in this series, so yes some of Aang's childishness is lost, but I'm liking it.
Overall: great show. I think diehard fans of the original will enjoy watching it, and even those newer to the Avatar world will get hooked.
The casting is great with some standing out more than others (love seeing Amber Midthunder!), but a lot of these actors have had little screen time before this, so I'm willing to give them time to grow. The writing in general is faithful to the original but the creators also make adjustments to compliment the transition to live-action; honestly, if it was a 100% recreation I don't think it could work. The tone is slightly heavier in this series, so yes some of Aang's childishness is lost, but I'm liking it.
Overall: great show. I think diehard fans of the original will enjoy watching it, and even those newer to the Avatar world will get hooked.