Titles sequences have to be good in TV shows. At the very least, they can't be annoying; your audience has to sit through one every episode. A good titles sequence will be an appropriate length, visually pleasing, have a good theme song, and also get the audience in the mood for the show they're about to watch.
The sequel to this post. Click on the show title to watch the titles sequence.
Shameless
Length: A little long, but I love every second of it.
Visuals: I love the cameos by each of the main characters. Entertaining.
Audio: This song is literally amazing. I sing my heart out every time.
Mood: The perfect combination of trashy and fun.
Overall: A perfect fit for the show, one of the best titles sequences I've ever seen, and -- if we're being honest -- the entire reason I decided to make another one of these posts.
Parks and Rec
Length: Just right.
Visuals: Cute snapshots of each of the main characters and iconic parts of Pawnee.
Audio: The song will eventually get to you and you'll be humming and dancing along.
Mood: It will make you even happier that you're spending your time watching Parks and Rec.
Overall: This show is so good the titles sequence doesn't even really matter.
Firefly (just the audio)
Length: Just a tad on the long side.
Visuals: Could be better. I don't particularly enjoy the font choice for one thing.
Audio: The song was made for the show (literally) and really encapsulates the "western" feel.
Mood: Appropriate, and adequately pumps you up for the show.
Overall: A memorable sequence, and certainly representative of the show.
Mad Men
Length: Not too long, not too short, just right.
Visuals: The combination of the old-school ads and the cartoonized, anonymous ad-man is perfect.
Audio: Iconic.
Mood: Really gets across the sleazy feeling.
Overall: Well done.
Better Call Saul (first episode)
Length: Short and sweet.
Visuals: Different every time! But the style is clear and consistent. So far, every sequence is on point, featuring some emblematic image. The font choice and blinking, neon effect is perfect.
Audio: I can groove to it.
Mood: Perfect. Different enough from Breaking Bad, but you can still see the Gilliganesque touch.
Overall: I hadn't even considered what the titles sequence might be for this show but I am beyond pleased with it.
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