HBO's Watchmen TV Show: 8 Reasons To Be Excited

Responsible for ambitious blockbuster projects like Prometheus and expertly-crafted dramas like The Leftovers, Damon Lindelof has established himself as a screenwriter unafraid of taking the road less traveled. He's got the ability to develop worlds in organic ways that always tease further depth on an episodic basis. It gives viewers a reason to watch each new episode, just to see what part of the world will be uncovered.

His work on big-budgeted, highly-philosophical projects and his writing style ultimately makes him the perfect candidate for a show centered around highly-conflicted heroes in troubled times. Lindelof will have an absolute field day unraveling this version of Alan Moore's world, albeit with a modern twist.

While some may find him divisive for projects like Prometheus and Tomorrowland, any fan of his most recent show The Leftovers illustrates his immense potential as a creative head. Lindelof also hasn't been shy about his love for the Watchmen brand, so there's a clear amount of respect coming from the top-down in this production. Regardless of your feelings about his work, Lindelof is capable of great things when on the right project. Expect this one to be another hit.