boned the pig
A metaphor for a TV show that starts out mediocre or even poor before becoming a strong show in later episodes and/or seasons.
The term originates with the show "Black Mirror."
The term originates with the show "Black Mirror."
"Community" is my favorite TV show, but it boned the pig and so never developed the following it deserved.
You'll love "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," but be warned that it boned the pig for the better part of a season before finding its stride.
You'll love "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," but be warned that it boned the pig for the better part of a season before finding its stride.