... well, not really, but for NYPD Detective Sam Tyler, he might as well be living on another planet! Life on Mars on ABC network is an American adaptation of the hit British television series in 2006. I watched the entire two seasons on BBC America, and absolutely loved it. So, when I heard this was going to be re-told American-style for the new fall line-up, I was pretty jazzed. And, after watching the premiere online last night, Life on Mars didn't disappoint.

The story revolves around Detective Sam Tyler trying to nail a serial killer in New York City. His partner and lover, Maya Daniels, finally catch the man they have been after for so long, but finds he has a solid alibi during a murder. Colin Raimes was recorded while gambling at a casino. Raimes is released, but Maya decides to follow him. Back at the station, new evidence is found that Colin Raimes had a twin, Lawrence ... a compulsive gambler, of course! Maya calls Sam to tell him she has her sights on him, but the call is abruptly cut-off. The police scramble to get to Maya, but are too late ... only finding her blood stained shirt. Sam becomes beside himself, fearing the worst ... gets a call on his cell, and leaves his car to get some better reception, and gets slammed by a speeding vehicle ...