I have only a seen few scenes of the UK version, so I can't compare very well. However, I do know what I like, and I LOVE the US version! I do want to see more of the UK version, but at this point in time the US Being Human has been firmly cemented as my favorite, even if it is not the original. The first thing that caught my eye is that even though it is about werewolves and vampires, it did not feel like a Twilight or Vampire Diaries type show. I am much more into shows like Supernatural, as opposed to the fantasy-horror shows/movies with all the teen angst. There is angst here, but it's from an adult point of view, which is much more relatable to me. Josh was the first person to stand out to me. I saw a commercial about the characters and he was so awkward and quirky, I just fell in love. I love Aidan and Sally as well, I think all the characters are very engaging, and I really care about them and want to see what is going to happen with them.
The one thing I would say for fans of the original is please try not to compare it to the US version! If you love the original, of course you are not going to like the new version as much because you've established a connection and love for the characters and story. You are going to feel like the new version is just terrible, even if it's not. This happened to me after I read Harry Potter and then saw the movie. I didn't like it at first, but then I decided to watch it as a separate entity, not thinking about the book or comparing it, and I really enjoyed it. That is what people should do with the US Being Human. It really is a great show, and even it if it is a remake, people should at least try to watch it, and give it a chance! I am certainly glad I did!
The one thing I would say for fans of the original is please try not to compare it to the US version! If you love the original, of course you are not going to like the new version as much because you've established a connection and love for the characters and story. You are going to feel like the new version is just terrible, even if it's not. This happened to me after I read Harry Potter and then saw the movie. I didn't like it at first, but then I decided to watch it as a separate entity, not thinking about the book or comparing it, and I really enjoyed it. That is what people should do with the US Being Human. It really is a great show, and even it if it is a remake, people should at least try to watch it, and give it a chance! I am certainly glad I did!