House: My Comment in The Guardian

"House' benefits from tight, intelligent, knowing scripts and the appeal of a fine ensemble cast. Integral are the conflicts that arise between House, Cuddy, Foreman, Chase, and Cameron as they all struggle not only for the medical solution in each week's case, but also to resolve issues between each other. As an American I can attest to Hugh Laurie's astonishingly spot-on accent. While it's not regional (not Southern, Midwestern, or Eastern Seaboard), Laurie manages to make it sound absolutely authentic. Many people I know here in the U.S. were astonished to learn that Laurie is British. Usually when British actors assume an American accent, we wince--it's so patently wrong. Even Laurence Oliver couldn't quite master it. A little troubling is the fact that Chase, Foreman, and Cameron can't continue to train under House's guidance forever. It's sad to think of them being replaced. But attractive as they are in the show, in real life they would be moving on to separate professional careers. One wish of mine is for Wilson to have a larger role. Robert Sean Leonard is a respected Broadway actor who could add more to the show.