My personal opinion: The first show was legendary, the new one is good but plays in a different league. Maybe I'm just being nostalgic, I grew up watching the first show and there was a lot (good plots, singing, humanitarian values, stories I could relate to) to love. The new show is a great show but it feels less personal, I don't identify with the characters or their stories. It's also a bit too American for my taste (but considering it's an American show it makes sense). Positive things: The acting is good. Each episode has an interesting plot (especially the creepy episode where Ben is a priest), I like all the references to the original show. As you mentioned, it's interesting to see what happens in the lab. I'll definitely watch the second season