Bored back to life

So BORED TO DEATH is finally hitting its stride, but only as it shakes off the constraints of show's premise. DEATH is supposed to be about a writer moonlighting as a Private Detective, which is an entertaining concept. This concept has gotten the show only so far and actually represents the weakest facet of the show. The strength of the show comes from the relationships, which are made interesting by Ted Danson and Zak Galifianakis.
Danson and Galifianakis are extremely entertaining (as I've previously written) as boss and friend respectively. In the last two episodes, and in the finale, the work/personal worlds collide in a very winning fashion. Both actors are good foils for the lead, Jason Schwartzman, who needs to be toned down. He wasn't getting toned down when the show revolved primarily around his cases, or when he was on these cases alone.
BORED TO DEATH is a unique television experience. It's unlike anything else on television in its delivery and design. There is no disputing the poor start of DEATH, but it has turned around late in its freshman season. If there is a strong finale, as it seems there will be, I'll deem this season a success and would look forward to next season.