I think I was more engrossed in the main narrative and felt like most of the anthology stories were weaker (Kevin's story being the exception), but I was also expecting a big pay-off. I didn't realize it wasn't a mini-series like the rest of Flanagan's shows until it just abruptly ended without resolving much. Still enjoyed it, but yeah I agree, it's definitely not as good as his other stuff. Then again, I don't see how he could possibly top Midnight Mass.