A 1:1 translation wouldn't work anyhow. Especially on basic cable. Especially in the US. Between the over the top violence, the sex, and Ennis' take on religion, it'd be a hard-sell. I am trying at this moment to be cautiously optimistic, and the casting *has* really made me feel better about the series' potential.
I do quite agree with the erm "issues" you have with Seth Rogan. But I'm going to see the first 10 eps at least through, and see what happens. Even if I start torrenting them later on just to say a "screw you" to the whole idea.