It was a retelling of Sherlock Holmes, that’s the biggest reason.

first let me say your opinion is valid, and it's ok to not like stuff or disagree with the majority. for me, i just really liked the character of house, someone who would do anything even if it violates the law or ethics in order to chase a high, whether it be the vicodin or the solution to the puzzle. there were some parts i didn't enjoy but i just always found him an enticing character to watch and see what boundary he would violate next.