3 Sci-fi Shows You Shouldn’t Miss on Netflix
From The Twilight Zone to Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, the legacy of science-fiction genre is continuing to grow more than ever. If you’re into sci-fi and supernatural genre, Netflix has a ton of options to offer. Check out our top 3 picks that you shouldn’t miss on Netflix:
Doctor Who: Doctor Who is the most prototypical sci-fi series which even set a benchmark for the successors of the genre. The saga of the Doctor, who travels around in a time machine, embraces all sci-fi elements in just the right way. The self-proclaimed Doctor is a mysterious alien — a “Time Lord” — who decides to leave his planet Gallifrey and explore the universe on-board a time machine “The TARDIS”. What follows next is his crazy adventure to various planets and galaxies to fight evil and aid the oppressed, where he can “regenerate” and take on new faces. It’s a classic masterpiece which will keep you engaged over a few weekends.
Why you should watch it: Doctor Who is one of sci-fi classics which explores time travel and shape shifting. If you’re a true fan of the genre, you’ll definitely love it!
Stranger Things: Netflix has released a number of originals lately, but Stranger Things is definitely a standout. It’s a fusion of everything you could love about sci-fi genre — advanced technologies, life in the other dimension, and supernatural occurrences. In the opening episode, a boy named Will Byers goes missing after which things only get more intriguing. There are government conspiracies, a young girl who possesses telekinetic powers (yes, she is incredible!), and a parallel universe which houses a terrifying monster. Anchored by Winona Ryder and David Harbour’s amazing performances, Stranger Things hits every note to be the perfect weekend-binge.
Why you should watch it: It has an amazing soundtrack and retro vibe with ’80s references galore. So if you love old gadgets and technology, the show is a must-watch.
Sense8: Centering on the lives of 8 people scattered across the globe, Sense8 is a sensational sci-fi drama which will keep you on the edge of your seat. Over the course of the show, all the eight characters who are called “sensates” find themselves psychically linked to each other. Not only this, they are also attuned to each other’s emotions. This mystical link drives the show which further explores gender identity and sexuality. With wandering plot lines filmed on location around the world, the show projects a solid dose of sci-fi and supernatural elements which will keep you intrigued throughout.
Why you should watch it: Sense8 is the first TV series created by illustrious Wachowski siblings, Lana and Lilly, directors of the “Matrix” trilogy and “Cloud Atlas.” If you enjoy modern fantasy and conspiracy theories, Sense8 is definitely your cup of tea.
So, what are you waiting for? Go and add these to your Netflix queue and start binging!
