Before The Boys and Heroes Reborn, there was Alphas — a grounded, character-driven sci-fi drama that imagined what life would really be like for people with extraordinary abilities. Premiering on Syfy in 2011, Alphas combined superhero fantasy with procedural drama, exploring what happens when ordinary individuals with enhanced neurological abilities are recruited by the government…
In 2017, NBC attempted something bold and refreshingly different within the superhero genre. While audiences were used to high-stakes battles, dark storylines, and world-ending threats, Powerless took a comedic approach — exploring what it’s like to be an ordinary person in a world full of extraordinary heroes and villains. Despite its clever concept and promising…
When The CW announced a reboot of the beloved late-1990s supernatural drama Charmed, fans of the original series were both curious and skeptical. Premiering in October 2018, the new Charmed promised to deliver a fresh take on the story of sisterhood, witchcraft, and battling dark forces—this time for a new generation. A New Power of…
In 2020, HBO released Lovecraft Country, a supernatural drama that pushed the boundaries of horror television. Created by Misha Green and executive produced by Jordan Peele (Get Out) and J.J. Abrams (Lost), the series adapted Matt Ruff’s 2016 novel into a daring story that mixed monsters both real and metaphorical. Despite critical praise and a…
In 2022, FX on Hulu released Kindred, a science fiction drama series adapted from the acclaimed 1979 novel by Octavia E. Butler. The show attempted to bring Butler’s groundbreaking story of time travel, race, and ancestry to television for a modern audience. Despite its ambitious themes and talented cast, Kindred only lasted one season before…
When Final Space premiered in 2018, it brought something refreshingly unique to the world of adult animation—an emotional, character-driven sci-fi space opera that balanced laugh-out-loud humor with heartbreaking stakes. Created by Olan Rogers and developed with David Sacks, the series debuted on TBS before transitioning to Adult Swim, and it quickly amassed a passionate fanbase…
In 2019, Hulu released Reprisal, a neo-noir revenge thriller created by Josh Corbin that brought a unique blend of crime drama, family conflict, and pulpy aesthetics to television. With its striking visuals, violent undertones, and morally complex characters, the series seemed poised to stand out. Unfortunately, despite its ambition and a strong cast, Reprisal only…
The tumultuous, years-long journey of the CBS action drama S.W.A.T. has officially reached its conclusion. After a remarkable run that defied two previous cancellations, the series wrapped up its eighth and final season on May 16, 2025, providing closure to the high-stakes exploits of Sergeant Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson and his elite Los Angeles 20-Squad. The…
Released in 2017, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets was one of the most ambitious science fiction films of the decade. Directed by Luc Besson (The Fifth Element), the movie promised a dazzling intergalactic adventure based on the beloved French comic series Valérian and Laureline by Pierre Christin and Jean-Claude Mézières. With its…
The massive, unexpected resurgence of the original Suits on Netflix in 2023—where it broke all-time streaming records—led to a rush to capitalize on the franchise’s new-found popularity. This urgency resulted in the quick development of a new spin-off, Suits: LA, but its run was abruptly cut short.NBC officially canceled Suits: LA after just one season,…
