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Geek Girl Authority
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Top 10 Underrated Sci-Fi TV Series You Should Watch
Science fiction has long captured the attention of audiences around the world. The imaginative concepts, advanced technology that seems unbelievable in many ways, and the exploration of the human condition are all reasons why sci-fi shows on Netflix and other platforms are so popular. But while titles like Star Trek have seen their due limelight, there are plenty out there that remain underrated. Our list of the best underrated sci-fi series contains some hidden gems that push boundaries and offer new perspectives. These may not be shows that you see featured in slot games at sites like Pistolo Casino , but they might just end up being better than anything you've seen before in the genre. Criteria for Selection Before jumping into our sci-fi shows list, let's go over the criteria based on which it was crafted: Critical acclaim or cult followings Innovative storytelling, strong characters, and imaginative world-building Viewer ratings across platforms like IMDB and Rotten Tomatoes Online availability A unique contribution to the genre Top 10 Best Sci-Fi TV Shows Counterpart (2017-2019) For those who enjoy mind-bending narratives, Counterpart is an excellent thriller starring J.K. Simmons. The story follows two versions of the same man living in parallel worlds. It's a tale revolving around espionage, identity, and fate, with intense performances and very layered storylines. The show is available on Prime Video and Starz, and ended after just two seasons, making it an excellent, underrated science fiction series to binge. Dark Matter (2015-2017) The show follows six people who wake up on a spaceship without any recollection of their identities or how they got there. As they start piecing together what has happened, layers of secrets and changing alliances come to light. With a balance of drama and elements of space opera, Dark Matter is among the top sci-fi shows on Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Apple TV. Fringe (2008-2013) Five seasons of unexplained phenomena is what you can expect when you watch this top Sci-Fi series. The show is about a special FBI division that investigates such events, all within a world where alternate realities and time travel is possible. If you've been a fan of The X-Files, Fringe might just feel like the next best thing out there. The Expanse (2015-2022) The Expanse makes it on our underrated Sci-Fi TV series list because of its compelling storyline where Earth, Mars, and the Asteroid Belt are about to go to war. This unique take on intergalactic war combined with politiics makes this show a definite must-watch. Travelers (2016-2018) If you're into immersive theater that takes people on a journey beyond the usual, watching Travelers is going to kick off a journey like none other. In the series, consciousness from the future is sent back to the 21st century in an attempt to prevent a catastrophic event. The problem is that all these travelers inhabit the bodies of those who are about to die. This is one of the best Sci-Fi shows streaming on Netflix, and must be watched by serious science fiction lovers. Continuum (2012-2015) A police officer from 2077 who's sent back to present-day Vancouver alongside a group of terrorists? What's not to like about that storyline? As the officer tries to stop the terrorists from changing the future, she starts questioning the system she's a part of. Most Sci-Fi TV series reviews rave about this show and its action sequences mixed with philosophical questions, making it an excellent choice. Utopia (2013-2014) The original Utopia is visually stunning, making it a worthwhile watch only for the visuals. It's a tale about a graphic novel that predicts global disasters. Whether you're looking for Sci-Fi shows on Hulu or Prime, Utopia's storyline involving pandemics, shadowy organizations, and population control, all encased in bold visuals and excellent writing is second to none. Orphan Black (2013-2017) A unique pick among our favorite science fiction TV picks, Orphan Black is the story of a woman who realizes she's just one of many clones. This leads to a web of conspiracies and questions regarding identity, autonomy, and genetics, among much more. The acting by Tatiana Maslany is excellent as she plays multiple roles and showcases her range. The OA (2016-2019) Even though The OA got canceled after just two seasons, it's a story about a blind woman who mysteriously reappears after seven years with her eyesight restored. The episodes bring together science fiction, fantasy, and metaphysical drama in a way that no other show really does. Despite its limited episodes, it's one of the best Sci-Fi series to watch on Netflix. Raised by Wolves (2020-2022) What would happen to humanity after Earth's collapse? Raised by Wolves is one of those top underrated TV shows that explores the question from a rather different perspective. On a distant planet, human children are raised by androids, raising questions about faith, artificial intelligence, and evolution. The stunning visuals are just the cherry on top of the engaging storyline. Conclusion Blockbuster TV releases obviously garner a lot of attention, there are so many lesser-known names out there that deserve more love. A lot of the time, underrated and low-budget titles have unique storytelling worthy of large audiences. So, if you're on the lookout for new Sci-Fi TV shows 2025 releases, it might be worth it to try out some older titles we've listed in this guide. You never know, you may just happen upon a cult classic that offers something mainstream releases don't. MURDERBOT Recap: (S01E06) Command Feed RELATED: On Location: The Lighterman in Apple TV+'s Slow Horses
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How to Watch Ben Affleck in ‘The Accountant 2' for Free
Decider may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Less than two months after its theatrical release, The Accountant 2 is now available to stream online. The sequel to Ben Affleck's 2016 film The Accountant is streaming exclusively for Amazon Prime Video subscribers, without a digital rental or purchase option available right now. In The Accountant 2, Affleck reprises his role as Christian Wolff, an autistic accountant and money launderer. When an old acquaintance of Christian's is murdered, it's up to him and his estranged brother Brax (Jon Bernthal) to solve the crime. J. K. Simmons and Cynthia Addai-Robinson also reprise their roles from the first film, with Daniella Pineda joining the cast. If you're reading this, it means you can stream The Accountant 2 online! Beginning June 5, The Accountant 2 is streaming exclusively on Prime Video for Prime members. All Amazon Prime subscribers can watch The Accountant 2 at no additional cost, and non-Prime members can sign up for a 30-day free trial to watch The Accountant 2 (and thousands of other Prime Video titles) for free. Amazon Prime costs $14.99/month and comes with perks like two-day free shipping, exclusive deals, and more. WATCH THE ACCOUNTANT 2 FREE ON PRIME VIDEO Ben Affleck as Christian Wolff / The Accountant, an autistic accountant who launders money for some of the most dangerous criminals in the world Jon Bernthal as Braxton, Christian's estranged brother Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Marybeth Medina, Deputy Director of the Treasury Department's FinCEN Daniella Pineda as Anaïs Allison Robertson as Justine Alison Wright as the Voice of Justine (she also played Justine in the previous film) J. K. Simmons as Raymond King, the former Director of the Treasury Department's FinCEN Robert Morgan as Burke Grant Harvey as Cobb Andrew Howard as Batu This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Writer/Reporter for Decider. Angela keeps readers up to date with cord-cutter-friendly deals, how to watch your favorite sports teams and movies on each streaming service and the very best in tech, like soundbars, to enhance your viewing experience. Not only does Angela test and compare the services, devices and merch she writes about, but she's also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech and pop culture. Prior to joining Decider and the New York Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews. For more like this, check out the Decider Shopping section.
Forbes
02-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Ben Affleck's ‘The Accountant 2' Gets Prime Video Streaming Date
Jon Bernthal and Ben Affleck in "The Accountant 2." The Accountant 2 — the sequel to Ben Affleck's 2016 original — is premiering on streaming for Prime Video subscribers this week. Find out when you watch it at home. Rated R, The Accountant 2 opened in theaters on April 25. The official summary for The Accountant 2 reads, 'Christian Wolff (Affleck) has a talent for solving complex problems. When an old acquaintance is murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message to 'find the accountant,' Wolff is compelled to solve the case. "Realizing more extreme measures are necessary, Wolff recruits his estranged and highly lethal brother, Brax (Jon Bernthal), to help. In partnership with U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they uncover a deadly conspiracy, becoming targets of a ruthless network of killers who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried.' Directed by 2016's The Accountant filmmaker Gavin O'Connor, The Accountant 2 also stars J.K. Simmons and Daniella Pineda. The Accountant 2 will premiere on Prime Video on Thursday, June 5, Amazon announced on Monday. The Prime Video-only streaming debut for The Accountant 2 isn't completely out of the ordinary since the film was produced by Amazon MGM Films. The Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Christmas movie Red One followed a similar release pattern last year when it debuted in theaters and skipped the premium video on demand route in favor of making a streaming video on demand premiere on Prime Video. For viewers who don't have Prime Video, there are a couple of options to subscribe to the service. Subscriptions to Amazon Prime are available for $14.99 or $139 per year, which includes access to Prime Video. Otherwise, Prime Video-only subscriptions are available for $8.99 per month. The Accountant 2 has earned nearly $65 million in North American theaters and $36.5 million internationally for a worldwide box office tally of $101.5 million to date against an $80 million production budget before prints and advertising, according to The Numbers. The film received a 76% 'fresh' rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on 199 reviews. The RT Critics Consensus for the film reads, 'Improving on the original by leaning into Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal's buddy comedy chemistry, The Accountant 2 can safely be filed under a good time at the movies.' The Accountant 2 also received a 92% 'fresh' score on RT's Popcornmeter based on 5,000-plus verified user ratings. The RT audience summary for the film reads, 'Affleck and Bernthal make for compelling leads in The Accountant 2, a violence-packed sequel that accrues enough humor and heart you can take to the bank.' The Accountant 2 makes its streaming video on demand debut on Prime Video on Thursday.
Screen Geek
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Screen Geek
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Rumored To Bring Back Fan-Favorite MCU Character
The long wait for the fourth Spider-Man movie set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is finally paying off. The highly-anticipated follow-up to Spider-Man: No Way Home , now titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day , is on the fast-track for production. Now a rumor suggests that a fan-favorite MCU character will be brought back for the Spider-Man sequel. While there are several characters that have frequently been part of the Spider-Man film saga, we know all too well that plans can change as easily as they come together. As such, fans are never too certain when a character will come back or be dropped out completely. Fortunately, if this rumor is to be believed, one such Marvel character will be retained for the fourth installment. Obviously, given that this is a rumor, it should be taken with a grain of salt. Though it wouldn't exactly be a stretch. According to a new rumor, fans will get to see a familiar face that goes way back to Sam Raimi's original Spider-Man trilogy which starred Tobey Maguire as the titular superhero. Specifically, Daniel Richtman claims that actor J.K. Simmons will be back as J. Jonah Jameson in Spider-Man: Brand New Day . The actor previously portrayed Jameson in all three installments of Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy before being brought back in a surprising role for 2021's Spider-Man: Far From Home . This paved the way for other familiar Raimi characters to appear in Spider-Man: No Way Home . It would certainly be exciting to have Simmons come back as his iconic character for the new Spider-Man film, not only because it provides a nice lineage of history to the Raimi trilogy, but he's always been a fantastic choice for Jameson. It'll also be a nice example of continuity for a film that is expected to have Peter Parker's life change quite a bit including the supporting characters around him. Fans will be able to see Spider-Man: Brand New Day including its returning and new characters when it hits theaters on July 31, 2026. Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional Marvel Cinematic Universe updates as we have them.
