The Best Hard Sci-Fi Show Only Lasted One Season

While the science fiction genre has been intrinsically linked to the development of the television medium, many of the most recognizable sci-fi shows of all-time contain some element of fantasy. Franchises like Star Trek, Doctor Who, The Twilight Zone, and The X-Files do contain some genuine scientific principles; however, it’s hard to consider them to be “hard sci-fi” when there are so many fantasy elements that are inherent to the premise. “Hard sci-fi” is a difficult genre to crack, as any narrative that relies upon its predictive qualities risks being out of touch if real life catches up too quickly. However, Alex Garland’s brilliant science fiction miniseries Devs told a universal story about the search for the afterlife. What distinguishes Devs from other sci-fi shows is that it frames its story within a recognizable version of reality.