It is not uncommon that with so much drama in the world from time to time we feel like taking refuge in alternative stories, those that narrate a somewhat happier, or different, dystopian future , so it never hurts to find an escape route through the Science fiction. And if we talk about series, on HBO Max we have a few that have been arriving over the last few years and that are really a must-watch.
The best science fiction series
So from the entire catalogue, which is very well nourished (it must be said), we have selected 20 so that you have a good sampler from which to choose adventures of all kinds: dystopias of the future, utopias of the present, completely invented fantastic worlds and others. that seem very real, but that hide incredible and unspeakable secrets.
Are you willing to stick to some good weekend marathons? Well, here we leave you 20 titles for you to enjoy on HBO Max. Here we go…
Westworld
What to say about what is HBO Max’s reference science fiction series . With four seasons behind it (the last one still premiering chapters), it tells us a story about theme parks where robots live that are practically real and that one day become aware and decide to go live their own lives… even in the outside world. Based on a book by Michael Crichton that continues to give a lot to talk about.
The Leftovers
One of the creators of Lost launched almost a decade ago to make a very strange series, which touches on such dramatic themes as loss, faith and love to surrender to a background full of science fiction and impossible situations. Of course, after three seasons things will be well resolved and explained.
Station Eleven
A story as current as it is terrifying that leads the world to a kind of apocalypse due to the spread of an extraordinarily deadly flu. The survivors will have to reimagine the world they have left and how to rebuild it…if that’s possible.
Raised by wolves
Moving and suggestive plot that tells us the story of two androids who have the task of raising human children on a virgin planet where they will not be exempt from terrible dangers. The relationship between the two parts will be basic to know what differentiates machines from people.
the pitch
One day, in Los Angeles, a huge hole appears that swallows everyone who is on it but, curiously, it does not end their lives, but transports them to a wild world full of vegetation and creatures that will force them to have to adapt quickly. Meanwhile, the relatives who have remained in the city will try to rescue them.
Manifest
What would happen if after getting off a flight you discover that more than five years have passed since you took it? This series, which has already been running for three seasons, goes through the problems that events like this would cause where people who believe they have lost partners, children or parents rebuild their lives in an almost forced way to meet again, again, with them some time later.
Naomi
Naomi is a kind of Ms. Marvel: a teenager, a lover of comics and who believes that her destiny is special. A supernatural event will come to convince Naomi that she has an important role to play and that, now, she has the weapons to put her plans into motion.
The Nevers
A group of Victorian women, from the 19th century, suddenly find themselves with a series of inexplicable and supernatural abilities almost at the same time that some fearsome enemies appear who will radically change the world with their actions. At the helm of the series, Joss Whedon, the director of the first two Avengers movies.
The Walking Dead
What to say about one of the most iconic series on television , which tells us the story of a world hit by a plague of zombies where human beings have to break through and survive. Authentic serial phenomenon that has given for several spin-offs and everything. Haven’t you seen it yet?
DMZ
A civil war in the US causes an apocalypse that forces Manhattan to become one of the few demilitarized zones in the entire country. There, the protagonist will have to make her way in a world determined to destroy itself and that seems to peer into an abyss from which she will never be able to escape.
DEVS
A young computer engineer investigates the disappearance of her boyfriend, who she believes is the work of the company she works for. Her futuristic touch and her narrative make her a little gem that won’t take too long to see, since it barely lasts one season.
Future-man
Saving humanity will be the ultimate goal of Josh Futturman, a janitor who is chosen by visitors from the future to travel through time. Although soon you will know that things are not as random as they seem.
Avenue 5
Fun series that looks like an adaptation of Holidays at sea but in space. A ship with its captain, his crew and some stranger travelers where we will soon see that inexplicable events are taking place. A little gem that you should give a little more attention to.
The dark matter
Based on the universe of Golden Compass (by Philip Pullman), we will learn about the search for a kidnapping and a hero who, arrived from another world, will risk his life to uncover a sinister plan that involves other missing children and a strange phenomenon known as Dust. .
Made for Love
Two chips, one implanted in her head and one in his, supposedly synchronizing them and making them think the same way. But what if that idyllic relationship turns into a nightmare? Well, here you have the answer: Made for love.
The originals
Klaus, the protagonist, is a mix between a vampire and a werewolf who decides to return to New Orleans to investigate the news that a huge plot is being prepared against him within the city. More science fiction but this time in its variant with classic monsters.
Fringe
The ration of crimes and strange events that must be investigated from an agency as traditional as the FBI could not be missing. A special agent, Olivia Dunham, will be the one who discovers that there are strange things that do not fit in each case, although one of her companions, the scientist Walter Brishop, will be the one who can see the light among so much darkness.
The boys with no destiny
Four kids, an excursion and an event that will change their lives forever. And yes, we talk about various realities, trips and everything you can think of, although with a certain dramatic touch at times.
Runaways
Six teenagers who hardly feel like holding on will make the decision to join forces to fight a common enemy: their parents. Marvel Magic available on HBO Max.
Legends of tomorrow
DC does its bit to show us a new group of heroes who don’t know they have to join forces to fight evil until a time traveler arrives who reminds them: Rip Hunter. If you want to meet a new batch of comic book characters, this is your chance.