The Best Hard Sci-Fi Show of All-Time Was Cut Short Too Soon

While the science fiction genre has been intrinsically linked to TV, 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 still include 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 Devstells a universal story about the search for the afterlife, and it frames its story within a recognizable version of reality.