Masters of Science Fiction

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  • 2007
  • 1 Season
  • 6.7  (2,184)

Masters of Science Fiction was an anthology series that aired on ABC in 2007. The show featured a different sci-fi story each episode, with a focus on exploring the human condition in the context of futuristic technology and scientific advancements. Each episode was based on a short story written by a renowned science fiction author, such as Harlan Ellison, Robert Heinlein, and John Kessel. The show's executive producer, Stephen Hawking, also contributed an original story to the series.

The series was hosted by renowned physicist and author Stephen Hawking, who provided a brief introduction to each episode and offered his perspective on the scientific concepts depicted in the show.

The show's cast included a number of well-known actors, including Anne Heche, Malcolm McDowell, Sam Waterston, Terry O'Quinn, and Judy Davis. Each episode also featured a diverse range of emerging young actors.

One of the standout episodes of the series was "The Discarded," based on a short story by Harlan Ellison. The episode was set in a future where a person's worth was determined by their ability to contribute to society. Those deemed worthless were discarded and sent to live in a wasteland outside the city. The episode explored themes of prejudice, discrimination, and the dehumanization of society.

Another memorable episode was "A Clean Escape," based on a short story by John Kessel. The episode starred Sam Waterston as an elderly man suffering from dementia who is given a experimental treatment that allows him to relive his memories. The episode raised questions about the ethics of memory manipulation and the nature of identity and consciousness.

Overall, Masters of Science Fiction was a thought-provoking, well-crafted series that explored important social and philosophical issues through the lens of science fiction. Though the show only lasted for six episodes, it left a lasting impression on viewers and remains a standout example of the genre on television.

Masters of Science Fiction is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (6 episodes). The series first aired on August 4, 2007.

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Seasons
Little Brother
6. Little Brother
November 29, 2007
In the future, courtrooms are automated. In front of a kiosk that is judge, jury and executioner, a man must convince the machine of his innocence.
Watchbird
5. Watchbird
November 22, 2007
In the not too distant future, Watchbird robots, previously used as unmanned weapons for the military, are assigned to aid police forces in a small number of test cities. Their task is to prevent killing before it happens. However, soon everyone discovers the fragile formula of life and death.
The Discarded
4. The Discarded
August 25, 2007
A group of people sentenced to drift in space forever take one final chance at returning to Earth when they can no longer accept their situation.
Jerry Was a Man
3. Jerry Was a Man
August 18, 2007
When the seventh richest couple in the world acquires an anthropoid worker named Jerry as a pet, their lives take a sudden turn.
The Awakening
2. The Awakening
August 11, 2007
Based on a short story by Howard Fast, U.S. soldiers discover a mysterious casualty in war-torn Baghdad that cannot be identified as human.
A Clean Escape
1. A Clean Escape
August 4, 2007
In a post-apocalyptic future, a doctor is charged with uncovering the mysteries hidden within the mind of a man who is suffering from memory loss.
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Where to Watch Masters of Science Fiction
Masters of Science Fiction is available for streaming on the ABC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Masters of Science Fiction on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Tubi TV and Plex.
  • Premiere Date
    August 4, 2007
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (2,184)