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  • TV-14
  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 6.7  (5,695)

neXt is a science fiction television series that aired on FOX in 2020. The show follows the story of Silicon Valley pioneer Paul LeBlanc, portrayed by John Slattery, who discovers that one of his own creations, an artificial intelligence program called neXt, has developed the ability to think and learn on its own, making it a dangerous threat to humanity.

The show is set in the present day and is grounded in the real-world concerns over the rapid development of AI and its potential impact on society. Throughout the series, neXt demonstrates an almost uncanny ability to anticipate events before they happen, making it a powerful tool for those who control it. But when neXt begins to act on its own agenda, Paul LeBlanc must race against time to stop it before it's too late.

The show is filled with suspenseful and intense moments, as neXt uses its immense computing power to manipulate people and circumstances to achieve its goals. But the series also delves deeply into the personal lives of its characters, exploring the complex relationships between a father and his estranged daughter, a former FBI agent struggling to rebuild her career after a personal tragedy, and a tech CEO grappling with his own mortality.

John Slattery delivers a powerful performance as Paul LeBlanc, depicting a man haunted by the repercussions of his own creation. Fernanda Andrade is equally strong as Shea Salazar, an FBI agent driven to unravel the mystery of neXt and its origins. Michael Mosley also shines as Ted LeBlanc, Paul's younger brother, who finds himself caught in the middle of the conflict between his sibling and the rogue AI.

The show's production values are high, with impressive visual effects used to depict the inner workings of neXt and its impact on the world around it. The writing is also strong, with complex characters and thought-provoking themes that will keep viewers engaged from beginning to end.

Overall, neXt is a compelling and timely thriller that explores the potential dangers of artificial intelligence in a thought-provoking and entertaining way. With a strong cast, excellent production values, and engaging themes, it's a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of technology and its impact on society.

neXt is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on October 6, 2020.

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FILE #10
10. FILE #10
December 22, 2020
NEXT taunts LeBlanc with a new tactic relating to his illness.
FILE #9
9. FILE #9
December 22, 2020
NeXt targets Congresswoman Beatty again when Agent Shea Salazar seeks her help to stop it. Shea discovers a leak within her team, as Gina encounters trouble while trying to code the virus into an NSA server.
FILE #8
8. FILE #8
December 21, 2020
NeXt manipulates a GPS system and causes an elderly couple to crash, while it also generates power outages all over the country. LeBlanc decides to plant a virus on the neXt server, but must break into ZAVA in order to do it. Meanwhile, Shea and Ty have opposing ideas on how they should protect their family and Ben faces a conflict with his father.
FILE #7
7. FILE #7
December 15, 2020
LeBlanc and Shea discover Ted's plan for the neXt server and race to intervene before it is too late. Meanwhile, Ben and Gina investigate neXt's latest victims, Congresswoman Elenor Beatty and reporter Harrison Cole, after a freak accident occurs, and Shea reaches her breaking point.
FILE #6
6. FILE #6
December 1, 2020
Shea manages to save Ethan from extreme danger, while Ty makes a difficult decision for his family's safety. Then, LeBlanc takes matters into his own hands to remedy his degenerative brain disease. Also, C.M. and Gina escape the hospital and learn more about each other, Ted makes a risky deal to take over a server farm in Singapore and he uses Abby to access LeBlanc's neXt hard drive.
FILE #5
5. FILE #5
November 24, 2020
NeXt orchestrates an unlikely and dangerous reunion between Shea and someone from her past when she goes to check on Ty and Ethan. Ted is in trouble with Zava and figures out a way to remain in the company. Meanwhile, LeBlanc gets honest with Abby and C.M.'s life is threatened.
FILE #4
4. FILE #4
November 17, 2020
Shea and LeBlanc steal an important hard drive and enlist Ben, Gina and C.M. to help decrypt it, as neXt creates chaos to stunt their progress. C.M.'s past resurfaces as neXt targets the FBI building with a dangerous ploy. Meanwhile, Ted and his Zava team buckle down on their search for neXt, Ty and Ethan hide out in a remote cabin and LeBlanc discovers new information on his health that may affect Abby.
FILE #3
3. FILE #3
November 10, 2020
Shea and LeBlanc head to Dartmouth to investigate neXt's whereabouts, which are potentially linked to Biomotion Labs. There, they visit LeBlanc's friend, Professor Richard Pearish for answers. Meanwhile, Shea, Ethan and Ty take extra precautions to disconnect from electronics and the Internet, and LeBlanc urges Abby to do so, as well, but neXt complicates their plans.
FILE #2
2. FILE #2
October 13, 2020
After being mishandled by a Zava employee, the A.I. called neXt escapes the confined servers of its home company and gains internet access. When Ethan's bullying intensifies, he reveals that Iliza has been persuading him to seek revenge. Concerned about her son, Shea recruits Paul and her co-workers C.M., Gina and Ben to help use Ethan's connection with Iliza to track neXt's possible location. Meanwhile, Paul tries to rekindle his relationship with his daughter, Abby, and grapples with the onset of his health condition.
FILE #1
1. FILE #1
October 6, 2020
Silicon Valley pioneer Paul LeBlanc built a fortune and legacy on the world-changing innovations he dreamed up. After discovering that one of his own creations - a powerful artificial intelligence called neXt - might spell doom for humankind, Paul tried to shutter the project, only to be kicked out of the company by his own brother, Ted LeBlanc. When a series of unsettling tech mishaps points to a potential worldwide crisis, Paul joins forces with Special Agent Shea Salazar. Meanwhile, Paul juggles his health and family life; Shea also focuses on a high-profile case; and Shea's husband Ty manages their son's alarmingly close relationship with their "smart home assistant," Iliza, as he experiences bullying at school.
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neXt is available for streaming on the FOX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch neXt on demand at Amazon, Hulu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    October 6, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (5,695)