The 7 Best Sci-Fi Shows of the 2020s (So Far)

Science fiction continues to be incredibly popular heading into 2026, with several exciting new shows grabbing attention. A major focus is the upcoming adaptation of William Gibson’s classic cyberpunk novel, Neuromancer, which many thought would never make it to the screen. Plus, with shows like Blade Runner 2099 and the Star City spinoff of For All Mankind, sci-fi is proving it will stay a leading genre in entertainment. Now that we’re past the halfway point of the 2020s, we can already see which sci-fi series have truly innovated and will likely be considered classics for years to come.

5 Mind-Bending Modern Sci-Fi Shows You Need to Watch

The best TV shows blend exciting action with genuine emotion. They put characters in difficult situations, throw in unexpected twists, and can completely change the story at any moment. These shows are smart, entertaining, and consistently surprising. If you enjoy suspense, mystery, and thought-provoking ideas that stay with you after you finish watching, these five series are definitely worth checking out.

2026’s First Essential Sci-Fi Series Returns with Great News for Fans

Created by Dan Fogelman and featuring Sterling K. Brown and James Marsden, the first season of Paradise received high praise, with an 86% rating from critics and an 84% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. This Hulu series is set in a massive underground bunker in Colorado, three years after a catastrophic event. The story follows Secret Service agent Xavier Collins as he investigates the president’s murder, but he soon becomes a suspect himself. As Xavier digs for the truth, he struggles to determine who he can trust, ultimately uncovering a shocking revelation. The second season finds Xavier searching for his wife on the surface while facing danger from those still inside the bunker.

Shonen Jump’s Spiritual Successor to Dandadan Will End Next Week

The manga series Aliens, Baseball, And Civilization, known for its unique blend of everyday life and extraterrestrial elements similar to Momo and Okarun, will conclude with its thirty-fourth chapter this month. Created by Teito Heji and Sai Yamagishi, the story follows Takatsugi and Niina. While it shares similarities with Dandadan in introducing aliens to a normal world, it focuses less on action, and more on character interaction. It’s a bit disappointing that the series, which also incorporates the world of baseball, is ending before its intriguing universe could be further developed.