What to watch after The Expanse?
Now that you have binge watched The Expanse, you are probably looking for similar series to watch; here are three similar shows to binge watch below.
Overview
The Expanse was originally a Syfy hosted series, which was later picked up by Amazon Prime Video after it is believed that Jeff Bezos looked forward to seeing how the series ended.
However, ahead of the sixth season, it was confirmed that the season would mark the series finale.
For fans of the series who are seeking a similar watch, there are plenty of series that have the same themes and tropes explored in The Expanse.
To make it easy to navigate Amazon Prime Video’s extensive library, we have provided three other series on the platform to binge watch after The Expanse.
What is The Expanse?
The Expanse is a sci-fi series based on a series of novels by pseudonym duo James S.A. Corey of the same name. The screen adaptation was developed by Daniel Abraham.
The sci-fi series with political and action-adventure undertones was premised on, “In the 24th century, a group of humans untangle a vast plot which threatens the Solar System's fragile state of detente.”
In the title role was actor Steven Strait as Jim Holden. The series, despite not garnering a large following from viewers, was critically regarded as it was seen as a revisiting of once popular classic space operas due to the epic scale of the production.
What to watch after The Expanse?
The Expanse concluded its series finale season in January 2022, with a six-episode series finale. The second cancellation of the series stems from the same reason it was initially cancelled by Syfy.
Despite being well received and reviewed by television insiders, the series failed to resonate with the public. This is as it is believed that the series was continually overshadowed by more popular releases, therefore, never garnering a dedicated or strong enough cult following.
This is despite its 8.6 out of 10 rating on IMDb and a 94 percent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
In light of the series conclusion on Amazon Prime, it is only fitting that we share three of our top picks from the paid subscription video-on-demand platform, which you can binge watch.
The series might differ in the world’s that they create, however, it will provide viewers with the same undertones highlighting the current socio-political landscape.
They are also filled with action-adventure drama for those that are seeking a thrill in their viewing experience.
1. Counterpart
Rated a total of 8.1 out of 10 approval rating on IMDb, Counterpart initially premiered on Starz in 2017 as an espionage suspense thriller created by Justin Marks, which was premised on:
“A hapless UN employee discovers that the agency he works for is hiding a gateway to a parallel dimension that's in a cold war with our own, and where his other self is a top spy. The war slowly heats up thanks to spies from both sides.”
Acclaimed actor, J.K Simmons played the title character as Howard Silk. Counterpart was cancelled in 2019 after two seasons.
2. Orphan Black
Rated an 8.3 out of 10 on IMDb, Orphan Black is a sci-fi action thriller series which premiered on BBC America in 2013, and was created by Kim Coghill, Andrew de Angelis and Jeff Detsky.
The premise of the series is detailed as, “A streetwise hustler is pulled into a compelling conspiracy after witnessing the suicide of a girl who looks just like her.”
Orphan Black has a total of five seasons that were released between 2013 and 2017, before it was cancelled.
3. Vikings
Probably a surprising last pick, as the hit series does not have elements of sci-fi within its narrative. However, Vikings has a rating of 8.6 out of 10 on IMDb, matching the rating approval of The Expanse.
Created by Michael Hirst, the 2013 premiering series was premised on, “Vikings transports us to the brutal and mysterious world of Ragnar Lothbrok, a Viking warrior and farmer who yearns to explore – and raid – the distant shores across the ocean.”
The series is the one to watch after The Expanse, if you enjoyed the elements of duelling factions for territory, only this time, it is not in outer space but during European medieval times.
Final thoughts
The Expanse is one of those series that can argue that it did not get the recognition it deserved from the public as it was cancelled after six seasons, while the series of novels have a total of nine books.
The series was cancelled by Amazon Prime Video after continually being overshadowed by more popular series.
In January 2022, Amazon Prime Video shared the last of the six-episode series finale, which might have left a viewing void for fans. However, the paid subscription video-on-demand platform has a number of similar viewing options, which we have shared to get you started on your next binge.