Sometimes the most interesting shows go unnoticed, especially if they air at an unlucky time. That's what happened with Almost Human — a project that was canceled after its first season, even though it definitely deserved more. It's a quality sci-fi show with a solid script, a well-developed world, and a great cast. Here’s why it’s worth watching!
About the show Almost Human
The story takes place in 2048, a time when crime rates have surged by 400%. To handle the threats, police officers are forced to work alongside combat androids. The main character, Detective John Kennex, hates them, and he has a good reason. Two years ago, he was ambushed along with his partner, and the android refused to cover them, deeming the chances of survival too low. As a result, Kennex lost his leg, his partner died, and he spent 17 months in a coma.
When he returns to service, he is assigned another android partner. In a fit of anger, he simply throws it out of his car. Afterward, his superiors give him a new partner — an outdated DRN model designed to resemble a human as much as possible. These androids are emotional, capable of learning, but because of their instability, they were decommissioned. However, Kennex gets exactly such an android — Dorian.
Why it's worth watching?
This show perfectly combines sci-fi and detective story elements. The future world is thought out in great detail, but the focus remains on the characters. The show's strength lies in the dynamic between John and Dorian. Their partnership begins with animosity but gradually grows into genuine trust.
Visually, the show is impressive. The future is shown without excessive gloss, with elements of noir and retro-futurism. Technologies, costumes, weapons, and even daily life are well-designed. The action scenes are shot well, and each new episode brings an intriguing investigation.
What went wrong?
Despite all its strengths, the show was canceled after the first season. The reason is simple — it was too expensive, and the ratings didn’t meet expectations. As a result, many storylines were left unfinished. It’s disappointing, but even in this form, the show is worth watching.
Conclusion
Almost Human is one of those shows that clearly deserved a continuation. It's interesting, dynamic, with great characters and a well-developed world. If you enjoy sci-fi, cyberpunk movies, and detective stories with charismatic characters, it won't disappoint. Even knowing there wasn’t a second season, it’s definitely worth a watch.
