Michael Sheen’s “excellent” ’50s-set drama is leaving Prime Video soon – don’t miss out!

Michael Sheen’s “excellent” 1950s-set drama Masters of Sex is leaving Prime Video soon.

Introduced in 2013, this series features actors portraying the actual trailblazers in the field of human sexuality research – Dr. William Masters and Virginia Johnson, played by Charlie Sheen and Lizzie Caplan respectively.

Following Thomas Maier’s biography with the same title, “Masters of Sex” delves into the extraordinary lives, romantic entanglements, and cultural influence of Masters and Johnson.

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In the upcoming 30 days, all four seasons of the show are set to depart from Prime Video. This means that enthusiasts in the United Kingdom and Ireland should hurry up and finish their binges if they wish to watch the entire series before it’s gone.

The program has been well-received both by critics and viewers, and it’s currently leading Prime Video’s list of popular TV series.

According to Rotten Tomatoes, the show boasts an impressive 90% rating based on 58 critic reviews, largely due to its skilful treatment of the themes it presents.

The esteemed publication, The Guardian, praised Masters of Sex as a top-notch television series that delves into the sexual issues prevalent during its time.

As a gamer, I’d put it like this: “This series truly shines with its unique blend of honesty and compassion. Despite its relentless exploration of sexual complexities and truth-telling, Masters of Sex manages to pack a real emotional punch, making it stand out among other shows.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, “Masters of Sex” swiftly discards any initial expectations about its nature as a show, and in doing so, raises the camera’s viewpoint from the chest to the mind.

The article in Us Weekly found this fact-based drama to be both thought-provoking and stimulating, particularly when it highlighted how the discoveries served as a catalyst for the women’s liberation movement.

The captivating series ‘Masters of Sex,’ featuring excellent performances, is both a narrative about an unusual pairing and a reflection of a society maturing,” wrote The Denver Post.

The review from The Washington Post stated that it is unusual for a program to sense the audience’s desires and fulfill them, but in the case of Masters of Sex, this was exactly what occurred as they continued watching.

Masters of Sex is streaming on Prime Video for the next 30 days.

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2025-09-02 17:49