Netflix Is Now Streaming “One of Greatest Sci-Fi Shows of All Time” (And You’ve Never Heard of It)

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A fantastic science fiction series, often called one of the best ever made, is now available to stream on . This streamer is known for introducing great shows to a wider audience, and this one is a particularly welcome addition, now accessible in many countries.

The series features actor, known for his roles in The Hunger Games and Five Nights at Freddy’s, as a video game-loving, laid-back janitor. His life takes an unexpected turn when a game he enjoys turns out to be the key to saving the world.

The comedy series Future Man is now available to watch on Netflix in many countries, including the UK, Canada, throughout Latin America and Europe, as well as in the Nordic countries and Asia. The show was created by Howard Overman (known for Misfits and Paris Has Fallen) with Kyle Hunter and Ariel Shaffir. It’s executive produced by Evan Goldberg and stars Eliza Coupe, Derek Wilson, Ed Begley Jr., the late Glenne Headly, Seth Rogen, Haley Joel Osment, and Josh Hutcherson.

Despite not being a mainstream hit, the Hulu series Future Man built a dedicated following over its three seasons (2017-2020). What’s unusual is that the show was allowed to finish its story properly with a clear ending, rather than being abruptly cancelled. Its quality is evident in its impressive Rotten Tomatoes scores: 91% from critics and 83% from viewers. Critics praised the show’s fun, nostalgic concept, along with the strong chemistry between the actors and its delightfully silly humor, which balanced out the science fiction elements.

Audiences Hailed ‘Future Man’ as an “Absolutely Hilarious Love Letter to Sci-Fi”


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Viewers are loving the show, giving it overwhelmingly positive reviews. One user called it a “hilarious love letter to sci-fi” with a fantastic script and great chemistry between the actors, saying it was “thoroughly enjoyable.” Another praised its “off the wall comedy” as exactly what people need for a good laugh, making it their new favorite show. Some fans even went so far as to say it’s better than classics like Back to the Future, Stranger Things, OA, and Black Mirror, highlighting the brilliant writing, unpredictable plot, and heartwarming adventure. One viewer simply called it “one of the greatest comedy sci-fi series of all time.”

Okay, so Future Man just dropped on Netflix a few days ago, and I’m already hooked! But if you’re one of those people who likes to read up on things first, here’s the official rundown of what the show’s all about…

Josh Futturman is a typical janitor who spends his free time gaming. His life takes an unexpected turn when he manages to beat a video game considered impossible. Soon after, strange visitors from the future arrive, threatening the world. Josh discovers he’s the only one who can stop them, so he gathers a team and embarks on a time-traveling adventure to complete missions and save Earth from these otherworldly newcomers.

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2025-11-19 20:04