For All Mankind (Apple TV series)

[vcp]

I had noticed promos for the new AppleTV series "For All Mankind" before, but hadn't given it much thought because I had no intention of subscribing to AppleTV. But I just saw the first episode, and it is very impressive. It's an alternate history fictional account of the late '60's space race. It's not a highly technical or special effects program, but the effects that are there are very good and it seems technically correct. It's more of a 'people' story, but not over-the-top intense like 'First Man'. Interestingly, I haven't seen a single actor in it that I recognize; all are 'new' to me but all are very good. Some of the characters are historical figures (Von Braun, for example) and many are fictional.

Now, I could direct you to a trailer, but if you don't know the basic premise of the series, I recommend that you do not watch a trailer or look into a synopsis of it. If you haven't been spoiled, the opening will be a big surprise.

Apple is posting one new episode per week, every Friday. Five episodes are up so far, and season one will be ten episodes total, ending on December 20. I don't know if further seasons are planned. AppleTV has a 7-day free trial available, so it could be binged for free, but it would be well worth subscribing for a month or two just to see this series. Now, this recommendation is based upon my seeing only the first episode; it could easily go South later on. But at this point, I'm anxious to see more.

 

[Bobfly]

I’ve watched the first 5 episodes. They are Great! It’s well worth the 4.95 a month fee.

Corvette Guys are going to love the show too.

 

[vcp]

Season 2 teaser. Didn't see a date tho'

 

[Ronz Rocketz]

This is an awesome scene.

 

[georgegassaway]

Don't know if these are still free or not:

https://bgr.com/2020/04/10/apple-tv-plus-free-shows-coronavirus/
I recently bought an iPad, getting Apple tv free for a year. Currently half into "Greyhound".

Saw the whole season of For All Mankind when it came out last fall. Like it a lot. Episode 9 .....holy crap!

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[vcp]

Rewatching now. As before... don't spoil the opening for those who haven't seen it.

 

[DankMemes]

Wasn't sure she would like it, but my wife got super into it, definitely gets pretty heavy by episode 7 or so. Looking forward to the next season

 

[jimzcatz]

Saw it, Liked it, didnt have to subscribe to anything.

 

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[vcp]

Season 2 starts Feb 19. Just enough time to rewatch Season 1 (again).

Season 2 trailer:

 

[vcp]

Fourth season starts Nov 10.

Just enough time left to binge the first three seasons. (Again)

 

[Huxter]

I liked all 3 seasons so far. Would like to see more technical stuff then relationships stuff!

 

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[Huxter]

Pretty cool! Lots of science and scenery. Great lookin ships and space stations! Looks like a great season!