As 2025’s line-up of TV shows continues to take shape, there are plenty of great sci-fi shows on the horizon. This includes some shows which are returning after long waits, likeAndorandSeverance,and some exciting new concepts, likeAlien: EarthandBlade Runner 2099,both of which are bringing huge movie franchises to the small screen for the first time. Sci-fi fans will have a wealth of options to choose from in 2025.
Many of themost exciting shows of 2025happen to be sci-fi shows, likeStranger Thingsseason 5 andBlack Mirrorseason 7. These shows range from comedies to dark sci-fi horror shows, so there could be something for all fans of the genre to enjoy. Although it’s still too soon for many of these shows to have set release dates, it’s still a relief to see that they have committed to a 2025 release window, since some of them have been away for three years or more.
The writers have stated that the plan has always been to produce about seven seasons.
For All Mankindimagines an alternative history in which the space race never slowed down, and the Russians beat the Americans to the first lunar landing. Each season ofFor All Mankindleaps forward a decade into the future. If this trend continues, season 5 will take place in the 2010s. The writers have stated that the plan has always been to produce about seven seasons, so things could get even weirder as the timeline moves into the 2020s and beyond.
After an electric first season,Invincibletook a long time to deliver season 2. Fans won’t have to endure a long wait this time round, as season 3 is coming out in February.Invincibleis based on the comic book series by Robert Kirkman, and its two seasons so far have produced a bloodier and more violent alternative to most other superhero movies and TV shows. It also has plenty of fun sci-fi concepts to keep things fresh, like cloning, alternate realities and some unique superpowers.
Invincibleseason 3 will pick up after Mark’s defeat of Angstrom Levy, as he becomes more powerful and more important to Cecil’s plans. He also has issues in his personal life, and his will-they-won’t-they relationship with Eve will likely shape a lot of season 3.The trailer shows that Cecil could become season 3’s main villain, which would force Mark to reckon with his father’s philosophy once again. There’s still very little news about theInvinciblelive-action movie, although it remains in development.
8Blade Runner 2099
Amazon Prime Video, Release Date TBA
Blade Runner 2049’s underwhelming box office performance made a sequel seem unlikely, butBlade Runner 2099will carry on the franchise in a TV format. It seems unlikely that any of the movie’s characters will return for the show, since several new cast members have already been announced, with Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer being the biggest names. This suggests thatBlade Runner 2099will focus on a new story within the same universe.
Blade Runner 2099: Everything We Know So Far About the Sequel Series
Blade Runner 2099 is officially happening, and this is everything we know so far.
Blade Runner 2099recently wrapped filming, so a release date still seems a long way off, but the show is slated to arrive at some point in 2025. Although many cast members have been revealed, the story remains a mystery. It’s possible that the show will follow one or more blade runners as they hunt down replicants, but this is purely speculation, and it will remain so until a trailer or some plot details are released.No matter what the show is about, the prospect of returning to the strange dystopia is reason enough for fans to be excited.
7Daredevil: Born Again
Disney+, March 4
Daredevilwas probably the most popular Marvel Netflix show, so fans will be excited to see Charlie Cox and the rest of the cast returning forDaredevil: Born Againon Disney+. The show has been in development for at least three years, but its release date is finally approaching.Born Againwill be a continuation ofDaredevil,with the added bonus that it connects to the rest of the MCU.
SinceDaredevil: Born Againis part of the MCU, there have been several rumors that the Disney+ show could have some big guest stars.
SinceDaredevil: Born Againis part of the MCU, there have been several rumors that the Disney+ show could have some big guest stars, with other heroes or Marvel villains crossing paths with Matt Murdock in Hell’s Kitchen. It will be interesting to see how much the show changes to adapt to its new surroundings, but the return of most of the key cast members suggests it will largely stick to the same game plan as the Netflix show.Season 2 has already been confirmed.
6Alien: Earth
FX, Release Date TBA (Summer)
TheAlienfranchise’s first TV show has been a long time coming. Ever since Disney acquired the rights to 20th Century Fox in 2019, they have had plans to expand the franchise. AfterAlien: Romulus, the next step isAlien: Earth,which will be on FX in summer. Some story details have been revealed, but the cryptic teaser trailer doesn’t give anything away. It could hint at the dark tone of the show, however.
Fargoshowrunner Noah Hawley seems to be leaning into the horror genre withAlien: Earth.Set in 2120, the show will follow a group of soldiers who discover the ruins of an alien vessel. This puts it afterPrometheusin theAlienfranchise timeline, but just two years before the events of the originalAlienmovie. It’s possible thatAlien: Earthwill directly lead intoAlien,with the Weyland-Yutani Corporation sending the Nostromo to acquire a xenomorph specimen after seeing its destructive potential on Earth.
After the excruciating four-year gap between seasons 5 and 6,Black Mirrorseems to be back to more regular programming, with season 7 confirmed for 2025. After season 6 included some unusual episodes that veered into fantasy and horror without any sci-fi, Charlie Brooker has stated that season 7 will be a return to"OG Black Mirror,“as he puts it. There will be six episodes in total, two of which Brooker describes as feature-length.
There will be six episodes in total, two of which Charlie Brooker describes as feature-length.
Five of the new episodes are being kept quiet, but fans can look forward to a sequel to season 4’s “USS Callister,” with Jesse Plemons, Cristin Milioti and the rest of the cast returning. “USS Callister” is one of thebestBlack Mirrorepisodes, so it’s a good choice for the anthology show’s first sequel.Other actors confirmed forBlack Mirrorseason 7 include Awkwafina, Paul Giamatti, Peter Capaldi, Issa Rae and Rashida Jones.
The Last of Usis HBO’s first video game adaptation, but it’s among the very best video game adaptations on TV. The show stays faithful to the story of the games, which is a wise move since the narrative is one of the game’s biggest strengths. This means that people who have played the games can already guess most of whatThe Last of Usseason 2will cover, but the show promises a few surprises.
Ahead of season 2, HBO has announced thatThe Last of Ushas a third season in development too.
Ahead of season 2, HBO has announced thatThe Last of Ushas a third season in development too. This suggests that the show will begin to deviate from the narrative of the games, since there are only two games.The Last of Usseason 2 will supposedly contain some stories related to the main narrative that don’t necessarily play out on-screen.Kaitlyn Dever has been cast as Abby, a key character in season 2, while Catherine O’Hara has also joined the cast in an undisclosed role.
Severanceseason 1 was quickly recognized as one of the best Apple TV+ shows, but it has taken an irritating amount of time for season 2 to finally arrive. Fans could be forgiven for needing aSeveranceseason 1 recapbefore diving into the second batch of episodes, but it would be hard to forget the cliffhanger that ends the season, as Mark discovers that his wife is still alive, and that he’s been working with her at Lumon all along.
Severanceseason 2 sees Mark and his co-workers back at Lumon, meaning that their “outies” decided to return to work despite learning of the perverse horrors of Lumon Industries' severed floor. They could attempt to escape once more, and Mark could be motivated to find more answers about his wife. The trailer promises more sci-fi weirdness, more dark humor, and new stars including Bob Balaban and Alia Shawkat.
Stranger Thingshas been one of Netflix’s flagship shows since its debut back in 2016, but it’s finally coming to an end in 2025 with its fifth season. The show’s fourth season left a lot of ground to cover, with Vecna defeated but not yet killed, and all manner of new horrors now looming over Hawkins. Eleven and Vecna’s battle will come to a conclusion in one way or another when season 5 is released.
Stranger Things Season 5: Everything We Know
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SinceStranger Thingsseason 5 wrapped filming in December, it probably won’t hit Netflix until the second half of 2025. To fuel speculation, the show has released the titles of each of the final season’s eight episodes, although episode 2 - “The Vanishing of _” - is partially redacted. The series finale is titled “The Rightside Up,” which seems to hint towards a restoring of the natural order and a final battle to protect Hawkins from the Upside Down.
Disney’sStar Warsshows have been a mixed bag, butAndorstands out as a shining light. Cassian Andor seemed like an odd choice for a spinoff, since theRogue Onecharacter doesn’t have the broad appeal of more famous characters from earlierStar Warsmovies, but the lack of expectations has givenAndormore freedom to tell its story. Season 1 contains elements of crime, espionage and political drama, and it also has plenty of thrilling sci-fi action.
Andorwas originally envisioned as a five-season story, but Disney has confirmed that season 2 will end the show.
Andoris one of many excitingupcomingStar Warsprojects, and fans have had to wait three years for season 2.The story will span four years as the Rebel Alliance continues to develop, so there’s a chance that more characters fromRogue Oneor otherStar Warsmovies could make an appearance.Andorwas originally envisioned as a five-season story, but Disney has confirmed that season 2 will end the show by leading directly into the events ofRogue One.Hopefully, less is more.
