

Almost Human
Mark Fisher disappeared from his home in a brilliant flash of blue light almost two years ago. His friend Seth Hampton was the last to see him alive. Now a string of grisly, violent murders leads Seth to believe that Mark is back, and something evil is living inside of him.
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Plot Summary
In a futuristic world where androids have become commonplace and integrated into society, Detective John Kennex, a decorated officer who lost a leg and his partner in a combat mission, is assigned a new partner. This new partner is an advanced, highly intuitive android named Dorian. Together, they tackle the city's most challenging crimes, navigating the complex relationship between humans and sentient machines.
Critical Reception
Almost Human received a mixed to positive reception during its initial broadcast. Critics often praised the show's premise, visual effects, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Karl Urban and Michael Ealy. However, some found the storylines to be somewhat derivative of other sci-fi procedurals, and the show struggled with consistent viewership, leading to its cancellation after one season.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its compelling sci-fi premise and slick production values.
- Noted for strong performances from Karl Urban and Michael Ealy.
- Criticized by some for predictable plotlines and a lack of originality.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Almost Human' to be an entertaining and well-produced science fiction series with an engaging central relationship between its human and android detectives. Many appreciated the show's futuristic setting and action sequences.
Fun Fact
The pilot episode was directed by J.J. Abrams, who is known for his work on 'Lost,' 'Fringe,' and the Star Trek and Star Wars film franchises.
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