Alter Egos
Alter Egos

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Alter Egos

2026
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
English

Geek isn’t a bad word—it’s a badge of honor. Alter Egos is a 6-part docuseries following pro and rising cosplayers as they travel the globe, build community, and transform from everyday fans into extraordinary characters.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Jordan GallandGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Action

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck graphic novel artist, navigating a mundane office job, discovers his artwork is coming to life. He must embrace his dormant superhero alter ego to confront a real-life villain and save the city. Along the way, he learns to balance his ordinary life with his extraordinary responsibilities.

Critical Reception

Alter Egos received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its low-budget aesthetic and uneven pacing to be significant drawbacks. While some appreciated its quirky premise and attempts at humor, the execution often fell short, leading to a general consensus of it being an underdeveloped indie effort.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept and charming lead performance.

  • Criticized for its inconsistent tone and underdeveloped plot.

  • Noted as an ambitious but flawed independent film.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided opinion, with some finding the film's quirky humor and superhero angle entertaining, while others found it to be confusing and lacking in polish.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around New York City, with many of the filming locations being recognizable spots within the city.

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