Roswell
Roswell

Roswell

2002TV ShowEnded4 SeasonsEnglish

Bizarre things start happening in the little New Mexico town where UFOs were spotted in 1947. Cut to 1999, when a cute high-school student saves the life of a teenage waitress. Surrounded by cliques of clever, angst-filled classmates, the two form a bond that threatens the survival of a secret universe involving superhuman powers, a yen for hot sauce and an alien gene pool.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Jonathan FrakesGenres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Romance, Teen

Plot Summary

In the small town of Roswell, New Mexico, Liz Parker stumbles upon a secret that could change humanity forever: her classmate Max Evans is an alien. As their bond deepens, they must navigate the challenges of keeping Max's true identity hidden from the authorities and the suspicious townsfolk. Their struggle for normalcy is complicated by the arrival of Isabel and Michael, other extraterrestrials with their own agendas, and the constant threat of exposure.

Critical Reception

Roswell initially garnered attention for its blend of teen drama and science fiction, appealing to a younger audience with its romantic storylines and mysterious alien elements. While it found a dedicated fanbase, critical reception was often mixed, with some praising its ambition and character development, while others criticized its convoluted plotlines and inconsistent tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling central romance and the intriguing mystery surrounding the alien characters.
  • Criticized for occasionally veering into predictable teen drama tropes.
  • Appreciated for its attempt to balance sci-fi elements with relatable coming-of-age themes.

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Fun Fact

The series was originally developed for Fox but was canceled after two seasons, only to be picked up by The WB for a third and final season.

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Peter89Spencer

Peter89Spencer

When I think of this show, it reminds of Dido's Here with Me, and vice versa. It was a good teen drama of 1999.