Salvation

In the face of an impending asteroid impact that will annihilate Earth in six months, a low-level Pentagon analyst and a tech mogul race against time to prevent global catastrophe. They must navigate political intrigue, scientific challenges, and personal sacrifices to save humanity from extinction. The series explores themes of faith, determinism, and the choices people make when faced with the ultimate deadline.

Salvation received a mixed reception during its run. While its high-concept premise and sense of urgency were often praised, critics frequently pointed to plot inconsistencies, character development issues, and a tendency towards melodrama as significant drawbacks. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful plot and others finding it less compelling than its premise suggested.

• Praised for its intriguing premise of an impending asteroid collision and the race against time.
• Criticized for inconsistent writing, underdeveloped characters, and often melodramatic storytelling.
• Despite its flaws, some viewers appreciated the show's suspenseful elements and exploration of a dire scenario.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Salvation are largely split, with many appreciating the show's core concept and thrilling premise. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be convoluted at times, and felt that the characters and their motivations were not always well-developed or believable. The show's ability to maintain tension throughout its run was a common point of discussion.

The series was developed from an original idea by Matt Lopez, who pitched it to CBS in 2015. It was then developed into a series by Liz Kruger and Craig Shapiro.