New Apple TV+ sci-fi show sounds like a winner: first reviews here

This week, Apple TV+ premieres its next big sci-fi series: Murderbot. The show stars Alexander Skarsgård as an android who just wants to be left alone to stream TV soap operas. Here’s what reviews are saying so far. Murderbot succeeds due to Alexander Skarsgård’s compelling performance, per reviews Murderbot is based on the first book in Martha Wells’ Murderbot Diaries series, “All Systems Red.” It’s a fun, quick read that sets up the universe for Wells’ many subsequent stories. You can grab it on Apple Books (Ebook / Audiobook) or Amazon (Kindle / Paperback). Now we know how well the book has been adapted ahead of Murderbot’s Apple TV+ premiere this Friday, May 16. With 15 critic reviews in so far, Murderbot has a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. General consensus is that Alexander Skarsgård and his Murderbot character are major strengths, bringing a surprisingly funny and relatable human touch. Critics found some parts of the show uneven, but still commend the foundation that’s ... Read full article.