The War of the Worlds
Seen it?2019 | 1 seasons | 55 min | Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With mixed reviews and a lukewarm 6.6 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for sci-fi fans.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two, hour-long episodes, about 3 hours in all.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-14: peril. Probably too much for younger kids.
In Edwardian England, George and his partner Amy attempt to defy society and start a life together as they face the escalating terror of an alien invasion, fighting for their lives against an enemy beyond their comprehension.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
Mixed reviews
- AudiencesBelow par
6.6 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Limited series that reached a modest audience; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 76K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Created by Peter Harness
- Eleanor TomlinsonAmy
- Rafe SpallGeorge
- Robert CarlyleOgilvy
- Rupert GravesFrederick