Which Netflix sci-fi series should you watch?

By: Bri O.
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Which Netflix sci-fi series should you watch?
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About This Quiz

Netflix's science fiction section offers a diverse variety of original shows. From dystopian themes to alternate dimensions, there's a Netflix series for every sci-fi fan. Which one should you watch? Answer these questions to find out!
Which sounds more interesting?
A series that highlights a disturbing new topic each episode.
A show that follows a small town's encounters with the paranormal.
A series that follows a connection between multiple characters across the globe.
A show that explores humanity's connection with the afterlife and larger forces.
What is your favorite sci-fi subgenre?
Dystopian fiction
Sci-fi/horror
Speculative fiction
Science fantasy
Have you seen the Netflix original webseries, "The OA"?
Yes, but it's a bit too slow-paced for me.
Yes, it isn't one of my favorites, though.
Yes, and I loved it.
No.

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Do you enjoy psychological thrillers?
I love the suspense!
I'm not interested.
Kinda, but I enjoy other genres more.
I enjoy psychology-themed movies, but not thrillers.
Who would you rather watch?
A cast that changes with each episode.
A group of kids.
A group of adults.
A strong female lead.
In what way has technology impacted humanity?
Negatively.
Neutrally.
Positively.
In a variety of ways.

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Do you believe in any government conspiracy theories?
I don't believe or not believe them. I keep an open mind.
One or two.
Yes, I'd call myself a theorist.
No.
Are you spiritual?
No.
Kinda.
Yes.
I'm religious, too.
Which is more important?
Thinking for oneself.
Family.
Human connection.
Doing no harm.

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Do you believe in an afterlife?
No.
I'm undecided on the matter.
I think there's something, I just don't know what.
Yes.
How do you feel about dystopian themes?
I'm a fan of most dystopian shows.
I'm indifferent.
It's becoming a common and consequently tired theme.
I don't like dystopian themes.
Have you watched any of "Stranger Things"?
I don't like it.
No.
Yes, and I love it.
Yes, but it's not one of my favorites.

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Do you ever feel like humanity is just a few bad decisions away from completely crumbling?
All the time.
I never thought much about it 'til now, but, yeah, it's possible.
Some of society could crumble, but not all of it.
No, I think it would be a little harder than that to destroy humanity.
Is it important for a show's cast to be diverse?
Nah, not really.
Kinda, but there are more important factors to consider.
Yes, I won't watch unless it is.
Yes, but I'll still watch shows that aren't.
Do you enjoy a bit of comedy in your sci-fi shows?
I want it to be as funny as everyday life.
Yes, I want it to be hilarious.
Sure, a bit.
I prefer it to be more on the serious side.

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How do you feel about shows that incorporate alternative dimensions and parallel universes into the plot?
I don't like them.
They're kinda cool.
They can be hard to follow at times.
I prefer to watch shows with topics like that.
Is technology easily corrupted?
Technology can be applied in any way, so yeah.
I'm indifferent.
Technology isn't the problem, people are.
I wouldn't say easily, no.
How many seasons are you hoping for?
3
Doesn't matter
2
1

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Does a good sci-fi show need a hero or protagonist?
No.
Who else would drive the plot line?
Most do.
Absolutely.
It isn't sci-fi without what?
A corrupt institution/governing body.
Science and technology, duh.
Lots of suspense.
Elements of fantasy.
Have you seen any of the Netflix original webseries, "Sense8"?
Yes, and I didn't like it much.
Yes, I think it's all right.
No.
Yes, and I love it.

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You just finished an episode. Ideally, how are you feeling?
Highly disturbed
Creeped out
Contently entertained
Intellectually intrigued
Have you ever had an N.D.E. (Near Death Experience)?
No, most people haven't.
No, but I've come close.
This is the first I'm hearing of the concept.
Yes.
Are you sensitive to graphic content?
No.
A little.
Definitely.
Certain types, yes.

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Which is cooler?
Artificial intelligence.
Monsters from an alternate dimension.
Mind control.
Being connected to the afterlife.
Have you watched any of "Black Mirror"?
No.
Yes, but it's not one of my favorites.
Yes, and I love it.
It's too disturbing for my tastes.
You'd like to watch a sci-fi series that takes place where?
The future.
The 1980s.
I don't care.
The present.

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Are you interested in shows that explore the cosmos and meaning of life?
No, that's too deep for a TV show.
I don't mind a small dose of it.
About as interested as I am in most other things.
Yes, that's super interesting to me.
Do you care more about character development and plot or the science and technology aspects?
The science and technology stuff.
Plot and character development.
I like equal parts of both.
It depends on the show.
Ideally, the show would follow the stories of how many different main characters?
3 or less
6
8
4

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