Murderbot: Journal d'un AssaSynth

Murderbot is a smart, character-driven sci-fi series that explores what it means to be free, sentient, and afraid of your own potential. The titular cyborg, who hacks its own governor module to gain autonomy, chooses to keep serving humans-not out of loyalty, but fear. This tension forms the emotional core of the show as Murderbot reluctantly grows to understand, and even care for, the very beings it once distrusted. Witty, introspective, and occasionally action-packed, the series balances dry humor with philosophical depth. A solid 8/10-thoughtful, fresh, and worth your time.

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This should be an amazing show. The humor, writing, and acting are all top-notch, and the visuals are fantastic. However, with only 10 episodes per season and each one running just 22 to 24 minutes, it feels frustratingly brief.

I doubt we'll ever return to the good old days of TV seasons with 22 to 26 episodes, but let's be honest-this feels severely limited. In terms of total content, it's the equivalent of just five full-length episodes. That's even less than what typical UK series offer. (Personally, I even find 10-episode seasons too compressed-it takes me a while to get truly invested).

Unfortunately, my review focuses more on this structural aspect than the creative side, simply because I believe it's the most critical (and maybe only) flaw. In my opinion, this is a misstep. Time will tell if others feel the same.

P. S. If this series were a person, I'd rename it M. Short Shorty McShortface. From ... This would be an amazing show. The humor, writing, and acting are all top-notch, and the visuals are fantastic. However, with only 10 episodes per season and each one running just 22 to 24 minutes, it feels frustratingly brief.

I doubt we'll ever return to the good old days of TV seasons with 22 to 26 episodes, but let's be honest-this feels severely limited. In terms of total content, it's the equivalent of just five full-length episodes. That's even less than what typical UK series offer. Personally, I even find 10-episode seasons too compressed-it takes me a while to get truly invested.

Unfortunately, my review focuses more on this structural aspect than the creative side, simply because I believe it's the most critical flaw. In my opinion, this is a misstep. Time will tell if others feel the same.

P. S. If this series were a person, I'd rename it M. Short Shorty McShortface.. from Shortistan..... on planet Shortia.

I "read" the books from Audible. I am a big fan.

This adaptation although somewhat faithful is just not as good as the books I read. Ther's something off and I can't figure it out.

The author, Martha Wells, wrote some complex characters that complement each other.

I feel like this adaptation makes light of their character traits and tries to turns everything into a joke. Would be jokes if it was funny, but it's just cringe inducing at times.

The episodes length is definitely bad. Almost feels like they cut it like that to run the show for more weeks in order to milk out more subscription money... At this point, I'll just wait for the season to be over and watch it in one go.

I hope they make a second season and improve on what they have. The story is only beginning. I can't wait to meet ART and see Preservation.

Murderbot was actually better than I expected. I thought it would be an entertaining series since Alexander Skarsgård was starring in it. He's a very good actor who usually stars in stuff I enjoy. I'm also a sci-fi fan and this has an original story I've never seen before. Even though it's a good show that was a lot funnier than I expected, the main reason it worked was because of the performance from Skarsgård. That's not saying the rest of the cast wasn't good, the show wouldn't be nearly as good without the solid performances from the supporting cast. It's just that Skarsgård was perfect for this role. Murderbot builds a very unique and interesting world that you will have fun watching.

I think it's a great show. I'm in love with murderbot. My only complaint is how short the episodes are. They should have done like 5 episodes and 40 minutes per. If anyone wants to watch this series. Wait for it to fully release then binge watch it. Waiting weekly is torture.

My buddy did read the book and he was mad that murderbot was showing his face, but to me that added a level of awkward moments that made the pacing work better.

The budget for the show is clearly great. It was very well put together. It is the first thing that I watch when getting home from work on Friday. That should give you enough to give it a go.