The sci-fi genre can be extremely varied, with excellent TV shows for everyone, from lifelong fans to new viewers. While there are some mind-bending sci-fi shows that you have to be a genius to understand , there are also simpler ones that follow the popular monster-of-the-week format. There are even great shows for people who don't like sci-fi , incorporating other genres.

The best sci-fi TV shows of all time are often so successful that they spark franchises that last for decades, but starting a new and sprawling franchise with multiple spinoffs can be overwhelming. On the other hand, anthologies and more straightforward series are often great places for new sci-fi viewers to start , as they offer more contained stories, covering one theme at a time.

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