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How Much Would It Cost To Buy A TV In 1966 Vs. 2026?

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:17:00 +0000

The world has changed a lot in the last six decades, and it's not just costs and inflation. The media landscape has also changed how we actually watch TV too.

5 Hit Sci-Fi TV Shows That Were Adapted From Great Movies

staff@bgr.com (Andrew Morrisey) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Want to delve deeper into the fictional worlds of some of the greatest classics ever made? Here are popular sci-fi TV shows inspired by cult movies.

This Sci-Fi Netflix Series Inspired By A Podcast Is A Perfect Weekend Binge Watch

staff@bgr.com (Liz Young) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

There are an abundance of movies and TV shows adapted from a book or comic book, but there aren't too many that can say they're based on a podcast.

5 Sci-Fi Costumes And Props Reused For Completely Different Movies And TV Shows

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Making a movie or TV show is an expensive process, so it's smart for producers and directors to save costs wherever they can, like reusing recognizable props.

This Forgotten '90s Sci-Fi Show Combined Time Travel With Parallel Universes

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

The '90s were a great time for science fiction, as it was a time when creatives and studios took chances with time travel and multiverse-hopping stories.

One Of The Most Controversial '80s Sci-Fi Movies Was Turned Into A '90s TV Show For Kids

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Some sci-fi hits just aren't meant to be adapted into projects for kids because it waters down their messaging, but it also sanitizes the content.

The Dracula TV Show Stephen King Called 'Bloody Terrific' Is Streaming On Netflix

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Dracula is one of the most adapted literary horror tales of all time, but according to Stephen King, this modern TV adaptation is particularly worth a look.

5 Apple TV Shows To Watch After Ted Lasso

staff@bgr.com (Liz Young) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Loving "Ted Lasso" but wondering what to watch on Apple TV next? Here are five great original series that are also on the service right now.

Stephen King Is A Big Fan Of Hulu's Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Drama Series

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Stephen King isn't afraid to tarnish adaptations based on his own work, so when he says something is good, it's probably worth checking out.

A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Western TV Series Is Now Streaming For Free

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

This legendary series influenced several other TV shows, novels, and even video games for years and marked the early days of the steampunk genre.

Amazon Considers Challenging Starlink With A New Streaming Bundle Deal For Subscribers

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:17:00 +0000

Amazon's Leo is reportedly planned for launch by 2027, and may leverage the company's ecosystem of subscriptions and devices to get people's attention.

Paul Reubens Starred In The TV Spin-Off Of A Cult Classic Sci-Fi Disney Franchise

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Paul Reubens is primarily known for playing child-friendly heroes like Pee-Wee Herman, but he is surprisingly outstanding at playing villains.

Sean Penn Starred In An Overlooked Sci-Fi Series About A Manned Mission To Mars

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Sean Penn's overlooked Mars series spends most of its time on Earth. It's a slow, hopeful drama about the astronauts preparing to make that first trip.

A Forgotten Sci-Fi Series From The Battlestar Galactica Reboot Creator Is Streaming For Free

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

This particular entry into the virus sci-fi genre is an unexpectedly unique take on the zombie plague trope.

Rob Lowe And Jenna Fischer Starred In An Overlooked Sci-Fi Series About The Apocalypse

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Rob Lowe plays a priest and Jenna Fischer is behind bars in this short-lived apocalypse comedy. Even with the world ending, there's still plenty to laugh at.

Netflix's Answer To Apple TV's Widow's Bay Is Now Streaming With Glowing Reviews

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:26:18 +0000

Josh Hartnett is making quite the comeback with his career and he now stars in a Netflix limited series that Widow's Bay fans will likely love.

This Obscure Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Series Is Finally Finding An Audience On Prime Video

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Prime Video and other streaming platforms are a great way for audiences to rediscover or freshly discover old, unpopular TV shows and movies.

5 Sci-Fi Shows From The '80s That Still Hold Up Today

staff@bgr.com (Andrew Morrisey) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

The '80s were a turning point in sci-fi shows, bringing new and experimental plots. While many were outright cheesy, some shows are still relevant today.

Timothy Olyphant Starred In A Must-Watch Terminator TV Series Streaming On Netflix

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

What do you get when you combine acclaimed "Justified" star Timothy Olyphant with the Terminator universe? Sadly, a great TV show that didn't last long enough.

All 5 Seasons Of A Hit Sci-Fi Bounty Hunter Series Are Streaming For Free

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000

When a sci-fi TV series like Firefly gets canceled after its first season, it feels like there's no hope for any other space operas on television.