The Expanse (2015)

Synopsis

A thriller set two hundred years in the future following the case of a missing young woman who brings a hardened detective and a rogue ship's captain together in a race across the solar system to expose the greatest conspiracy in human history.

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Cast

• Steven Strait as Jim Holden
• Dominique Tipper as Naomi Nagata
• Wes Chatham as Amos Burton
• Shohreh Aghdashloo as Chrisjen Avasarala
• Cas Anvar as Alex Kamal
• Frankie Adams as Bobbie Draper
• Cara Gee as Camina Drummer
• Shawn Doyle as Sadavir Errinwright
• Florence Faivre as Julie Mao
• Thomas Jane as Investigator

If you liked The Expanse, try

• The 100
• Battlestar Galactica
• Star Trek: Discovery
• Star Trek: Picard
• The Man in the High Castle
• Andromeda
• Falling Skies
• 12 Monkeys

BingeNext's take

If you’re into sci-fi with a strong dose of mystery and drama, The Expanse is a great pick that feels like a long, thrilling ride across the solar system. Set two hundred years in the future, it follows a missing woman’s case that pulls a tough detective and a rogue ship’s captain into uncovering a huge conspiracy. With six seasons and 62 episodes, it’s perfect for those who love getting wrapped up in complex stories and character-driven plots. The cast, including Steven Strait and Dominique Tipper, brings depth to this gritty world. Fans of shows like Battlestar Galactica or Star Trek: Discovery will find plenty to enjoy here. Watching it feels like being part of a sprawling space adventure where every episode adds layers to the mystery and tension, making it hard to stop once you start.