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Sometimes a series could not be a hit until the real story started to fold out. However, streaming services or channels should have enough vision to keep that show on air because some shows could make them proud to be in their collection.

Like Breaking Bad, until the third season finale, it was not a hit but when season 4 came, everyone was talking about breaking bad and that show give amc a lot of credit for their future work for viewers.

The peripheral was a good series, with very interesting story line, good visuals and with their cliffhangers.

Prime would be wise not to cancel this show since their collection is not strong, they do not have very big hits or more than a few critically acclaimed series. But they chose to cancel the show after one season. Of course the series was not perfect but still was better than most of the series that airing now.

Netflix also keeps making this mistake for sense 8, the oa.. etc.

As viewers, we are losing our trust in this streamer services to connect with any series, because we do not know if they will come back with a new season or it will be canceled with too many questions and unfinished mysteries.

I hope prime will not do that for the wheel of time.

I just finished the first season of The Peripheral and it was so much better than I was expecting. I never read the books, or even heard of them for that matter, so I had no idea what the story was about. Chloe Grace Moretz and Jack Reynor are both great in their lead roles. This is a sci-fi series that's both original and exciting. The storytelling will keep you interested and make you actually care about what happens to these characters. You do have to pay attention because it could get a little complicated but not bad. The visuals are also great. You can tell they put some money into this show. I'm really looking forward to seeing where this series goes.

I have to say that The Peripheral was definitely better than I thought it was going to be. This show had me hooked from the beginning. I wasn't expecting so much action. The writing and special effects were also great making this one of the better sci-fi series of the entire year. I'm not saying it's the best sci-fi series this year but it's definitely up there. Some people are saying the story is a little hard to follow but I didn't find that to be true at all. You definitely have to pay attention and if you do that it's fine. It's just not a show where you can be doing other things and not give your full attention. Jack Reynor and Chloe Grace Moretz were both excellent as the leads here. I can't wait for season two.

This is one of my all-time favourite series, I hate that Amazon cancelled this show. I still do not understand their reasoning for cancelling this show, I believe it would have become a cult franchise, if it had been given the chance.

Hey AMAZON, It's not too late to change that and do season 2. I know this thing was popular, look at the awards for quality it was given. This is my vote as a consumer and Prime Subscriber.

The show has mystery, intrigue, and action, with enough Science Fiction to make it super interesting. An easy to follow story line, and some nasty protagonists to make our current-day heroes real heroes.

After 59 years of reading, watching, and hearing about science fiction, I had long since given up on being surprised by anything new, apart from the latest Philip K Dick adaptations. Along the way, there have been more than a few productions which were obsolete within a few years, and an embarrassing number which were scientifically invalid from Day One (like the Matrix). In recent years, allegories have given way to preaching, CGI has replaced plot, and sequels, prequels, and spin-offs have diluted initial masterpieces to the point of insipidity. Competition from fantasy and comic book projects have blurred the line, and ludicrous virtue signaling from actors has created a tangible stench and ruined memories. So, now, this Gibson dude, who is utterly new to me, together with a group of truly talented people, has created an extraordinarily entertaining product with better continuity than has been seen in most of the major franchises for decades. But he has done much more than that. He has told a story.

I wish someone would have mentioned it here (unless it's several more reviews away) that yes, it is good but that cliffhanger is HUGE like I said. It's a good show, but if I knew the way it ended AND that it was Canceled, I wouldn't have gotten immersed in it at all. That really is unfortunate. I know that a lot of good shows get canceled, and bad ones thrive for years and years. I still would want to know. It's a good show like I said and it has a lot of cool effects, some great characters, some horrible scenes (poor dog) and so on. If you don't mind stories not wrapped up then watch it. I think I need to buy the book (or books) and find out that way which I hope to make time for.

This was such a cool, amazing show with fantastic performances and acting HIGHLY recommend watching and again, PLEASE REBOOT AND BRING THIS SHOW BACK!!!!!!😁 Chloë Grace Moretz and Jack Reynor bring the next level of acting in this futuristic time series. I was sooooo impressed on how much work they put into the sets, locations, the "haptics" from all the special forces soldiers (which were definitely a squad) because you'll see how tight they are and how they use special tactics and equipment and are all in sync. I have no idea why they only released 1 season I immediately watched it again when I finished it!

It's not the worst show ever but the writing is extremely bland, the acting is subpar, and the characters are static and uninteresting. I will say that the cgi is really good, especially for a tv show, but ultimately it's just not worth suffering through 1+ hour episodes of the aforementioned problems just to see some cool effects and set pieces. It reminds me of Westworld if Westworld was less interesting and had a lower production value(it's from the producers of Westworld as well if I am not mistaken). I really wanted to like it because it definitely does have some redeeming qualities, but it feels like something NBC or similar would release, except the cgi is good and they can say the f word.

It's refreshing to see a scifi show and escape the fantasy programming that permeates superhero and supernatural shows that dominate TV's alternate realities.

It's a good show. The characters are well-developed, and that's a trick when the action begins fairly fast, which is usually a sign that they are catering to the short attention-span crowd. To believe characters in their roles and be entertained early-on is a very good sign that the show is worth continued watching.

Moretz, Raynor and Goree are all very good. Also, it's nice it's set in the South, which is happening more and more on TV with fewer shows being stuck in the Rust Belt/L. A. and New York. It also hints at where VR may be going, even if we don't see it in our lifetimes.

This started out really well. It has a decent premise, is well acted throughout and the dialogue is actually half decent. The flaws are that the "science" behind the entire premise is barely explained, which is fine I guess, if there is enough action and character development to offset it. There isn't much action, and the hand to hand fight scenes are generic and sometimes felt shoehorned in. The biggest problem is the season finale. It has to be one of the most anti climatic I have ever seen for a big budget series. It didn't close any storylines and it doesn't end on a cliffhanger that leaves viewers longing for season 2. It's worth a watch but not worthy of the 8 rating.

I read the book recently for the first time, and would warn Gibson loyalists not to expect an adherence to the novel's focus and concerns. This is more like a riff on the novel's story than an attempt to recreate it on screen. The framework is the same ,but the story being told is rather different, no matter how many identical characters and situations. More clearly goodie/baddie with the sides in the fight getting more equal screen time than the book where the enemies of the protagonists are much more a hidden presence.

That said, the first two episodes have got me hooked and I'll now try to ignore it for a few weeks so I can binge more of it in one sitting.

It's losing me with each episode honestly.

It started strong and I was really intrigued to see where things were going to venture to, but the last few episodes it just feels like the series has got itself stuck in a "limbo" where nothing is really happening and events keep repeating themselves; it's a real drag.

If it is building toward something I hope it gets there fast because I'm about ready to drop this series. I like a slow-burner so long as the story is actually going somewhere, but The Peripheral just feels like it's out of ideas already.

If it carries on with the constant "intense conversations" and attempted murders whilst the storyline remains in its seemingly never-ending stagnant position, then I give up.

This show is shot beautifully. From the graphics, to the depiction of futuristic technology it's just beautiful.

From minute one, you are pulled into another world (almost like the first season of Westworld) it's captivating.

Definitely worth watching! I didn't read the books or know that this show was being released but the trailer made me curious. It's a breathe of fresh... show.

For now, there's only two episodes but the characters have depth and the show makes you curious about their backstories. Cannot wait to see how the characters develop.

No complaints from me! Although some of the southern accents :) are cringy.

This show is great.

Greatest TV crime of all time was the cancellation of this show.

It never insulted the intelligence of the audience. It was well cast, directed, and written. It had a compelling sci-fi concept.

As we see proto-AI more realized in our world and the advancement of technology's impact on our lives and the arts in particular, I am surprised to find myself second guessing my fanaticism for technological breakthroughs and siding more with the Neoprim/ LoTek scene.

Would be pretty sweet if the decision was reversed and we could have smart scifi win the day.

The second greatest TV crime was the cancellation of 1899.

Finally, fans of cyberpunk get an adaptation by ground-breaking author William Gibson. Granted, it's not "Neuromancer" and the TV series does not follow exactly the plot of the book of the same name. Still, the adaptation is quite good - in large part to very good acting especially by Chloe Grace Moretz - and gets going very quickly from the beginning.

What's good: I'm only three episodes in, but already I am invested in what's happening. Pacing, plot, dialogue, acting, set design, etc. - they're all good. We the audience get bits and pieces of the situation at the same time as Flynne, Moretz's character. That's very good writing from Scott Smith, who hasn't done a lot of noteworthy works (aside from "A Simple Plan"), but who has clearly demonstrated talent and skill here.

Overall, I'm glad to see Moretz in a production worthy of her acting ability, and an adaptation of Gibson's work that is equally worthy of his genre-defining stories.

I didn't know anything about this show before watching the first two episodes. This show is fantastic. If you're a science fiction buff, then this is right up your alley. I was reading an earlier review where the person was bad mouthing Chloe's acting. That person must have a personal vendetta against her because she is fantastic in this show. When did she turn into such a beautiful woman?

Amazon has been coming out with some great shows and this looks like another. I like it because the acting is good, the cgi is good and the storyline seems original to me. I'm definitely looking forward to the rest of the series.

William Gibson's novels are usually difficult to get into. The reader is thrown in the world without any context. The terms are never explained and the reader needs to figure everything out as they progress. But once you get past the initial hurdles, you're rewarded with a rich world, nuanced characters, and a gripping story.

One thing that bothers me with the adaptation is how the characters are reduced to stereotypes. To put it simply, male characters are not misogynic a-holes in the novel and Flynne is not a Mary Sue. It's such a pity to see how new movies and shows feel the need to add unnecessary character traits that only demean the characters, while ignoring the larger themes explored in the novel.

Even the whole encounter between Flynne and Aelita is completely different and I think it was done solely for shock values and to inject more "excitement" in the pilot.

Overall, The Peripheral feels like a simplification, a dumbed-down version of what should have been.

Even so, The Peripheral remains quite interesting and different enough to be worth watching.

The book is a masterpiece for me. I started wondering what was happening right away in the 1st episode of this series because it deviates so much from the book, and right away first scene. But after two episodes I'm happy to say the core is still there, and the way they're building a somewhat different story on the structure of the book's narrative is very good so far. I Love the way Gibson's and the series' characters show heart, wrestle with complex emotions, and don't take anything for granted. The world building and production design holds up well to the imaginative descriptions of the book. I miss the wonderful prose of Gibson's writing, but they've changed enough about the story to make this a must see even for those of us that have read the book. Bravo!

(edit 10/ 25: I was shocked to see the poor rating on metacritic after I wrote this... it makes me think that having read the book has given me more insight into and appreciation of the characters, and knowing what's coming (more or less) plot wise makes me appreciate what I've seen in the series so far in way that I might not have if I hadn't read it. If that's not it then I don't understand their poor rating - 57!! Ridiculous!)

I have never left a review on a TV show or movie. I saw the first two episodes of The Peripheral a few weeks ago and I hadn't been excited to see more of a show in a long time.

Unfortunately as I kept watching the show started dragging. With each episode you want to know more and you want to trust that the authors are going to take you somewhere worthwhile.

I clung on to my high rating and I enthusiastically recommended the show to a few people. As I've watched more and more episodes I'd say that it's a watchable and enjoyable show but nothing particularly special. The first two episodes were great but the rest of the series has left something to be desired.

Literally just finished the first 2 episodes and it's quarter to six odd in the morning here in England and I have to say I loved it, well worth staying up for.

Chloe grace Moretz was brilliant, just like she is in most things.

Some other really good actors in this as well, especially Burton obviously (not going to lie, I don't know all their names yet) but good performances all round if I'm honest. CGI is brilliant too, so much so I got seriously freaked out (The eyeball) .

Good story and premise so far and I haven't read the book and I don't read forums about shows I'm watching, so no spoilers for me lol!

And if you're like me and want escapism from a show, like any successful show of the past 10 years has been, then this will work a treat!

I know it's only 2 episodes, so my review might change come the end of the series, but if you like Westworld you'll like this too (yes it's made by the same person, or something along those lines, not 100% sure) actually if you like sci-fi at all; this is worth watching.

Will definitely be carrying on with this!

8/10 so far but like I say that could change by the end of the series up or down...and I'm thinking up!

They should have made a movie instead.

The plot is good. The idea is good. The CGI are good but please stop adding useless conversations et useless new characters. I feel nothing happened after 8 episodes. It doesn't add anything to the plot.

The main character is good but in this TV show I think I would choose someone else. The villain is the worst. Not interesting at all.

I gave up and I am not interested to watch season 2. I wanted so bad to like but episodes after episodes I feel more bored. I just don't care about what is going to happen because the writing is bad.

I like the invisible cars though. Like I said the idea is good but they just wasted it.

6/10 is generous for now.

GP.

This Sci-fi series really grabbed us and we were looking forward to seeing the rest of the story, what can us fans do to try an persuade Amazon to release season 2? There was still so much story to tell!! Season one ends with us viewers begging for more... Truly a huge disappointment that the series was canceled, I want to chant we want more, we wamt more, we want more!!! Please Amazon is there no way we could change your mind?

It kept us guessing and I am sure a second, third and possibly 4th season would be a hit if you kept the same writers, we want to know how the story ends? What happens to all our favorite characters?!