Mars

2016·Show
12Episodes in2Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb7.4Metacritic595.6Rotten Tomatoes–57%
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Mars fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

The future, technology, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Complexity8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The maiden crew of the Daedalus spacecraft must push itself to the brink of human capability in order to successfully establish the first sustainable colony on Mars. Set both in the future and in the present day, this series blends scripted elements set in the future with documentary vérité interviews with today’s best and brightest minds in modern science and innovation, illuminating how research and development is creating the space technology that will enable our first attempt at a mission to Mars.
Mars ColonizationScience & ExplorationFuturistic DramaDocumentary HybridTechnological InnovationHuman EnduranceSpace TravelResource ManagementPolitical Challenges

Crew

Directed by:
Everardo Gout, Ashley Way
Written by:
Paul Solet, Stephen Petranek
Produced by:
Taimi Arvidson, Ben Young Mason

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Mars

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Mars legally?

PrimeDisney+fuboTVYouTube TVSpectrum On DemandNational Geographic

Mars is included with a subscription to Disney+, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video, Spectrum On Demand, and National Geographic. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Mars worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mars rated?

TV-PGStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Mars have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Mars?

Critics59
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 59 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Mars much the same way.

When did Mars air?

It ran from 2016 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Mars in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Mars?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mars in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mars use?

Rape as BackstoryBlood from the MouthBeach KissMotorcycle on the Coast RoadCreepy MonotoneBig Fancy HouseProduct PlacementBeta CoupleHeroic SacrificeClingy Jealous GirlMissing MomDoes Not Like Menand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Mars, including Rape as Backstory, Blood from the Mouth, Beach Kiss.

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