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- SyFy
- Mar 21, 2018
- SyFy
- Mar 21, 2018
- SyFy
- Mar 21, 2018
- SyFy
- Mar 21, 2018
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Based on 14 Critic Reviews
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29% Positive
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57% Mixed
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14% Negative
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 14 Critic Reviews
53
29% Positive
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
57% Mixed
8 Reviews
8 Reviews
14% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
Syfy, Warner Bros., and DC took a big swing with this project, but it seems like the time and money were good investments. This Superman fan is happy with how it’s starting, at the very least, and there’s a lot of potential here.
Krypton is nowhere nearly as nuanced--“Battlestar” frequently wasn’t either, for that matter--and in its opening hour trains much of its focus on building a soap opera bridge to the ancestral history of Earth’s greatest champion. But it is heartening to see a Syfy series take advantage of our ongoing fascination with the DC Universe, and other comic book properties, to attempt to make a statement about where we are and the possible dangers that lie ahead.
User Score
Mixed or Average
Based on 74 User Ratings
5.8
51% Positive
38 Ratings
38 Ratings
12% Mixed
9 Ratings
9 Ratings
36% Negative
27 Ratings
27 Ratings
User Score
Mixed or Average
Based on 74 User Ratings
5.8
51% Positive
38 Ratings
38 Ratings
12% Mixed
9 Ratings
9 Ratings
36% Negative
27 Ratings
27 Ratings
Earthman Adam Strange travels to the past and to Krypton to warn Seg-El that his grandson, the great savior named Superman, is in danger of disappearing. Seg-El, like any person, does not believe Adam, until he realizes that a great threat looms that could take Kandor forever: Brainiac. As soon as Adam Strange warns Seg-El of a threat that will arrive in Krypton and that would affect the birth of Superman, the problems begin to increase. Without entering much into spoilers, the mere presence of Adam and the threat of the series is the engine of much of the plot and the future second season. On the other hand, the family is also a recurring theme, both in the relationship of Nyssa-Vex and his father, and in the hidden project of Daron-Vex, which is also related to a certain political plot. Then, love is rather secondary in this series, showing us a loving trio that surely has a predictable ending. Finally, one of the big issues is social inequality, because in Kandor the Sin Rango are treated as potential terrorists, due to the threat of Black Zero, in addition to being treated as if they were animals. About the characters, I must highlight the great evolution that Nyssa-Vex has shown, a character that shows great charisma and a certain empowerment. On the other hand, Daron-Vex is shown to us from the beginning as someone desperately seeking power, although he does not hesitate to back down and duck his head, if the situation requires it. On the other hand, Seg-El's character stands out for his imprudence, rebellion and trust in those who should not. Then we have Adam Strange, who seeks to be a hero and help as much as he can Superman, the Justice League and the universe. Going to describe the members of the house Zod, Jayna-Zod is a strong character and a rigid code, but is willing to sacrifice everything for what he wants most; However, Lyta-Zod is shown as a character who wants to meet certain expectations and choose his own path, even if he has to betray his own family. In general, all the characters comply, although some stand out more than others.
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SEASON 1
The story we can see this season is entertaining, with amazing script twists, but leaving some premises and constructions of characters along the way. Since we are facing a first season, a lot of time is spent in presenting the world in which the characters live and in the introduction of these. Among the topics discussed in this first season we can highlight the great presence of the consequences of travel over time. As soon as Adam Strange warns Seg-El of a threat that will arrive in Krypton and that would affect the birth of Superman, the problems begin to increase. Without entering much into spoilers, the mere presence of Adam and the threat of the series is the engine of much of the plot and the future second season. The characterizations of the characters throughout the series have been accurate, since they are adapted to the social context in which the Kryptonians live at that time. Those who have a range live and dress luxuriously.
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SEASON 1
It falls into certain trappings, seemingly being obsessed with the concepts of ranks and guilds just as many sci-fi and fantasy tales are. Granted, it does work in these confines, but I tired of it quickly. ... To get the most out of this series, you’re going to need to enjoy both the military and political intrigue as well as Seg-El’s journey.
They manage to create a through-line, but one that is hardly compelling (and did we mention it already exists?).
The series eventually begins to click but the pacing is slow, the action is sporadic and the special effects are, well, not all that special. ... Campbell and Ogbomo, and the battle of wills between daughter and mom, are consistently more interesting than Seg-El’s machinations to restore his family honor.
Ultimately, dull, dreary Krypton does feel like a waste of time.
Krypton is the kind of series where you wonder what direction is being given to, well, everyone. Any series that looks and feels, at least 50 percent of the time, like a spoof is already in a pretty bad spot. But if that series gives off the vibe that the characters inside it look completely uninspired, then you have a whopper of a problem.
A treat for all supes fans! They had a great look to Krypton, believable slums, and that look for Brainiac was PERFECT! I can't wait to see whats ahead!
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SEASON 1
I've only seen the first episode. I refuse to watch anymore. So unimaginative. The writers are given Krypton to work with, an amazingly advanced race of beings with knowledge beyond earth. In the first 8 minutes all I see is funky looking earth. I'm seeing, hoodies, a baseball hat, neon lighting for a bar, contactless payments, guns that look and operate suspciously like ours... I mean, have some imagination christ...
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SEASON 1
Looks/feels like every other teen-angst show on CW though this is a now emo SyFy production. Plus you're a captive audience for Hollywood's continuing liberal indoctrination that mixing races is soooo progressive. This series had so much potential but it looks to play out like every other I-must-avenge-my-family's-honor story ever written, ugh. Nothing new here except the set pieces and mostly unknown cast. PS: watch out for a slew of 9/10 ratings from the shill squad. At my most optimistic, this show rates no more than a seven.
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