20 TV Shows to Watch If You’re an Aquarius
Finding series that lean into curiosity, big ideas, and wide open worlds can be a lot of fun. This collection focuses on shows that explore science fiction, bold mysteries, unconventional storytelling, and inventive characters, so you have plenty to dive into across genres and settings.
Each entry includes a quick sense of what the show is about along with key cast and crew details. You will see everything from spacefaring ensembles to intimate thrillers set in labs and city streets, which makes it easy to pick what matches your mood right now.
‘Black Mirror’ (2011–2023)
This anthology presents standalone stories that examine technology and its effect on everyday life, with plots that range from social credit fables to artificial intelligence experiments. Episodes switch settings and tones while keeping a tight focus on human choices and consequences.
The series was created by Charlie Brooker with Annabel Jones as a longtime executive producer, and it began in the United Kingdom before moving to Netflix. Notable guest stars include Bryce Dallas Howard, Daniel Kaluuya, Jon Hamm, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Hayley Atwell, with production spanning the UK and the United States.
‘Doctor Who’ (2005–2024)
This long running science fiction adventure follows the Doctor, a time traveler who explores the universe in the TARDIS with a rotating group of companions. Stories jump from historical settings to distant planets while recurring villains such as the Daleks and Cybermen return across eras.
The modern era has featured Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, Peter Capaldi, Jodie Whittaker, and Ncuti Gatwa in the title role, with companions played by Billie Piper, Jenna Coleman, Karen Gillan, Mandip Gill, and Millie Gibson. Showrunners have included Russell T Davies, Steven Moffat, and Chris Chibnall, and production is led by BBC Studios with filming based in Wales and beyond.
‘The X-Files’ (1993–2018)
This paranormal procedural follows FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully as they investigate unexplained phenomena tied to a larger conspiracy. The case of the week format blends with mythology episodes that track alien encounters and government secrecy.
The series was created by Chris Carter and originally aired on Fox, with David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson headlining alongside Mitch Pileggi and William B Davis. Production took place in Vancouver and Los Angeles, and composer Mark Snow provided the distinctive theme and score.
‘Fringe’ (2008–2013)
This science fiction drama centers on an FBI division that tackles strange incidents involving fringe science, parallel worlds, and experimental technology. The team investigates biological threats, dimensional anomalies, and a complex family history that drives the main arc.
The show was created by J J Abrams, Alex Kurtzman, and Roberto Orci, with Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson, and John Noble leading the cast alongside Lance Reddick and Jasika Nicole. Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros Television produced the series, with music by Chris Tilton and a theme by Michael Giacchino.
‘Orphan Black’ (2013–2017)
This thriller follows a woman who discovers she is one of several genetically identical clones, each with distinct lives and skills. The plot tracks a conspiracy involving biotech corporations, secret religious groups, and a network of allies who navigate danger and identity.
The series was created by Graeme Manson and John Fawcett and produced by Temple Street Productions for Space and BBC America. Tatiana Maslany plays multiple clone characters, with supporting performances from Jordan Gavaris, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Kristian Bruun, and Kevin Hanchard, and filming took place in Toronto.
‘Sense8’ (2015–2018)
This global ensemble drama follows eight strangers who become mentally and emotionally linked, allowing them to share skills and communicate across continents. The story explores their efforts to stay ahead of a shadowy organization while protecting family and friends at home.
The series was created by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, and J Michael Straczynski for Netflix, with principal cast members Bae Doona, Jamie Clayton, Tina Desai, Tuppence Middleton, Miguel Ángel Silvestre, Brian J Smith, Max Riemelt, and Toby Onwumere. Production filmed on multiple continents in cities such as Berlin, Nairobi, Seoul, Mexico City, Mumbai, and Chicago.
‘Mr. Robot’ (2015–2019)
This psychological and tech focused drama follows cybersecurity engineer and hacker Elliot Alderson as he becomes involved with an underground group planning a major corporate takedown. The plot weaves personal history, unreliable narration, and power struggles inside competing organizations.
The series was created by Sam Esmail for USA Network and stars Rami Malek with Christian Slater, Carly Chaikin, Portia Doubleday, and BD Wong. Production was based in New York, and the show features cinematography with long takes and music by Mac Quayle, with Anonymous Content and Universal Cable Productions among the producers.
‘Westworld’ (2016–2022)
This science fiction series expands the concept of the film ‘Westworld’ and explores a theme park populated by lifelike android hosts where guests pursue personal narratives. As the hosts gain awareness, the story moves between the park, corporate boardrooms, and outside worlds.
The show was developed by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy for HBO with Kilter Films and Bad Robot Productions, and the cast includes Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, Ed Harris, Tessa Thompson, James Marsden, and Anthony Hopkins. Ramin Djawadi composed the score, and filming took place in locations across Utah, California, and Spain.
‘The OA’ (2016–2019)
This mystery driven series follows a woman who reappears after a long absence with a new name and an unexplained recovery, gathering a small group to tell her story. The plot blends near death experiences, captivity, and interdimensional concepts presented through layered narratives.
The show was created by Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij for Netflix and stars Brit Marling with Jason Isaacs, Emory Cohen, Phyllis Smith, Patrick Gibson, and Kingsley Ben-Adir. Production involved Plan B Entertainment and Anonymous Content, with location work in the United States.
‘Devs’ (2020)
This limited series centers on a quantum computing company and a secret development division whose project draws the attention of an internal engineer after a suspicious event. The story examines deterministic computing, surveillance, and corporate secrecy within a Northern California setting.
The show was created, written, and directed by Alex Garland for FX on Hulu, starring Sonoya Mizuno, Nick Offerman, Alison Pill, Jin Ha, and Cailee Spaeny with Zach Grenier. Production companies included DNA TV and FX Productions, and the score features work by Geoff Barrow, Ben Salisbury, and The Insects, with filming around San Francisco and Santa Cruz.
‘Legion’ (2017–2019)
This surreal superhero drama follows David Haller, a powerful mutant who struggles with mental health and a parasitic enemy that manipulates his abilities. The plot brings together government agencies, mutant allies, and a shifting sense of reality that changes across chapters.
The series was created by Noah Hawley for FX and is based on the Marvel character conceived by Chris Claremont and Bill Sienkiewicz. Dan Stevens leads the cast with Rachel Keller, Aubrey Plaza, Jean Smart, Navid Negahban, Bill Irwin, and Jeremie Harris, and Jeff Russo composed the score.
‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ (1987–1994)
This spacefaring series follows the crew of the starship Enterprise as they explore new worlds, negotiate with alien civilizations, and respond to scientific anomalies. Stories frequently address first contact, diplomacy, and ethical questions within a mission structure.
The show was created by Gene Roddenberry and produced by Paramount with Rick Berman as a key producer, and it aired in first run syndication. Patrick Stewart leads the ensemble with Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, LeVar Burton, Gates McFadden, Marina Sirtis, Michael Dorn, Wil Wheaton, and Denise Crosby.
‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ (1993–1999)
This installment of the franchise is set on a space station near a strategic wormhole, focusing on regional politics, commerce, and conflict in the Bajoran sector. The narrative covers occupation history, station security, and the shifting alliances that pass through the region.
The series was created by Rick Berman and Michael Piller with Ira Steven Behr as a major showrunner, and it was produced at Paramount. The cast features Avery Brooks, Nana Visitor, René Auberjonois, Terry Farrell, Armin Shimerman, Colm Meaney, Alexander Siddig, and Michael Dorn.
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ (2022–2024)
This series follows Captain Christopher Pike and the crew of the Enterprise on episodic missions that emphasize exploration and character focused adventures. The show introduces classic characters such as Spock while expanding stories about Starfleet service and new planets.
The series was developed by Akiva Goldsman, Alex Kurtzman, and Jenny Lumet for Paramount Plus. Anson Mount, Rebecca Romijn, and Ethan Peck lead the cast with Jess Bush, Christina Chong, Celia Rose Gooding, Melissa Navia, Babs Olusanmokun, and recurring appearances by Carol Kane.
‘Dark’ (2017–2020)
This German science fiction thriller begins with a missing child case that reveals a network of families connected by a time travel mystery. The story interweaves multiple timelines, a hidden facility, and a small town with secrets that loop across generations.
The series was created by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese for Netflix, with principal cast members Louis Hofmann, Karoline Eichhorn, Lisa Vicari, Maja Schöne, Andreas Pietschmann, and Oliver Masucci. Production filmed around Berlin and Brandenburg, and the score features work by Ben Frost.
‘Battlestar Galactica’ (2004–2009)
This reimagined space opera follows human survivors fleeing a Cylon attack as they search for a new home while managing politics and military command. The fleet faces resource shortages, enemy infiltration, and strategic battles in deep space.
The series was developed by Ronald D Moore with David Eick and produced for the Sci Fi Channel. The cast includes Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Katee Sackhoff, Jamie Bamber, Tricia Helfer, James Callis, and Grace Park, with music by Bear McCreary and production based in Vancouver.
‘The Expanse’ (2015–2022)
This spacefaring drama adapts the novel series by James S A Corey and follows a detective, a ship crew, and political leaders who navigate tensions among Earth, Mars, and the Belt. The plot features an alien protomolecule that reshapes technology and power across the solar system.
The series was developed by Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby with Naren Shankar as showrunner, and it began on Syfy before moving to Amazon Prime Video. The ensemble features Steven Strait, Dominique Tipper, Wes Chatham, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Frankie Adams, and Cas Anvar in earlier seasons, with production centered in Toronto.
‘Utopia’ (2013–2014)
This British thriller follows a group of strangers who find a manuscript known as The Utopia Experiments and become targets of a secretive organization. The story tracks conspiracies, bioethics, and coded messages that connect the characters through a dangerous chase.
The series was created by Dennis Kelly for Channel 4, starring Fiona O’Shaughnessy, Adeel Akhtar, Neil Maskell, Alexandra Roach, Paul Higgins, and Nathan Stewart Jarrett. The show is noted for striking visuals and a score by Cristobal Tapia de Veer, with filming across the United Kingdom.
‘Watchmen’ (2019)
This limited series continues the world of the graphic novel ‘Watchmen’ by exploring the legacy of masked crime fighters in Tulsa and the fallout from past events. The plot connects police policy, secret identities, and advanced technology within a contemporary setting.
The series was developed by Damon Lindelof for HBO, with direction by filmmakers such as Nicole Kassell and Stephen Williams. The cast features Regina King, Yahya Abdul Mateen II, Jeremy Irons, Jean Smart, Tim Blake Nelson, Hong Chau, and Don Johnson, and the score is by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
‘The Leftovers’ (2014–2017)
This drama begins after a sudden global event in which a portion of the population disappears, focusing on families and communities that continue in its aftermath. The story follows interlinked characters who move between towns and countries while grappling with loss, belief, and renewal.
The series was created by Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta for HBO and is based on Perrotta’s novel of the same name. The ensemble includes Justin Theroux, Carrie Coon, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Liv Tyler, Ann Dowd, Regina King, Jovan Adepo, and Margaret Qualley, with music by Max Richter and production that shifted locations across seasons.
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