The Peripheral

Prime Video | Release Date: October 20, 2022

6.5	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 72 Ratings

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DubeauDec 15, 2022

The Peripheral season one wasn't that bad. The story was messed up at first, but slowly you get to understand the motivations of each parties. But they put a lot of pieces at first and it didn't help the clarity of the story. They have wastedThe Peripheral season one wasn't that bad. The story was messed up at first, but slowly you get to understand the motivations of each parties. But they put a lot of pieces at first and it didn't help the clarity of the story. They have wasted a lot of villains in the season. They seems interesting but they were partially explored and too brief. The title of this series is pretty bad in my book. An accessory is, just that. However the acting is superb. In fact it save the series form A to Z. They make it believable. The FX are well done for TV, and they are some actions too. I give it 72%, mainly because the last 3 episodes clarifies a lot, and the great casting choices.… Expand

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filmvet73Nov 14, 2022

I do not understand the poor reviews here on this series. Maybe it's because I've read the book so I know way more about the characters and the story arc than someone who hasn't? There's enough difference between the book and the series thatI do not understand the poor reviews here on this series. Maybe it's because I've read the book so I know way more about the characters and the story arc than someone who hasn't? There's enough difference between the book and the series that I would think if the series stunk I wouldn't like it, even if I do like the book. But I don't buy into all the criticisms of the series .... so I'm puzzled. I'd like to hear form people who've read the book .... are you rating the series as poorly as the 5.7 or even 6.2 it's getting here?… Expand

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jerubedoOct 23, 2022

This show is already addicting and a blast to watch. It might finally be the Amazon equivalent of Stranger Things

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raorianNov 13, 2022

I feel like after chapter 4 I can easily predict where the show will go in the next 3 seasons.

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thebeardOct 22, 2022

I've not read William Gibson's source novel, but after seeing the first two episodes I can safely say that this looks like my sort of thing.

I'll certainly give them the first season to see if the mix of high technology, alternative timeI've not read William Gibson's source novel, but after seeing the first two episodes I can safely say that this looks like my sort of thing.

I'll certainly give them the first season to see if the mix of high technology, alternative time lines and rich, powerful people from the future with their own motivations for what they're doing continues to develop in an interesting direction.

Could end well, could go off the rails the way Nolan and Joy's stewardship of the TV version of Westworld did. I'm pretty sure it'll be an intriguing ride.… Expand

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leighannwagorOct 28, 2022

The first two episodes were fantastic, and didn't ruin the book as another speculative fiction series has.

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jb510Oct 23, 2022

Only a couple episodes in, but a very good adaptation of the novel. Amazon might finally be doing justice to a classic sci-fi novel after huge disappointments with The Expanse and LoTR. The story is told I’m a sufficiently intriguing wayOnly a couple episodes in, but a very good adaptation of the novel. Amazon might finally be doing justice to a classic sci-fi novel after huge disappointments with The Expanse and LoTR. The story is told I’m a sufficiently intriguing way where everything isn’t explained in the first episode, you’ll figure things out as you go even if you haven’t read the novel. Casting and acting is good for this, very true to Gibson’s vision. Story telling is well passed and intriguing.… Expand

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viroodiemOct 31, 2022

Hard to review on 3 episodes. What I have seen so far has been a compelling story arc and interesting futures. Cast perform well, the writing is reasonably engaging, sets both Real life and CGI are well produced, and sound is on par.

ItsHard to review on 3 episodes. What I have seen so far has been a compelling story arc and interesting futures. Cast perform well, the writing is reasonably engaging, sets both Real life and CGI are well produced, and sound is on par.

Its still premature but maybe Amazon is starting to turn the corner on making TV with how many bad and mediocre shows they have put forth so far. Not holding my breath but at least this one is worth watching for now.… Expand

2 of 6 users found this helpful24

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shumilovNov 11, 2022

Best sci-if series as for now! For the fans of Westworld and Doctor Who. Aesthetics are great

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LottsieOct 31, 2022

Fantastic, intelligent and beautiful show in every way. Awesome action scenes, CGI, visual design, storytelling, acting, and the list goes on. Hit the spot for me.

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maniacfriendlyOct 26, 2022

One of the best TV shows in recent times. An interesting fantasy component, interesting characters, a mysterious plot...

2 of 6 users found this helpful24

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norseNov 15, 2022

I have no idea why the scores for this are so low - this is the perfect TV series: intriguing mystery, flawless action, breathtakingly beautiful cinematography and stellar actors. I usually abstain from watching any series until I can bingeI have no idea why the scores for this are so low - this is the perfect TV series: intriguing mystery, flawless action, breathtakingly beautiful cinematography and stellar actors. I usually abstain from watching any series until I can binge it, this one had me on the edge of my bed awaiting the next episode release.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

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M-42Dec 2, 2022

Great series. Some might fight it confusing whereas I found it as a gripping and intriguing watch

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DJ-Dec 2, 2022

Stumbled across this series, watched the first episode, and was hooked. It is interesting, well-acted, and well written. It has unique twists, turns, and is never boring or trite. Characters are engaging and believable. Very minimalStumbled across this series, watched the first episode, and was hooked. It is interesting, well-acted, and well written. It has unique twists, turns, and is never boring or trite. Characters are engaging and believable. Very minimal ideology - just overall a well-done show. Quite enjoyed from start to end, cannot wait for the second season.… Expand

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LynnuxDec 30, 2022

The story developes a bit bumpy and is not easily understood (for a non-native speaker).
The series is carried by two characters, our grown up actress from the Kick Ass movie, Cloe Grace Moretz, and JJ Feild (the Klept guy).
Was stillThe story developes a bit bumpy and is not easily understood (for a non-native speaker).
The series is carried by two characters, our grown up actress from the Kick Ass movie, Cloe Grace Moretz, and JJ Feild (the Klept guy).
Was still entertaining for me.… Expand

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catchafire910Dec 17, 2022

I don't understand the bad reviews. They came after just one or few episodes. Imo this is a super creative science fiction series. We just haven't gotten anything like this in a while. I was hanging on by a thread especially the last 2I don't understand the bad reviews. They came after just one or few episodes. Imo this is a super creative science fiction series. We just haven't gotten anything like this in a while. I was hanging on by a thread especially the last 2 episodes. I really hope we get at least one more season.… Expand

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yota712Nov 27, 2022

A nice series, i like the future London, i even like the main Actress, compared to the last Amazon series (ROP) this a truly piece of art

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