Altered Carbon 2018
“No body lives forever.”
What is Altered Carbon?
Altered Carbon is a cyberpunk television series created by Laeta Kalogridis, based on the 2002 novel by Richard K. Morgan.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 18
- First aired
- Feb 2, 2018
- Last aired
- Feb 27, 2020
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Netflix
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 18 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Altered Carbon is a cyberpunk television series created by Laeta Kalogridis, based on the 2002 novel by Richard K. Morgan. Set in a future where human consciousness can be transferred between bodies, the story follows Takeshi Kovacs, a former soldier and investigator. After spending 250 years imprisoned in stasis, Kovacs is revived in a new body and given a single opportunity to earn his freedom: solving a complex murder case. The series explores themes of identity, immortality, and social inequality within a technologically advanced society. It was made available on Netflix and draws from the source material's exploration of a world where death has become obsolete for those who can afford it. The show incorporates elements of science fiction and noir, combining them with action and philosophical questions about what it means to be human. Kovacs must navigate this morally ambiguous world while uncovering the truth behind the mysterious killing that could grant him his liberty.
Should you watch it?
“A prisoner returns to life in a new body to solve a complex murder for his freedom.”
- intriguing premise
- high-stakes mystery
- complex narrative structure
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction mysteries involving consciousness and futuristic technology.
The series features mature themes and intense sequences suitable for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Out of the Past Feb 2, 2018
- E2 Fallen Angel Feb 2, 2018
- E3 In a Lonely Place Feb 2, 2018
- E4 Force of Evil Feb 2, 2018
- E5 The Wrong Man Feb 2, 2018
- E6 Man with My Face Feb 2, 2018
- E7 Nora Inu Feb 2, 2018
- E8 Clash by Night Feb 2, 2018
- E9 Rage in Heaven Feb 2, 2018
- E10 The Killers Feb 2, 2018
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 Phantom Lady Feb 27, 2020
- E2 Payment Deferred Feb 27, 2020
- E3 Nightmare Alley Feb 27, 2020
- E4 Shadow of a Doubt Feb 27, 2020
- E5 I Wake Up Screaming Feb 27, 2020
- E6 Bury Me Dead Feb 27, 2020
- E7 Experiment Perilous Feb 27, 2020
- E8 Broken Angels Feb 27, 2020
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise?
A prisoner is revived after 250 years to solve a murder in exchange for his freedom.
When does the series take place?
The story is set in a future where consciousness can be transferred into new bodies.
What is the main character's goal?
The protagonist seeks to win his freedom by solving a mind-bending crime.
Is this a mystery series?
Yes, the central plot revolves around solving a complex murder case.
How is the protagonist revived?
He is brought back to life after being on ice for 250 years.