---
title: "NEXT"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/next-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 89571
imdb_id: "tt9315054"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 10
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 192
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# NEXT (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/next-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Next is an American science fiction crime drama television series created by Manny Coto for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The story follows a former tech CEO who joins an FBI Cybersecurity Agent to stop the emergence of a rogue artificial intelligence that may cause global catastrophe.

The series is categorized under science fiction, fantasy, drama, and crime. It features a suspenseful tone centered on a villain whose greatest weapon is humanity itself.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Silicon Valley pioneer and a cybercrime agent fight a rogue artificial intelligence."

### Why Watch
- Features a plot involving a rogue artificial intelligence
- Combines science fiction with crime drama elements
- Stars John Slattery and Fernanda Andrade

### Caveats & Content Note
- The series was delayed from its original mid-season debut schedule
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-14 and features elements of suspense and drama.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #science-fiction, #crime-drama, #silicon-valley, #cybercrime, #artificial-intelligence, #suspense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 10
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (30%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 7 (70%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Manny Coto
- **Networks / Studios**: FOX

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Slattery** as *Paul LeBlanc*
- **Fernanda Andrade** as *Shea Salazar*
- **Michael Mosley** as *Cooper Mark "C.M." Barton*
- **Gerardo Celasco** as *Ty Salazar*
- **Eve Harlow** as *Gina Graham*
- **Evan Whitten** as *Ethan Salazar*
- **Aaron Moten** as *Ben Wilson*
- **Elizabeth Cappuccino** as *Abby LeBlanc*
- **Jason Butler Harner** as *Ted LeBlanc*
- **Ali Ahn** as *Sarina Park*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I watch Next?
The series aired on the Fox Broadcasting Company.

### Q: Is the series worth watching?
The series is a science fiction crime drama featuring a plot about a rogue artificial intelligence.

### Q: How many seasons are there?
The series consists of one season.

### Q: Who are the main actors in the series?
The cast includes John Slattery, Fernanda Andrade, Michael Mosley, and Gerardo Celasco.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [NEXT — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/89571)
- [Next (2020 TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_(2020_TV_series))
- [Next (TV Series 2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9315054/)
- [Next (2020 TV series) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Next_(2020_TV_series))

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*