The Ark

What it’s about

A century from now, humanity sends colonisation missions to other planets to ensure its survival. The first of these, on the spacecraft Ark One, is struck by a catastrophic event that causes massive destruction and loss of life. The captain is killed, life support systems fail, and the ship veers off course. With more than a year of travel remaining, the survivors must choose a new leader and find a way to keep themselves alive.

What hooks you

A fictional disease in the show, Klampkin's, is named after one of its screenwriters, Kendall Lampkin.

Who it’s for

It is worth a look for anyone who enjoys slow-burning space drama where ordinary people are pushed to their limits, and for those drawn to thoughtful, meditative stories about survival and leadership under extreme pressure.