Prime Video Could Remove My Favorite Sci-Fi Series This Week: Why The Expanse Is More Than a Game of Thrones in Space.
Are the stars better off without us?
It has been reported that the first three seasons of the critically acclaimed science fiction series, The Expanse, will be removed from Prime Video starting this Friday, February 7. This leaves little time for fans to binge-watch episodes before they disappear. While these episodes are expected to be available on some streaming platform in the future, those who are Prime Video subscribers will have their last opportunity to enjoy them as part of their subscription.
The news comes from Prime Video users who have seen a message indicating that the series "will be leaving soon." However, these messages are no longer visible at the time of writing this article. An attempt has been made to obtain clarification about this situation from Prime Video, and a response is awaited.
For those not familiar with The Expanse, it is worth mentioning that the series is based on an acclaimed book saga written by James S.A. Corey, a pseudonym used by two authors, Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck. The story begins with Leviathan Wakes and concludes with Leviathan Falls, the ninth and final book.
The series starts in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system, including Mars, the Moon, and the Asteroid Belt, where water and air have become extremely valuable resources. The first season focuses on a detective, Miller, and his search for a missing girl, which serves as a gateway to a much larger and more complex universe.
Throughout the series, the tensions between different human factions—the Earthers, the Martians, and the Belters—unfold, with political intrigues reminiscent of the wars between the Seven Kingdoms. Unlike other science fiction productions, The Expanse stands out for its physical realism; it presents plausible technologies, such as the Epstein Drive, which allows spacecraft to travel great distances in relatively short times.
The characters are equally memorable, highlighted by the crew of the Rocinante, including James Holden, Naomi Nagata, Alex Kamal, and Amos Burton, whose curious and loyal character adds depth to the narrative. As the plot progresses, it reflects how the vastness of space contrasts with the conflicts and emotions of humanity, emphasizing the universe's indifference to our struggles.
