10 Movies & Shows Like From Other Worlds

Description: This series explores paranormal phenomena and government conspiracies, blending science fiction with mystery and horror elements. Its episodic structure often delves into unexplained occurrences and alien encounters.

Fact: The show's iconic theme music was composed by Mark Snow in under an hour. It became one of the most recognizable TV themes of all time.

Description: A science fiction series about a group of travelers who 'slide' between parallel universes, encountering different versions of Earth and its inhabitants. Each episode presents a new reality with unique twists on familiar concepts.

Fact: The show's concept was inspired by creator Tracy Tormé's interest in quantum physics and the multiverse theory.

Description: A military science fiction series that follows a team exploring distant planets through an ancient alien device. The show combines adventure, mythology, and encounters with various alien species.

Fact: The series holds the Guinness World Record for the longest-running consecutive science fiction television series in North America.

Description: This series follows a small town's residents as they deal with strange occurrences after a hurricane, including possible alien infiltration. It focuses on paranoia and the blurring line between human and alien.

Fact: The show's creator, Shaun Cassidy, was a teen pop star in the 1970s before becoming a television writer and producer.

Description: A science fiction series that investigates bizarre occurrences, often involving fringe science and alternate realities. It combines procedural storytelling with an overarching mythology about parallel universes and advanced technology.

Fact: The show's fictional company, Massive Dynamic, was named after a real MIT student group called 'The Massive Dynamics Collective'.

Description: A conspiracy thriller involving mysterious disappearances, government cover-ups, and the discovery of alien life. The narrative structure alternates between present-day events and flashbacks to reveal the truth gradually.

Fact: The series was originally planned to run for five seasons but was canceled after just one due to low ratings.

Description: Based on real-life UFO investigations conducted by the U.S. Air Force, this series mixes historical events with speculative fiction, exploring unexplained aerial phenomena and potential extraterrestrial encounters.

Fact: The show's title refers to the actual U.S. Air Force program that investigated UFO reports from 1952 to

Description: A science fiction series about a group of alien refugees integrating into human society, blending police procedural elements with social commentary on immigration and prejudice.

Fact: The aliens in the series, called 'Newcomers,' were originally slaves who overthrew their masters before coming to Earth.

Description: An anthology series that presents standalone science fiction stories, often involving alien encounters, advanced technology, and moral dilemmas. Each episode explores different aspects of the unknown and humanity's place in the universe.

Fact: The show was a revival of the 1960s series of the same name and featured updated versions of some original episodes.

Description: A remake of the 1980s miniseries about an alien race that arrives on Earth with seemingly peaceful intentions, but harbors a sinister agenda. The show explores themes of trust, resistance, and hidden threats.

Fact: The 'V' in the title stands for 'Visitors,' the name given to the alien species in the series.