For All Mankind (TV series)

For All Mankind is an American science fiction streaming television series created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, and Ben Nedivi. It premiered on Apple TV+ on November 1, 2019. The series presents an alternate history depicting what might have happened if the Soviet Union had been the first nation to successfully land astronauts on the Moon, rather than the United States.

The premise of the show revolves around the escalating space race between the United States and the Soviet Union, with significant ramifications for world events and technological advancements. Each season advances the timeline by roughly a decade, showcasing the evolving political, social, and technological landscape.

The series explores themes of ambition, competition, international relations, personal sacrifice, and the human drive for exploration. It depicts the evolving roles of women and minorities within NASA and the broader space program.

The main cast includes Joel Kinnaman, Michael Dorman, Sarah Jones, Shantel VanSanten, Jodi Balfour, and Wrenn Schmidt. Over the course of the series, new characters and cast members have been introduced as the timeline progresses.

For All Mankind has received critical acclaim for its historical accuracy, detailed world-building, compelling characters, and thought-provoking exploration of alternative historical possibilities.