If You Love 'The Expanse' and 'Dune', 'Raised by Wolves' Will Hook You — I Promise
Science fiction that will be remembered for a long time.
So, I just finished watching Raised by Wolves on HBO Max, and honestly? It’s the kind of sci-fi that sticks with you long after you switch off the screen.
This isn’t your usual "robots" on a faraway planet story. No, it asks the big questions — like, who are we if we weren’t raised by humans? And can you really build a paradise on another world when Earth’s been torn apart by religious war?
A World Without God — Or a New God?
The setup: Earth’s been destroyed in a brutal religious war. Two androids, Mother and Father, land on Kepler-22b to raise a new atheist generation from embryos. Sounds simple? Think again.
Because just when you think you’re safe, a religious cult — the Mithraic — shows up with their old fanaticism, new threats, and yep, some seriously creepy ancient evil wakes up.
Ridley Scott’s Signature Touch Meets Guzikowski’s Dark Storytelling
Ridley Scott is the producer here, and you can feel his touch everywhere — from the haunting designs to the slow-burn tension. It’s like Alien and Blade Runner had a philosophical baby.
And Aaron Guzikowski, the creator, doesn’t shy away from the dark stuff. There are scenes where snakes suckle from breasts (yes, really), kids die, and faith becomes a killer. This show isn’t just sci-fi, it’s a cult parable about the future weighed down by the past.
Two Seasons In — And Still So Good
Shot mostly in South Africa, with barely any CGI, relying instead on stunning natural landscapes, Raised by Wolves feels grounded even when it’s otherworldly. Season two ups the ante with tropical vibes, new creatures, and a snake that’s become a nightmare for fans.
Sadly, the show got cancelled after the Warner Bros. Discovery merger — but the fanbase hasn’t given up hope for a comeback. And honestly, even without a proper ending, this show has already earned a place in my sci-fi favourites.
