The best sci-fi movies, books and shows to consume during the holidays

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If you need a break from the holiday bustle, there's nothing better than the ultimate escapist genre: sci-fi. This has been a good year for those who enjoy their entertainment off-planet or otherwise removed from our reality. We finally have a Predator sequel that isn't silly; the author of Station Eleven has released his highly anticipated new book; Star Wars has proven it's ready to grow; and production company A24 has brought us one of the most exhilarating movies in years. There are even a number of sci-fi podcasts that can keep you company while you wrap presents or decorate your home with garlands and lights. Here are some of the best sci-fi movies, books, and shows you can binge on over the holidays.
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If you're still missing Northern Exposure 27 years after its finale aired and thought Wash was the best part of Firefly, you'll find something to enjoy in Syfy's Resident Alien. Now in its second season on the Syfy and Peacock app, the show follows a doctor, new to a small snowy town, who is actually an alien who came to Earth to exterminate mankind - except he's misplaced his device. who kills the world. The alien, brilliantly played by Alan Tudyk, impersonates Harry the human while engaging in plenty of sitcom-style hijinks with a quirky roster of characters.

Two subplots expand the fish out of water story: one about the recent murder of the town's former doctor, the other involving a secret government organization that hunts down the alien and his ship. It's funny to spit out your drink and expertly plays with the small-town TV tropes we know and love. It's also touching at times, especially in the moments between Harry and Max, a 10-year-old boy who happens to be the only person who can see past Harry's human disguise.
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The best sci-fi movies, books and shows to consume during the holidays

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If you need a break from the holiday bustle, there's nothing better than the ultimate escapist genre: sci-fi. This has been a good year for those who enjoy their entertainment off-planet or otherwise removed from our reality. We finally have a Predator sequel that isn't silly; the author of Station Eleven has released his highly anticipated new book; Star Wars has proven it's ready to grow; and production company A24 has brought us one of the most exhilarating movies in years. There are even a number of sci-fi podcasts that can keep you company while you wrap presents or decorate your home with garlands and lights. Here are some of the best sci-fi movies, books, and shows you can binge on over the holidays.

TV Foreign resident

If you're still missing Northern Exposure 27 years after its finale aired and thought Wash was the best part of Firefly, you'll find something to enjoy in Syfy's Resident Alien. Now in its second season on the Syfy and Peacock app, the show follows a doctor, new to a small snowy town, who is actually an alien who came to Earth to exterminate mankind - except he's misplaced his device. who kills the world. The alien, brilliantly played by Alan Tudyk, impersonates Harry the human while engaging in plenty of sitcom-style hijinks with a quirky roster of characters.

Two subplots expand the fish out of water story: one about the recent murder of the town's former doctor, the other involving a secret government organization that hunts down the alien and his ship. It's funny to spit out your drink and expertly plays with the small-town TV tropes we know and love. It's also touching at times, especially in the moments between Harry and Max, a 10-year-old boy who happens to be the only person who can see past Harry's human disguise.

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