Netflix has premiered the highly-anticipated sci-fi series “The Three Body Problem” at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. The series, based on the trilogy by Cixin Liu, was brought to life by the creators of Game of Thrones, Dan Benioff and Dan Weiss. It follows a group of scientists who make groundbreaking discoveries as they witness the laws of science unravel. The show is set to debut on Netflix on March 21.
“The Three Body Problem” chronicles Earth’s contact with an alien civilization from a very different solar system. The title refers to the physics concept of the motion of three-point mass particles under their gravitational effects, similar to the gravitational pull of the sun, Earth, and moon happening simultaneously. The series delves into science and physics in a way that most novels do not, making it a unique and complex story.
Netflix announced back in 2020 that Benioff and Weiss would adapt the trilogy into a sci-fi TV drama. This adaptation is rare for Netflix, as it is a non-English book being adapted by the streaming service. The creators have also confirmed that the unofficial fourth book, “The Redemption of Time” written by fan Baoshu, will not be part of the series.
The show features an impressive cast including Liam Cunningham, John Bradley, Jonathan Pryce, Benedict Wong, Tsai Chin, Eiza Gonzalez, Alex Sharp, Saamer Usmani, Jovan Adepo, Sea Shimooka, and Rosalind Chao. The collaboration between Three Body Universe and Netflix signifies a significant moment for the Chinese entertainment industry’s growth in North America and EMEA.
Cedric Zhao, CEO of Three Body Universe, expressed excitement about bringing the story to new audiences through the Netflix series. He believes that the global interest in “The Three Body Problem” demonstrates the timeless and universal questions it raises about our reality. Science fiction resonates with people everywhere because it speaks to their hopes and fears for the future. Zhao is thrilled to see the story come to life in various formats and storytelling perspectives.
Overall, the premiere of “The Three Body Problem” at SXSW has generated excitement among sci-fi fans. The series promises to be a complex and thought-provoking exploration of science and physics, while also showcasing the Chinese entertainment industry’s growth in the global market. Fans can look forward to the show’s debut on Netflix on March 21.