The mere thought of a terrible disease or incurable virus excites the heart. But people are special creatures, all the unknown they are very fascinated. Of course, nobody wants to be sick, but to find out how certain diseases occur is interesting. In this regard, mankind goes on the path of knowledge, watching series about viruses or epidemics.
The list of the brightest series
Not everyone can watch TV shows about viruses, because the plot of such paintings is filled with not the most pleasant moments. But if the viewer still decides to start watching such a genre, then you should pay attention to the following options:
- "12 monkeys."
- "The last ship."
- "Spiral".
- "Confrontation."
- "Virus".
- "Survive after".
- "Strain".
- "Medical investigation."
- "The Secret of the Templar Castle."
- "Blood".
- "No limits".
- "The walking Dead".
"12 monkeys"
Many series about viruses take as their basis a pandemic - an epidemic that is characterized by an infectious infection of an entire state. Just "12 monkeys" - a series about a deadly virus that blows everything alive in its path. The series describes the life of people in 2043. Survivors after infection have to hide underground. No one knows where the deadly virus came from. But years of study let you know exactly when the virus spread. Scientists of the future have already created a time machine, with which they decide to send to the past, namely in 2015, a person who can prevent the apocalypse.
This "victim" is James Cole - a criminal who is promised to forgive for saving the world for all that he has done. In 2015, James meets with bacteriologist Dr. Cassandra Riley, who does not even know what this acquaintance will lead to. "12 Monkeys" - a series shot on the basis of the 1995 movie. Two seasons of thirteen episodes have already been shot. The release of ten new episodes of the third season is scheduled for 2017.
The Last Ship
Should I watch TV shows about viruses? Definitely worth it! Especially if it's the "Last Ship." The series is based on the novel of William Brinkley with the same name. At the center of events is a team of 217 women and men. They survived a global pandemic that killed and infected over eighty percent of the world's population. The team is isolated from the general population and lives on an uninfected US Navy destroyer called Nathan James.
The main goal of the crew is to find a medicine that can stop the virus and save humanity. “The Last Ship” is a series that aroused considerable interest in the viewer, but some critics note its stereotyped and secondary character. The first season started in 2014 and today the series consists of three seasons. The fourth is scheduled for release in 2017, and the fifth - for 2018.
"Spiral"
Spiral is a series about fantastic adventures encountered on the way of a group of scientists from the US Centers for Disease Control. They were asked to help in the fight against the uncontrolled virus, so they ended up on a private Arctic base. The series consists of two seasons and in the second the main characters are moved to a new location - the island of Saint Germain. In 2014, the world saw the first season, and in 2015 the second season of the series "Spiral". The series did not receive a continuation, its cancellation after the release of the second season was reported by the Syfy television channel. What is the reason for the lack of success of the series, it remains only to speculate, since the TV channel did not announce the official reason. Judging by the reviews, there can be noted insufficient atmospheric during the viewing process. Funny music contradicts the general picture of what is stated. The viewer cannot completely immerse himself in the series, which is why he refuses to watch it again.
"Confrontation"
Stephen King, according to his style, created another thriller that can take your breath away, the series “Confrontation”. The story is based on an incident at a secret base. Due to the leakage of a deadly virus, all laboratory employees instantly die right at the workplace. By miracle, a guard escapes from a trap with his family, wife and child. But they were already infected and become a source of infection of the whole city. Thousands of city residents are dying, and the guard is also waiting for this to be taken into account. Before his death, he says a mysterious phrase, from which it becomes clear that there is some kind of man of darkness from whom no one can be saved.
The series about the epidemic shows the end of the world through the eyes of Stephen King, which is based on mass infection of people, police brutality, general chaos and, in the end, extinction of people, leading to the devastation of cities and villages. The series consists of one season, which was released on television back in 1994. The series "Confrontation" lasts 359 minutes.
"Virus"
"Virus" - a series of South Korean origin. It is based on mass diseases of citizens of infectious diseases. Earlier, such a frequent infection was not noticed, which makes people think that the infection is adjusted by someone. A detective named Lee is taken to investigate the situation. In ordinary life, he runs a department that investigates such cases. During the investigation, Lee performs covert operations. The detective understands that his time is limited and that he has three days for everything, for which he must find out the whole truth. The disease develops rapidly, kills the infected body in just three days, so the detective should investigate the virus as soon as possible. The series was released in 2013 and consists of only one season.
"Survive after"
Survive After is one of the few TV series about Russian-made viruses. It tells about the fate of the lucky ones who survived after the massive defeat of the metropolis with a deadly virus. The initiator of shooting a similar picture was the STS channel, and the company Art Pictures Vision performed the idea. The TV series "Survive After" was released in 2013. Today it consists of three seasons. The question of the fourth season is still open.
At the center of the events are eleven heroes locked in a bunker for unknown reasons. At this time, a car with a deadly virus gets into an accident, which leads to mass infection of people. Thousands of people die, but the bulk are evacuated. Those few who remain in Moscow become victims of mutant succumbed girls of childbearing age. Mutants paralyze victims with their cry and then kill them. Only those who have good genes and can produce offspring survive. The musical accompaniment of the series was placed on the shoulders of such composers as Alexander Karev, Konstantin Teteryuk, Arseniy Khodin and others.
"Strain"
The Americans create really interesting dramatic series, including The Strain. The release date of the series "Strain" was set for July 13, 2014. The ATX television festival in Texas was chosen as the pre-show of the premiere series. The plot attracted the viewer, in connection with which another four seasons were filmed.
The basis for writing the script was the eponymous trilogy written by Guillermo Del Toro and Chuck Hogan. The series tells about a situation when an airplane with passengers landed with closed doors and a dimming light. To investigate this situation is entrusted to the epidemiologist and his team. Only four out of three hundred survivors are on board. The situation becomes incomprehensible when corpses begin to disappear from the morgue. The doctor is trying in every possible way to deal with the threat that came from antiquity in order to save himself, his family and the whole city.
Medical Investigation
The series "Medical Investigation" tells the story of a group of virologists working at the US National Institute of Health. Their work is extremely important for all mankind, because they identify and prejudice the spread of dangerous viruses. At one point, an epidemic of an atypical disease falls upon them. In the process of identifying the causes and methods of treatment, a team of doctors faces a variety of difficulties. The series was released in 2004 and consists of only one season. Fans are indignant and consider this picture very interesting and promising. But manufacturers finally refused to continue filming.
The Mystery of the Templar Castle
In 1375, France was enveloped in wartime, which lasted more than a hundred years. In addition to these people, the bubonic plague is dying. The country is in chaos, cruelty and outrage, from which ordinary people suffer. Tom Kortme, a young captain, meets a girl whom he loved very much in his youth. She used to be the heiress of a noble family, but now, by the will of fate, she turned out to be the wife of a small landowner. It is she who knows the terrible secret, which she shares with the love of her youth. It’s even scary to imagine what this secret will lead them to.
The series was released in 2010, it consists of one season. In the first season, only eight episodes. In time, watching the series takes 416 minutes. That is, it can be watched in about 7 hours on a day off. The main roles are played by Clement Seboni, Louise Pasto and Carlo Brandt. Judging by the reviews of the viewer, the series is really very interesting and fascinating. Historical facts, bloody battles, a terrible plague immerse the viewer in the past and make you feel the spirit of France of the thirteenth century.
"Blood"
South Koreans love to create TV shows that talk about viruses and epidemics. Following the "Virus", one of the film companies of this country released the series "Blood". Viewers saw the first episode in 2015. By genre, these are horrors with elements of drama. The season contains twenty episodes, each of which lasts seventy minutes. The main character, Pak Chi-san, is a handsome, rich and intelligent head of the general oncology department in one of the hospitals. He was touched by an unusual situation - even before his birth, the vampire virus infected his parents. In this regard, Pak was born a vampire. He sets himself the goal of becoming a man. On this path, he conducts various clinical studies that always give him different results. Testimonials say that the series exceeds all expectations. Interesting medical research, a minimum of vampire history, amazing actors and a plot filled with the wisdom of life - this is all “Blood”.
"No limits"
The plot of the series “Without Limitations” is based on the successful agent Vincent Liberati. He lives a vibrant life, often takes risks, and in this regard, often uses adrenaline. He is not afraid of any troubles, so he always goes only forward. Work was of paramount importance to him, while the family went by the wayside. Suddenly he is given a difficult diagnosis, because of which life loses all meaning. He is immediately removed from office, he is trying to find another job. But with his mark in the medical book, searches do not bring any result. Not finding a job, he decides to try on himself an unknown drug. But no one gives him guarantees for a cure. There is only one condition - to get the drug you must enter the secret organization "Hydra". Its purpose is incomprehensible, but the working methods are far from legal. Vincent grabs this opportunity for the sake of his salvation and the opportunity to take up the education of his daughter. The series consists of three seasons and was first released in 2012.
"The walking Dead"
A zombie epidemic swept the whole world, but the family of one sheriff managed to escape. In addition to Sheriff Rick Grimes, several more survived. Together, they travel in search of safe shelter. They are trying to survive at all costs, but insensitive zombies are constantly trying to take their lives. The series received a huge number of fans, thanks to which eight seasons have already been released.
Why is The Walking Dead so loved by the viewer? In addition to vivid special effects, the series tells about feelings, love, friendship, death and betrayal. The realism of the paintings is incomparable, because all the actors playing zombies underwent special training in advance. The first series of The Walking Dead became the highest rated in the history of the AMC channel, as more than five million viewers watched it.
The main character was played by the magnificent actor Andrew Lincoln, his viewer sees throughout all seasons. Also among the most common heroes in the series include Glen and Karl. But in the first series of the eighth season, Glen, like many heroes, is withdrawn from the series.