News Analysis
The American version of the sci-fi thriller “3 Body Problem” premiered on Netflix on March 21. It quickly earned the top spot and is still ranked among the top 10 shows on the streaming platform as of April 8. In Taiwan, the show premiered in second place and quickly ascended to No. 1 in the films and TV series category on April 4.
Inaugural Episode Shocks Viewers
Season one of “3 Body Problem” consists of eight episodes based on the celebrated Hugo-winning novel “The Three-Body Problem” by Chinese author Liu Cixin. It’s the first novel in the trilogy “Remembrance of Earth’s Past.” The U.S. version underwent significant modifications to appeal to a broader audience while staying true to the original work. Notably, readers familiar with the source material appreciate the restoration of the Cultural Revolution storyline.
