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Fans of the game Fallout, rejoice — the game is back in the form of anAmazon Prime series. If you don’t know what we’re talking about, the post-apocalyptic series is adapted from Bethesda’s beloved post-apocalyptic RPG franchise, which takes viewers on an exhilarating ride through a world ravaged by nuclear devastation.

But there’s a new narrative within the Fallout universe rather than simply retelling one of the games. While this approach doesn’t always make the cut (as seen in Netflix’s Witcher adaptation), here it pays off brilliantly. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the game or a newcomer to the franchise, the show’s visuals and storytelling make it easy to enjoy.

It all starts in 1950s America, where former TV star Cooper Howard finds himself relegated to children’s parties amid the “Red Scare.” But in this version of history, the nuclear apocalypse hits, sending survivors rushing to fall-out shelters, or vaults, that have been built in preparation for this day. Fast forward two centuries, and we are introduced to one of the vaults, number 33, that has lived an idyllic existence until (spoiler alert) it is shattered by a raid led by Moldaver (Sarita Choudhury).

Overseer of Vault 33, Hank MacLean (Kyle McLachlan), is kidnapped, prompting his daughter Lucy (Ella Purnell) to venture into the surface world. Unprepared for its dangers, Lucy faces threats including giant cockroaches, sea monsters, and the Brotherhood of Steel’s attempts at control. Meanwhile, Aspirant Maximus (Aaron Clifton Moten) pursues a mission intertwined with Lucy’s, all while being hunted by the Ghoul who has a personal vendetta.

It blends classic post-apocalyptic tropes with a wry, 50s-inspired aesthetic. Co-creators Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner expertly infuse the series with humor, irony, and genuine emotional depth. The result is a gripping narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish, sprinkled with nods to the games for fans to enjoy.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the series on Amazon Prime Video or catch the trailer (watch trailer, runtime 3:18)

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