Television has entertainment for all age groups. Even today, with the growing demand of computer, the Television is still the most popular mode of recreation. After the weary office hours, it is indeed a great pleasure to relax and watch a favorite program.

Advances in science are immense and it is very interesting to learn more about the progress occurring in this field. This knowledge and entertainment is not far away when you have your own Television. Science fictions became highly popular because of the special effects and animations of a made-up world.

It is hard to judge which ones would be the most popular Science Fiction shows because we have a wide variety of channels to watch.

How Does a Television Show Become Popular?

Of course it is the audience who decide the popularity of a show. It rarely happens that one particular show catches the interest of the entire family because every family member has his or her own likes and dislikes. Shows that fit in all age groups and are enjoyed by the entire family are indeed the most popular ones because these are the ones that bring the family together and strengthen the unification. Children and teenagers are the most targeted audience for Science fictions because these are the most exploring phases of life.

Evolution of Science Fiction TV shows

Science Fiction TV shows evolved from a few special effects to highly advanced animations today.  Special effects involved manipulation of the screen images. Models and puppets were commonly used to depict certain stunts. In today’s time animation has overcome all the restrictions that were present in the past TV shows. It is simply like we can watch what we imagine.

Popular Science Fiction TV Shows

Science fiction TV shows can be categorized under broad titles like Space operas, conspiracies and crime investigations, Super heroes, children’s adventure, animated series etc. The list of best Science Fiction TV shows is endless and the popularity varies country wise. There have been some shows which have always been on the ‘favorites’ list of the viewers. Here are a few to name:

• Star Trek - This is one of the most amazing Science fictions liked by the masses. The theme revolves around the star ship ‘Enterprise’, which is out to explore new worlds, new life, and new civilizations. The lead actors in the original Star Trek were William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelley. Other well-liked space related series were Flash Gordon, Lost in space, Space patrol etc.
• The X-Files, depicted conspiracy theories that caught the interests of the public, making the program a highly admired one. The X-Files has also been one of the longest running series in the Television history of the US. Ghost Whisperer, one of the most exciting horror series, was aired in the 21^st century.
• Super hero series like, Heroes, successfully triggered the excitement among the audience. The story, just like a typical super hero tale revolves around ordinary persons with superhuman powers.
• Lost - The lost series spanned across 6 seasons and was one of the most watched TV shows of all time. The plot revolves around survivors of Oceanic flight on a far away island where mysterious things happen. The best part about Lost was the narration, flow and how well the characters played along. This series was created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof and was aired on the American Broadcasting Company from September 22, 2004 to May 23, 2010.

The British audience adored shows like time travel series e.g. Life on Mars, Eleventh Hour, Primeval etc. Super powers dramas like Misfits and crime series like Paradox have been a big hit among the masses.

Due to the tremendous advancement in the technology field, there are promising Science fiction TV shows powered with entertainment for the viewers.