This November, Space says “domo arigato” to Swedish sci-fi drama series “Real Humans,” which is set in a parallel world in which humanoid robots, or “hubots,” act as labourers and servants.
The 10-episode, one-hour series explores what can happen when human workers, friends, parents, and even lovers, are replaced with robots. New technology and advancements in the field of science have made it possible to manufacture The Human Robot (hubot), a kind of mechanized servant that is so similar to a real human, it can often be considered a perfectly good substitute. While the hubot was created to make life easier and more efficient for humans, it’s also given rise to new dilemmas including thorny legal and humanitarian questions such as who is responsible for hubot actions and misdemeanors, and what their labour and personal rights are. As an ever-growing number of people form relationships with hubots, the boundaries between human and machine become blurred thus challenging humanity on what it means to be ‘human.’
Sub-titled for English audiences, the “Real Humans'” debut comes after the Season 8A finale of “Doctor Who.”
“Real Humans” will have a special premiere event on Saturday, November 8th at 10pm. Then, beginning, November 12th, the series moves to its regular timeslot of Wednesdays at 9pm, with the first two episodes airing back-to-back. The acclaimed, character-driven series is set to be rebooted in English in 2015.
