Meteor

Synopsis

Meteor is a gripping science fiction mini-series that aired in 2009, starring Marla Sokoloff, Christopher Lloyd, and Michael Rooker. The story revolves around the harrowing events following the discovery of a massive asteroid, named Kassandra, on a collision course with Earth. As chaos erupts globally, a group of determined individuals, including a young scientist, her estranged father, and a resourceful ex-cop, must band together to try and avert the impending apocalypse. The series unravels themes of survival, unity, and resilience in the face of an imminent global catastrophe. As the clock ticks down, every second counts in this edge-of-your-seat tale of suspense and human spirit.

Cast

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  Marla Sokoloff

  Imogene O'Neil

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  Christopher Lloyd

  Prof. Daniel Lehman

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  Ernie Hudson

  Gen. Brasser

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  Stacy Keach

  Sheriff Crowe

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  Michael Rooker

  Calvin Stark

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  Billy Campbell

  Detective Jack Crowe

Reviews

Meteor received mixed to negative reviews from both critics and audiences. The average ratings highlight this reception, with IMDb rating the series at 4.2/10. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes critiqued its plot and special effects, stating, 'Meteor falls flat with lackluster CGI and predictable plotting.' Critics from Metacritic echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that the series struggled with 'lack of originality and engaging character development.' Despite these criticisms, some reviews acknowledged the solid performances of the cast, particularly Marla Sokoloff, who brought emotional depth to her role. Entertainment Weekly mentioned, 'Marla Sokoloff's performance is a highlight in an otherwise underwhelming disaster series.' Overall, while its premise had potential, Meteor couldn't quite deliver the impact viewers hoped for. The unfavorable comparisons to other disaster films and TV shows of similar genres further detracted from its appeal.