If you want science fiction that respects its own premise, Made in Abyss is available in Australia on Hidive Amazon Channel, and in the US on Hidive Amazon Channel right now. 2 seasons means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Miyu Tomita sets the tone, and the world-building does the rest. Put it on tonight on Hidive Amazon Channel and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Made in Abyss is worth clearing space for. The world-building is meticulous, but it is the characters who carry Made in Abyss through its more ambitious moments. Located in the center of a remote island, the Abyss is the last unexplored region, a huge and treacherous fathomless hole inhabited by strange creatures where only the bravest adventurers descend in search of ancient relics. In the upper levels of the Abyss, Riko, a girl who dreams of becoming an explorer, stumbles upon a mysterious little boy. The human element stays intact thanks to Miyu Tomita and Mariya Ise, who anchor every scene. The series ran for 2 seasons (2017–2022), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. What separates Made in Abyss from lesser genre entertainment is a willingness to let the concept cost the characters something. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

Made in Abyss is satisfying on multiple levels — something to watch and something to think about after. If you have already watched Tengoku Daimakyo, Made in Abyss is a natural next step. A contained run means every episode is doing real work. Miyu Tomita anchors it with a performance that makes the more abstract moments feel personal. If you have been burned by ambitious sci-fi before, this is the exception.

Made in Abyss wrapped up in 2022 — and 2 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro's free voice app makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just say the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.