TV Show Reviews

Chernobyl

What I find most interesting is the level of chaos this caused. I knew it was bad, but I don't think I realized how bad it was, and more importantly, could have been. I understand why people are concerned about nuclear power, but I think this show does a great job of explaining the differences

Garrett

Nov 5, 2026 — 2 min read

Synopsis

A dramatic retelling of the events that took place after the meltdown and explosion of the Chernobyl Nuclear power plant in Pripyat, Ukraine in 1986.

Review

What an incredible show. This event has been held in mystery for almost 40 years. While I am unsure how much of it is accurate, the sentiment feels right and they do a great job of being upfront about who people are and represent. There is also some clarification about the events that took place and what they changed to fit TV.

The cast was amazing. I am flabergasted by how well they stand up and take action. Jared Harris and Stellan Skarsgård are incredible to watch. They do a great job of playing the lofty scientist and the USSR bureaucrat. The way they acknowledge what is going on with the surveillance state all while trying to save the world really.

My Rating

This was an incredible show. I remember watching the first couple of episodes years ago and then something happened and someone... finished it without me. So I just never finished it. Now, I am glad that I watched it again because that might be the best performance I've seen in the TV show all year. The pacing was a little rough at times, but if you hold on it is worth the watch. A solid 9.

Parental Rating

There is an abundance of language. And a lot of "hanging brain" in one specific episode. There is also some very grotesque bodily damage. As it should be. Much like how I wanted Oppenheimer to do, but I understand why it didn't. As much as I think they should watch it, they probably won't. Rejected by both.