5 Reasons to Give Apple's Silo a Watch (If You Haven't Yet)

The new Apple TV + series Silo has become an immediate sensation since its premiere on 5 May. Having released just four episodes thus far, with six more to come, Silo has already made a lasting impression on viewers, who confess their growing addiction to this show. The only point of dissent for fans seems to be the week-long interval between episodes.

Below are five reasons fans give when trying to convert neophytes to their new addition.

A Nod to Other Great Sci-Fi Shows

The brainchild of Graham Yost, Silo offers a hard-boiled dystopian narrative that many say is a cross between Blade Runner and Field of Dreams. If you're into conspiracy-laden shows such as Apple's Severance, Peacock's Mrs. Davis or Amazon Prime's Upload, Silo will be right up your alley.

A Riveting Quintessentially Dystopian Plot

Silo follows the lives of ten thousand individuals struggling for survival in a massive silo stretching hundreds of stories beneath the surface of a toxic Earth. As society clings to stringent regulations believed to be their protective measure, a handful of characters go on a quest to investigate the mysteries concealed within the silo.

Fantastic Source Material

Silo draws inspiration from a series by Hugh Howey, comprising three novels, three short stories, and a graphic novel, all bearing the same name. A favourite among readers, the series has garnered a significant fan base and is deemed a compelling read. Several early viewers of the Apple TV + show are devoted Howey fans. They commend the showrunners for their faithful adaptation of the source material.

'I’m honestly surprised at how well the show matches up with what I envisioned in my head as I read it,' a fan of the book series commented on the show.

Great Cast

Boasting a stellar lineup of actors, including Rebecca Ferguson, Rashida Jones, David Oyelowo, Tim Robbins and others, Silo has received high praise for its casting. Viewers regard this as a career-defining performance by Rashida Jones, while Rebecca Ferguson's portrayal has been hailed as stellar as always. The remarkable cast itself makes the show worth watching.

Great Pilot

The series' first episode left fans raving. It skillfully sets the backdrop, introduces intriguing characters, and crafts a mini-plot with a gratifying conclusion. It perfectly encapsulates the episode's story, leaving you wanting more. With such effusive praise, this show surely deserves at least an hour of your time. Don't you agree?

Episode 5 of Silo is scheduled to premiere on 26 May 2023.

Source: Reddit.