Can't Get Enough of Black Mirror? Watch These 10 Sci-Fi Anthology Series Next

Since Black Mirror premiered in 2011, fans have been thrilled with Charlie Brooker's unique anthology series, immersing the viewers into dark, dystopian worlds where humanity has to face the consequences of unregulated use of technology.

What makes this show so special? Perhaps it is the very format of Black Mirror that makes it so compelling, as each individual episode allowed Brooker to unleash his creative vision and not limit himself to specific characters, tropes, and storylines.

If you love Charlie Brooker's Black Mirror, these 10 sci-fi anthology series will surely hit home and give you the same chills.

10. The Twilight Zone (2019, 2 seasons)

IMDb rating: 6.0/10

Created by Jordan Peele, Simon Kinberg, and Marco Ramirez, this anthology show is a reimagining of Rod Serling's The Twilight Zone, which aired in the 50s and 60s. Like in the original series, each episode focuses on different people's encounters with the supernatural and horror phenomena, while also addressing pressing social issues.

9. Room 104 (2017, 4 seasons)

IMDb rating: 6.1/10

Mark and Jay Duplass' show for HBO revolves around Room No. 104 of a backwater motel. Each episode follows a new visitor to the room and has a different plot, ranging from comedy to dark horror.

8. Oats Studios short films (2017)

IMDb rating: 6.3/10

Technically, this is not a show, but rather a collection of short films. Produced by Oats Studios, founded by the incredibly talented South African director Neill Blomkamp, the collection features stories of varying genres, including Blomkamp's signature sci-fi, several fantasy films, and even a black comedy.

Given the experimental nature of the movies, don't expect the shorts to be on the same level as Blomkamp's feature films — but each of them is highly entertaining nonetheless.

7. Amazing Stories (2020, 1 season)

IMDb rating: 6.3/10

If you're a fan of fascinating stories and the 1980s pop culture, this show is definitely for you. Based on Steven Spielberg's 1985 anthology of the same name, Amazing Stories makes use of the same tropes and cinematography as the original, mixing elements of sci-fi and fantasy.

6. Dimension 404 (2017, 1 season)

IMDb rating: 6.5/10

Just like Black Mirror, this collection of stand-alone episodes explores ethical questions about technology, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and the implications they bear for individuals and society as a whole.

But there is one big difference — unlike Charlie Brooker's show, Dimension 404 is built around the 80s aesthetic and therefore has a slightly lighter tone. Also, fans will definitely appreciate the legendary Mark Hamill as the series' narrator.

5. Electric Dreams (2017, 1 season)

IMDb rating: 7.2/10

Although the series' title refers to Philip K. Dick's iconic sci-fi novel on which Blade Runner is based, Electric Dreams actually drew inspiration from several of the author's short stories. In proto-cyberpunk fashion, the stories explore how governments, corporations, and evildoers use technology to intrude into individuals' lives.

4. Tales From the Loop (2020, 1 season)

IMDb rating: 7.4/10

This anthology series is based on the art book of the same name by Swedish artist Simon Stålenhag. The episodes focus on the individual residents of a fictional small town in Ohio where a mysterious research facility known as the Loop is located underground.

Each character who comes into contact with the Loop is experiencing loneliness and issues in love and family relationships, which makes them think that the high-tech facility is affecting their lives in unexpected ways.

3. The Outer Limits (1995, 7 seasons)

IMDb rating: 7.7/10

Like The Twilight Zone, the iconic 1960s anthology The Outer Limits had a revival — but in the 1990s, rather than the 2010s. This series is more sci-fi in its style and stories, exploring technology and science and their effect on human nature.

2. Love, Death & Robots (2019, 3 seasons)

IMDb rating: 8.4/10

What can we say about Netflix's Love, Death & Robots that hasn't already been said by fans online? This anthology series is incredible, with each of its episodes produced by a different team of artists using their own unique style. Apart from the stunning animation, the show is loved for its witty, philosophical plots and a brilliant soundtrack.

1. Inside No. 9 (2014, 8 seasons)

IMDb rating: 8.5/10

This BBC anthology series, created by comedians Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberto, is the epitome of British black humor. The stories are connected by one element only — the recurring number 9, which can signify completely different things in each of the episodes. While the plots are very diverse, horror and comedy are an integral part of every story.