Welcome to Paradox
An anthology series set in the futuristic city of Betaville.
Originally titled Betaville, the show ran for one season in 1998 and was never syndicated. It is notable for adapting short stories by famous science fiction authors into episodes set in a shared fictional city.
Quick Facts
- Country
- United States; Canada
- Network
- Sci-Fi Channel (U.S.), Showcase (Canada)
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Company
- River Of Stone Productions
- Chesler Perlmutter Productions
- Alliance Communications Corporation
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 13
- First aired
- 17 August 1998
- Last aired
- 9 November 1998
Facts from the source article.
Did You Know?
- The Volkswagen New Beetle was chosen as the standard transportation in Betaville and was used whenever a car appeared in a story.
- The series was released on an Australian PAL (Region 4) boxed set but never on any format in North America or Europe.
Setting
Betaville is a fictional utopian city at an unspecified future time where crime, violence, and disease have been eliminated. Beneath this surface, a dark undercurrent affects some citizens. Episodes explore technology invading daily life, simulated reality replacing actual reality, machines overpowering their owners, and humanity challenged by genetic and social engineering programs that test the limits of arrogance and sanity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes of Welcome to Paradox are there?
Welcome to Paradox has 13 episodes across 1 season.
When did Welcome to Paradox first air?
Welcome to Paradox first aired on 17 August 1998.
When did Welcome to Paradox end?
Welcome to Paradox last aired on 9 November 1998.
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