The long-awaited first episode of Netflix‘s blockbuster sci-fi series “The Three-Body Problem” premiered on march 9 at SXSW to amazing acclaim, earning an IMDb score of 9.
The ambitious series is directed by “Game of Thrones” creators David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Chinese-American producer Alexander Woo, who confidently adapted Liu Cixin’s Hugo Award-winning science fiction novel “The Three-Body Problem”. The thrilling new series, powered by stunning visuals, depicts a planet where people fight to the death to prepare for an alien invasion.
New scenes from the program were 3D-projected 50 feet above the city skyline for the debut, stunning viewers. Fans watched as the show’s mystery avatar, Sophon, spoke from the sky, echoing the characters’ experience.
The timeless appeal of “The Three-Body Problem” highlights existential problems and human nature. The Netflix adaptation of “The Three-Body Problem”‘s successful SXSW premiere validates the story’s and IP’s widespread popularity among sci-fans and other audiences, as well as its untapped potential. Netflix will release “The Three-Body Problem”‘s eight-episode season on March 21.
“The Three-Body IP has captivated a global audience, providing a fresh lens through which to view and understand Eastern approaches to solving world issues,” stated Three-Body Universe CEO Cedric Jilong Zhao. “We are extremely excited to see the story brought to life in new mediums, demonstrating its ongoing appeal.”
“The unquenchable global interest in ‘The Three Body Problem’ shows that its issues concerning reality are timeless and universal. People worldwide love science fiction because it addresses their biggest worries and dreams for the future. We knew this about the novel from the start, so we were confident it could work in other formats and perspectives. We’re thrilled with the result.”
The English translation of the “Three-Body” trilogy topped the New York Times bestseller list in 2018, the first Chinese novel to do so. Chinese television and animation ventures about the Three-Body IP were well received.
“I thank the staff in all Three-Body Problem media productions for their dedication and hard work,” Zhao said. “Our local project development and foreign engagements have shown us that domestic and international markets have different product configurations, entrepreneurial models, and creative expressions. This understanding has driven our efforts to create a global ‘Three-Body’ version.”
Three-Body Universe, a renowned multinational creator and manager of intellectual properties, owns “The Three-Body Problem” trilogy. To develop unique experiences, the organization collaborates with top international players. The Three-Body film and TV franchise has won international acclaim before. Three-Body Universe’s global expansion continues with the Chinese version of Peacock in the “Three-Body” TV series.
Netflix produced three trailers for the upcoming series, each with over 10 million YouTube views. Netflix, the streaming network with the most users, invests heavily in Asian cultures and IP adaptation as well as American content.
Liu Cixin’s “The Three Body Problem” has captivated millions in China and abroad since 2006. The novel, the first Chinese to win a Hugo Award, has been translated into 35 languages. Television programs, animations, radio dramas, plays, and offline immersive experiences have been adapted for over 260 million fans worldwide.
