In this edition, aussie zombies are back in cinemas this week, a sneak peek at season 3 of The Orville, a look ahead to sci-fi slated for streaming services and best actor (film) nominations announced for the Ion Sci-Fi Screen Awards.
NASA have paid a small tribute to one of our favourite shows, The Orville, by using several character names and a fictional off world medical school in an example table in an official document.
ROSES - Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences - 2023. It's not quite as interesting as a talking flower voiced by Bruce Willis but Seth and the rest of The Orville gang are probably pleased.
This week a closer look at The Mandalorian season three including a high-profile new cast member, fan favourites and an Aussie connection in new retro sci-fi series Hello Tomorrow!, proudly evil new strategy game Industries of Titan and the kids take over on new Syfy series The Ark.
TVLine has published an official no update update on The Orville's season 4 renewal status, with a quote from Craig Erwich, President, ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals.
While some (eg. ScreenRant) are decrying doom it's really a no news message.
This week sci-fi heavyweights line up in the Saturn Award nominations, is a fourth season of The Mandalorian already on the way, new trailers but more delays for sci-fi games, a Doctor Who regeneration twist and a rookie presenter fills in for Raymond.
Seth MacFarlane has pegged the current odds of The Orville getting a fourth season at 50-50, but its imminent (August 10) worldwide release on Disney+ could improve its outlook.
He also laid to rest concerns about the availability of both himself and other cast in the event of renewal.
