Critics have been bashing on the show, calling it a 'cliche dark and gritty take on a previously fun show'. This is not a 'dark' show - it's grounded. It feels logical and real. - the show is criticized for its family dynamic, and the fact that they talk more science than spending time bonding. The show uses science talk as bonding. Honestly; I had no interest in a reboot that embraced the 'campy' roots. I love that they took a pretty silly family show and took it seriously. The writing is solid (there are a ton of story threads and arcs that carefully play out over the course of the season, and actually pay off - it's really pretty impressive), the chemistry between the ensemble is fantastic. It's great seeing Toby Stephens again (I was a huge fan of Black Sails) - Molly Parker is a loving mother with a warrior spirit - the daughters are terrific - the robot design is super cool - but for me, it is young Maxwell Jenkins (as Will Robinson) that steals the show. He is an incredible actor and definitely one to watch. He is believable as the incredibly intelligent Will - but also carries some very heavy emotional scenes. (Episode 6: 'Eulogy' is a particular stand out) This show is definitely worth watching - Highly recommded.

So; what's with all the one and two star ratings? I think this is a case of spammers trying to sink the show - perhaps lashing out at Netflix original programming. (Google the current controversy between Netflix and the Cannes film festival. There are people that are quite invested in seeing Netflix fail) I don't know for sure - but the show is fantastic.

Simply; don't believe the (negative) hype. Check it out and judge for yourself.