I grew up with the original series and have never stopped watching it (the blu-ray release is truly amazing). I was first in line to see the film, and was sorely disappointed by the negative characters and the "look"... So this morning when I chanced to discover this new series on Netflix I had to grit my teeth, fully prepared to hate it. But I didn't hate it. By the third episode I was hooked.

Pros: The show's visuals are stunning and far better than anything I've seen on TV before. The acting is first-rate. There is actual character development!

Cons: As with the original, all science seems to be thrown out the window. Not wild about the new robot design. Too many flashbacks. I would have preferred a more traditional timeline.

Danger! Danger, Will Robinson: I know happy families aren't as dramatically satisfying as families with issues, but this series is treading on the ground that ruined the film for most of us. Midway through the first season things are developing and showing signs of better relationships to come -But I hope the series' writers don't fall into the trap of making things too dark and negative.

I don't know why this show has attracted so many virulent attacks for its alleged political correctness. Trolls? Bots? Kremlin agents? Ignore them, whatever they are. This series is interesting and engaging, and well worth a look.