I was never a fan of the original series. To me it was too campy and light-hearted given the family's circumstance. The only really interesting character was Dr. Smith and even his one-note self-absorbtion grew tiresome after a while. This reboot is very different. Darker. Less campy. More drama. And to me the tone seems far more appropriate than the original. The story is compelling and moves forward at a nice clip. The family dynamics are - well, not real-world realistic, but for TV they are above average realistic. The main theme, which I would say is "stick together and listen to one another because the world is dangerous and unpredictable" is timely and appropriate. Maxwell Jenkins, the young actor who plays Will is compelling to watch. He's quite good. And I love the robot - his design, his "character" are quite good as well. Having said that the writing does have a few clunkers. There are a few times when you say, "Wait, what?" One example, a pond that freezes solid in 20 seconds, but the people standing next to it don't. But there's far more good than bad about the show. If you expect to see the original series you won't find it here. But if you're open to a new version of the story this is an above-average TV sci-fi show. Finally, I feel compelled to address the many critical comments I've seen about the "PC-ness" of the show. Judy is played by an actress-of-color. Personally, I didn't care. It's not relevant at all to the story. If you find it hard to believe that humans of different color can be a family, I suggest the issue is with you, not the show. Maureen is not an obedient 1950s TV mom. She has ideas and opinions of her own and fights for what she believes is right. Again, I don't see the issue. And frankly, her strength does not reduce John's strength. Part of the show is about the two of them learning how to work together. Again, that seems timely and relevant. In our current socio-political climate, I'm not surprised some people don't like the show. No doubt they will see it as political "indoctrination". I guess if all people being created equal is indoctrination, then yes, I guess it is.