A rocky start like Star Trek Next Gen, but an excellent show. My impression after the first few episodes was that this should have been called "Lost in Peyton Space" due to over-drama and EVERYONE in the dysfunctional Robinson family keeping secrets. However, it brought itself through in the second half of the season. Dr Smith, rather than the comic, harmless character, is so realistic as the deadbeat but brilliant villain who blames her problems on everyone else ("I'm not really a bad person"), that she was difficult to watch. We all know someone like this. Maureen is too much of a control freak, but eventually softens. The emphasis on family is refreshing. Despite their problems, they still stick together because "We're Robinsons". As with any new show, the characters take a while to find their personalities. The shows manages to keep a constant level of suspense without overdoing it. The technology is believable, special effects not overdone. I hope Netflix produces another season. We can't leave them stranded in space AGAIN.