Viewers are hailing the historical drama series Chernobyl as a masterpiece, with many reporting they binge all episodes and immediately start the series again. The show, first released in 2019, has been labeled the "greatest TV show of all time" by numerous fans.
Fan Obsession and Reddit Praise
A Reddit user recently asked for a TV show that is "10/10 from start to finish," prompting a flood of responses praising Chernobyl. One commenter said: "Couldn't agree more. It's in my top 10 and possibly the greatest ever." Another added: "Literally came here to say exactly this." A third viewer wrote: "Watched it a few days ago - I binged the entire mini-series in one go and the only thing I could think when it finished was 'Freaking AWESOME series... I want to watch it again'."
Critical Acclaim and Ratings
The five-episode mini-series, which chronicles the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, boasts a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an impressive 9.3 out of 10 stars on IMDb. Upon its release, it garnered widespread critical praise for its performances, historical accuracy, atmosphere, tone, screenplay, cinematography, and musical score.
Where to Stream
The 2019 series, starring Jared Harris, Stellan Skarsgard, and Emily Watson, is available to stream on NOW TV. In April 2026, the multi-BAFTA winning production was made free-to-air on Sky Mix and Sky Atlantic to commemorate 40 years since the disaster. A new documentary series, Chernobyl: Inside the Meltdown, released in 2026, features survivors speaking publicly for the very first time and is available on Disney Plus. Additional documentaries, including What Happened on Chernobyl, can be found on BBC iPlayer.
