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Metro
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
You can now binge all 4 seasons of 'mind-blowing' sci-fi series for free on ITVX
If you're in search of a solid genre romp, ITV has just added four seasons of a Roswell-set alien mystery series. Based on Melinda Metz's Roswell High series of novels, the sci-fi drama Roswell, New Mexico is about a bunch of extraterrestrial beings who infiltrate small town America – except, they're the good guys. With a third and fourth season that have never aired in the UK before, the first season kicks off with the return of Liz Ortecho, a scientist played by Jeanine Mason, who finds not much has changed in her hometown. Amid government cuts in biomedical research, Liz is forced back home to live with her father, after first leaving town in the wake of her younger sister Rosa's death. Many of her classmates from her high school days are still stuck in Roswell – the infamous ground zero for alien activity in the US – including her former crush Max Evans (Nathan Dean Parsons), who's now a local police officer. As Liz starts to get close to Max again (sparks naturally flying) she learns he isn't quite what he seems. In a twist straight out of Apple TV Plus's Sugar, Max is in fact a member of an alien race that crash landed in the 1940s. He has kept his unearthly-ness hidden all this time. But a government conspiracy threatens to expose Max and his family – and could endanger not only their lives, but his newfound romance with Liz… Dun, dun, dun! If this sounds a bit like The Vampire Diaries or Pretty Little Liars type of soapy drama, it has a couple of stars from those shows – Michael Trevino and Tyler Blackburn. This, of course, throws a dash of the sci-fi into the mix for a result fans have gushed about on Google reviews of the show, which first aired between 2019 and 2022 in the US. Saskia Robbiati described the show as 'amazing' and the chemistry between Liz and Max is 'undeniable', adding: 'I really appreciate how relevant the show is to today's issues, focusing on immigration and all forms of prejudice with humanity and depth. 'The show is action-packed, the chemistry and acting are on point and the mystery is really interesting.' More Trending Stephanie gushed: 'Roswell, New Mexico is one of my new favorite shows on television! It's amazing and has a great cast, plus I'm a die hard Originals and Vampire Diaries fan.' James Bertamini chimed in: 'Show is absolutely terrific!! Roswell is a must see for anyone who loves alien movies or shows. 'I put off watching it for years (although an alien buff) . I thought Hollywood did Roswell to death, but this show is different. The storyline is well thought-out, and the acting is superb. My hat is off to the creators of this mind-blowing series.' View More » Roswell, New Mexico is available to stream on ITVX. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Woman abandoned at birth meets dad who 'never knew she existed' 24 years later MORE: Who are the Women's Euro 2025 presenters, pundits and commentators? MORE: Cheryl 'in talks to make major TV return with famous pal' after 5 years
Daily Mirror
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV quietly adds 'captivating' mystery after fans rave over four seasons
ITV has subtly added all four series of a beloved mystery drama to its streaming platform. Roswell, New Mexico, originally broadcast on The CW from 2019 to 2002. The show is a reboot of the 1999 version, inspired by the Roswell High book series penned by Melinda Metz. Featuring Jeanine Mason, Nathan Dean and Michael Vlamis, the plot centres around Liz, the daughter of undocumented immigrants, who returns to her hometown of Roswell in New Mexico a decade after her older sister's death, only to uncover a startling secret about her teenage sweetheart, Max. It transpires that he is an alien who has been concealing his supernatural abilities and true identity for years. As Liz and Max rekindle their relationship, she strives to safeguard his secret. However, when a violent incident suggests there are more aliens on Earth, his concealed identity becomes jeopardised, reports Devon Live. "The politics of fear and hatred that run rampant in Roswell threaten to expose Max and his family and could endanger his deepening romance with well as their lives," the synopsis hints. In addition to Grey's Anatomy star Jeanine and General Hospital actor Nathan, the cast boasts Lily Cowles, Tyler Blackburn, Heather Hemmens and Michael Trevino. Fans have been singing the praises of the series since its initial airing. A viewer was effusive in their praise, saying: "This tv series is worth your time no matter who you are. Roswell New Mexico is my ultimate favourite tv show without doubt. From the excellent direction to captivating storyline. This tv series deserves more appreciation. its authenticity makes it even more enticing to watch." Another confessed their adoration for the show, remarking: "I love this show! Modern, smart, great at dodging some of the more cliché tropes-also has some really great acting." In a spirited review, a third fan declared: "This generates the adrenaline.. It felt like I had permanent goosebumps the entire show! I just love how every character has a role and has a part to play and is important.. This series has a good unpredictable plot. This show is VERY UNDERRATED." While Roswell, New Mexico got the chop from The CW, the finale gave fans closure, serving as a dignified farewell not originally planned. Showrunner Chris Hollier shared with EW the ambitions laid to rest due to the cancellation: "This [finale] was intended to help launch us to a nice wrap-up of season five. More craziness would've followed." He discussed what might have been, including time leaps towards a "legacy ending": "What does it mean when you start to find the people that you want to be with? How do you actually go and generate your own happy ever after? I loved where we were going to take those characters." Hollier revealed tantalising glimpses into a future that will never be aired: "We were talking about setting the ending multiple years in the future. It would've been another wrap-up with where all of our couples were." Roswell, New Mexico is available to watch on ITVX.
