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What/If

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What/If is a science fiction television series investigating alternate realities. It constructs detailed scenarios based on "what if" questions, exploring significant deviations from known history. The show’s strength lies in its complex narratives and examination of cause-and-effect within these constructed timelines. It appeals to viewers interested in philosophical explorations of choice, consequence, and the nature of reality particularly those who enjoy thought-provoking dystopian stories.

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What is What/If about?

What/If is a 2019 Netflix anthology thriller created by Mike Kelley. Its first season follows newlyweds Lisa and Sean Donovan after an influential investor offers them a morally troubling deal.

Who stars in the first season of What/If?

Renée Zellweger plays Anne Montgomery, while Jane Levy and Blake Jenner play Lisa and Sean Donovan. The season uses their marriage, careers, and secrets to explore the consequences of Anne's offer.

Is What/If about alternate realities?

Despite the title and the catalog description, the Netflix series is not primarily a science-fiction alternate-history show. It is a contemporary moral thriller built around hypothetical choices and their consequences.

How many seasons of What/If are there?

Netflix released one season in 2019. It is an anthology-style concept, but no second season followed the first season's storyline.

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