Apple TV+‘s post-apocalyptic drama set in a world where humanity has lost the ability to see became a showcase for Jason Momoa’s action chops and disability representation in speculative fiction.
High-Concept Launch
See premiered as one of Apple TV+‘s three flagship series in November 2019. Created by Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders), the show imagines a future where a virus killed most of humanity and left survivors blind, forcing them to rebuild society without sight.
Jason Momoa starred as Baba Voss, a warrior and leader of the Alkenny tribe, in his first major TV role after Aquaman’s theatrical success.
Worldbuilding and Action
The show’s elaborate worldbuilding—depicting how architecture, warfare, and social structures would adapt to a sightless world—impressed viewers. Fight choreography featuring blind combatants created unique action sequences relying on sound and proximity.
The series employed blind and low-vision consultants to ensure authentic representation, with blind actors in significant roles throughout the cast.
Expensive Production
Reportedly costing $15 million per episode, See was one of TV’s most expensive series. Filming locations in British Columbia created a lush, post-apocalyptic aesthetic distinct from typical dystopian shows.
Three Season Run
The show ran for three seasons (2019-2022), concluding with its originally planned ending. While never achieving mainstream cultural penetration like other Apple TV+ hits, it developed a dedicated fanbase and served as proof-of-concept for Apple’s willingness to fund ambitious genre storytelling.
Momoa’s Television Return
See marked Momoa’s return to television as a lead after Game of Thrones, demonstrating his ability to carry a series and cementing his action-hero status across multiple franchises.
References: Apple TV+ press releases, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, production budgets