The Expanse (2015)
English · Drama / Mystery
★ 8.1 Solid 2,930 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 14 Dec 2015
Page updated 25 Sept 2026
The Expanse is streaming in New Zealand on Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
The Expanse ranked near the top of that week's English series crop. It holds an 8.1/10 on TMDB from 2,930 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. In New Zealand you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Is it worth starting?
This is 6 seasons deep — English drama with a mystery streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 8.1/10 on 2,930 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
A thriller set two hundred years in the future following the case of a missing young woman who brings a hardened detective and a rogue ship's captain together in a race across the solar system to expose the greatest conspiracy in human history.
Good to know
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Mark Fergus
Cast

Steven Strait
Jim Holden

Dominique Tipper
Naomi Nagata

Wes Chatham
Amos Burton

Shohreh Aghdashloo
Chrisjen Avasarala

Frankie Adams
Bobbie Draper

Cara Gee
Camina Drummer
Where to watch in New Zealand
Amazon Prime Video
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is The Expanse worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.1/10 on audience ratings. This is 6 seasons deep — English drama with a mystery streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
Where can I watch The Expanse?
You can stream The Expanse in New Zealand on Amazon Prime Video.
What language is The Expanse in?
The Expanse is an English series (Drama / Mystery).
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