The science fiction dystopian drama is based on the Michael Crichton film of the same name. Premiering in 2016 on HBO in a technologically advanced wild west theme park that allows visitors to live out their illicit fantasies. The writing, acting and cinematography are all top notch with an excellent cast which includes Evan Rachel Wood, Anthony Hopkins, Thandie Newton, Ed Harris and Jeffrey Wright. Aaron Paul joined the cast for season 3 of West world.