Goodbye Earth poses a thought-provoking question: What would you do if you had only 200 days left to live? Asteroid Dina is hurtling toward Earth with lethal certainty, and its chosen point of impact is South Korea. While some residents manage to flee, the government has enacted evacuation plans, but not everyone can be saved. This leaves some to face the daunting choice of how to spend their final 200 days.
The series kicks off with a bang, featuring high-quality CGI that includes dinosaurs racing away—a nod to the asteroid that also sealed their fate.
Following the spectacle, there’s a shift to tranquility, emphasizing that Goodbye Earth is a profoundly human story, grounded in emotion, character, and the stark realities within a dwindling hope, yet where smiles still find a way to shine through.
This heartwarming series places the human existence at its core, brimming with hope and faith in humanity.
About the Series Goodbye Earth
Reminiscent of “Don’t Look Up” (2021), starring Leonardo DiCaprio, and the apocalyptic theme of an asteroid threatening Earth, Goodbye Earth unfolds a similar tale—yet asks, what if you only had 200 days of life remaining? Far from a comedy, the series leans more towards the humanistic essence of “Deep Impact” (1998), focusing less on parody and more on the human element. Instead of dazzling special effects, it offers viewers something unexpected, achieving a unique blend of originality in its premise and intent.
Woven through various interlinked narratives is a common thread: unyielding faith in humanity and the determination to persevere.
Perspectives
Goodbye Earth also explores diverse viewpoints on a global tragedy, touching on governmental, military, and logistical aspects. It scrutinizes crisis management yet never strays from its central narrative—the people, their emotions, and the underlying belief that, despite life’s end, the will to continue endures.
The series also integrates religious themes without being preachy or didactic.
It introduces elements of a thriller in one of its storylines and confronts the theme of denialism, a relevant issue even in this fictional context.
Our Take
A beautifully poignant series, Goodbye Earth excels in pacing and performances. It’s a narrative that invites viewers to immerse themselves in a story of profound faith in humanity.
For those drawn to sentimental storytelling, it’s a perfect watch.
