David Tennant’s Cult-Classic Space Opera Is A Masterclass In Blurring Genres, But It’s Nearly Impossible To Find

Published Nov 13, 2026, 8:30 AM EST Memory Ngulube joined Screen Rant in April 2024 as part of the Movies and TV team. Since then, she has written for the Perennials and Streaming team, covering a wide range of topics from new releases to old movies and TV shows. Memory is currently a Classic TV writer. Before joining Screen Rant, Memory was a freelance copywriter who specialized in email marketing and social media management. While she enjoyed her job, her true passion was always movies and TV. When she isn’t writing for Screen Rant, Memory can be found reading, baking (which is one of her passions), or watching her favorite K-drama. Best known for his role as the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who, David Tennant’s impressive filmography stretches across multiple genres. From playing the chilling Kilgrave in Marvel's Jessica Jones to portraying troubled detective Alec Hardy in Broadchurch, Tennant has repeatedly won viewers over with his grounded performances. While most of his work is well known, one of his more overlooked performances came in an animated science-fiction series that deserves more attention. Originally premiering in 2018, Final Space is an unconventional space opera that is not defined by one genre. Created by Olan Rogers, the three-season series follows Gary Goodspeed (Rogers), an impulsive astronaut serving a prison sentence aboard a spaceship, whose encounter with an adorable but powerful alien sets him on a dangerous journey across the galaxy. Tennant plays Final Space’s primary antagonist, the Lord Commander. The Scottish actor brings a charming yet sinister energy to his character, making it even more lamentable that the show isn’t as popular as it should be. Unfortunately, discovering this underrated animated gem has become almost as difficult as escaping the universe-threatening dangers depicted in the show itself. Despite developing a devoted fanbase and running for three seasons, Final Space was removed from major streaming platforms. Final Space Is A Genre-Bending Cult-Classic Space Opera Final Space is the kind of series that wholeheartedly embraces its absurdity. The show largely fits into the sci-fi genre, but that doesn’t mean it doesn't dabble in other categories of storytelling. Final Space has no qualms about effortlessly shifting between space-adventure stories and humor. Gary is an eccentric, often obnoxious protagonist whose reckless behavior provides plenty of comedic entertainment. Though the comedy is front and center, Final Space is also a surprisingly emotional show that delves into Gary’s loneliness and need to find a meaningful connection. While the series features familiar space opera elements, the central mystery revolves around Final Space, a mysterious dimension inhabited by monstrous beings known as Titans. These creatures threaten the entire universe, giving the series a cosmic-horror feel, while Tennant's Lord Commander serves as the note-perfect master antagonist. It’s Now Almost Impossible To Find Final Space On Any Network Or Streaming Service Final Space has one of the saddest journeys in TV history. The series was not only canceled after airing its first two seasons on TBS, followed by its third and final installment on Adult Swim, but it is nearly impossible to watch or stream anywhere. In 2022, Warner Bros. Discovery began changing its streaming strategy after the merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery. As the company looked for ways to reduce costs and manage its financial obligations, it began removing several original productions from HBO Max. Some of these programs were written off for tax purposes. Unfortunately, Final Space was among the casualties. The situation became even worse for global audiences. Although Final Space disappeared from HBO Max in the United States, Netflix continued carrying the series in several international territories because it had previously acquired distribution rights. However, those licensing agreements were not permanent. Netflix eventually removed all three seasons from its international catalog on December 16, 2023, with some territories retaining the series until 2024. Though it seems like all hope is lost when it comes to watching Final Space, there is some light at the end of the tunnel. The first season of the series is available to purchase on Amazon, and it is available to stream on Apple TV in selected countries. The space opera can also be streamed on Kinopoisk. Scratch & Peek Identify the cover art while scratching off as little foil as possible. Final Space seasons 1 and 2 have Blu-ray versions, but the final installment does not. While the animated series didn't get the closure it deserved, Olan Rogers completed Gary’s story in a graphic novel available for purchase. Release Date 2018 - 2021-00-00