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Futurama
Matt Groening · Series · 1999
What kept you watching Futurama was the sharp, cynical humor that finds humanity and absurdity within the cold, overwhelming structures of a high-tech future.
Books on the same thread
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Douglas Adams · Book · 1979
Shares a thread with Futurama: Satirical Science Fiction.
Like Futurama, this story uses cosmic scale to highlight the absurdity of bureaucracy and existence, proving that the universe is just as confusing and disorganized as New New York.
Feed
M. T. Anderson · Book · 2012
Explores: Technological Dependence, Social Commentary, Consumerism.
If the corporate satire of Planet Express resonated with you, this look at technological dependence and consumerism offers a darker, more biting reflection of the world Futurama frequently lampoons.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
Gabrielle Zevin · Book · 2022
Explores: friendship, video game development, creative collaboration.
While grounded in reality, the focus on creative collaboration and the passage of time mirrors the deep, character-driven heart that occasionally anchors the chaotic sci-fi hijinks of Futurama.
The Martian Chronicles
Ray Bradbury · Book · 1977
Shares a thread with Futurama: Nostalgia.
This collection captures the same blend of nostalgia and planetary exploration found in Futurama, examining the consequences of humanity spreading its flaws across the stars with wit and melancholy.
Films on the same thread
The Matrix
Lana Wachowski · Film · 1999
Explores: Artificial Intelligence, Reality vs. Illusion, Free Will vs. Determinism.
Fans of Futurama will appreciate this take on a dystopian society where reality is an illusion, providing a serious counterpart to the show's own explorations of technological singularity and control.
Sleeper
Woody Allen · Film · 1973
Shares a thread with Futurama: Fish Out of Water.
This film is the spiritual ancestor to the fish-out-of-water premise of Futurama, delivering a similar satirical punch as a man wakes up centuries later to navigate a bizarre future regime.
Back to the Future
Robert Zemeckis · Film · 1985
Shares a thread with Futurama: Fish Out of Water.
The time travel mechanics and the fish-out-of-water humor that define Fry's journey in Futurama are present here, showcasing the same charm found in navigating a world you were not meant for.
Galaxy Quest
Dean Parisot · Film · 1999
Shares a thread with Futurama: Fish Out of Water.
This movie mirrors the way Futurama deconstructs science fiction tropes, using the same affectionate yet satirical lens to mock the space opera genre while still delivering a genuinely fun adventure.
Podcasts on the same thread
Recycle Bin
fpt. · Podcast · 2025
Explores: internet culture, tech industry news, casual conversation.
The humorous banter and satirical analysis of tech culture provide a real-world equivalent to the commentary Futurama offers regarding our inevitable march toward a strange, corporate-dominated future.
Grumpy Old Geeks
Jason DeFillippo & Brian Schulmeister with Dave Bittner · Podcast · 2026
Explores: cynicism, digital culture, corporate skepticism.
If the corporate skepticism in Futurama appealed to you, this podcast delivers the same unfiltered cynicism toward the tech industry, framed through a lens of sharp, witty, and relentless critique.
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Common questions
What is the premise of Futurama?
Futurama follows Philip J. Fry, a 20th-century pizza delivery boy who is cryogenically frozen for one thousand years. He wakes up in the 31st century and begins working for Planet Express, an interplanetary delivery company operating in a retro-futuristic version of New York City.
When does the story of Futurama take place?
The story of Futurama is set in the 31st century. The protagonist, Philip J. Fry, arrives in this future era after being frozen for one thousand years following his life in the late 20th century.
Who created the television show Futurama?
Futurama was created by Matt Groening. The series debuted in 1999 and depicts the adventures of Philip J. Fry as he navigates his new life as a delivery person for Planet Express in the 31st century.
Where does Philip J. Fry work in Futurama?
In Futurama, Philip J. Fry finds employment at Planet Express. This is an interplanetary delivery company located in a retro-futuristic version of New York City, where Fry works after being cryogenically frozen for one thousand years.