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Nautilus Debuts on AMC as Swashbuckling Steampunk Origin for Captain Nemo

After Disney+ let it drop, AMC launched the series this weekend with paired episodes that have drawn praise for their political edge

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"Nautilus" (AMC/AMC+)

Overview

  • The series launched with two episodes on AMC and AMC+ on June 29 and will roll out weekly episodes through August 15.
  • AMC Networks picked up the completed show after Disney+ dropped it, adding it to its linear and streaming lineup.
  • Created by James Dormer, the ten-episode first season charts Nemo’s journey from a deposed Indian prince to submarine commander.
  • Critics have praised its blend of lavish steampunk design, self-contained adventures and a predominantly people-of-color cast foregrounding antiimperialist narratives.
  • Early reviews caution that a second season may not materialize, potentially leaving some story arcs unresolved.