Summary
One matter I always appreciated about television receiver shows waswhen the story jumped into a parallel universe , but there were some that I wish we ’d seen more of . Some ofthe salutary television set shows of all timehave dig into the conception of their several universe being dissimilar from normal , which was often a refreshing and newfangled take on an already established fancied earth . However , the expert sci - fi idiot box shows everexecuted this premise the best overall .
Parallel universes have change depending on circumstance , have generally been physical places that a theatrical role visit by traveling across dimension . However , some were formed base on a significant alteration in a meter stream , which then create a brand - novel worldthat only exist because of one conclusion . In fact , some of my favorite goggle box shows were unity that swimmingly balanced more than one timeline at once . television receiver shows have introduced some attractively spring up parallel universes , but I always wished that they ’d go back in another sequence .
Multiple timelines can break a TV show if it is not put to death correctly , but thanks to talented creatives , there are flock of appearance that get it right .
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7The Phoenix Academy Timeline
The Umbrella Academy
Cast
There were loads ofinteresting timeline inThe Umbrella Academy , but one I wish that the show had spent additional clock time on is the Phoenix Academy . It only appears in season 4 in one brief scene , which was a really exciting minute . Even though the Umbrella and Sparrow group were glorious by themselves , the Phoenix Academy memberswere the ultimate incarnation of Reginald ’s superhero team . I sympathize that Lila and Five might not have want to stick around in the timeline for too long , peculiarly considering the clod of fire fly toward them , but I hoped there ’d be more .
Allison was also replace by another version of the Sparrows ’ Alphonso in the Phoenix timeline , and Fei joined as well .
The Phoenixes were all abrupt and arrogant , similar to the Sparrows , but even more brash . They were in reality enthusiastic about being Reginald ’s toy , andI’d love to know more about the rendering of the Hargreeves siblings that did n’t grow up under his thumb full of resentment . Allison was also replaced by another rendering of the dunnock ’ Alphonso in the Phoenix timeline , and Fei get together as well . I was intrigue to see further moments of this unearthly melding of the two mathematical group , but regrettably , this timeline was only on screen for a singular scene and never mentioned again .
6Sam & Dean Winchester Become Vampires
Supernatural - Season 15, Episode 9: The Trap
Even though it find in the final season , I had go for thatSupernaturalwould at least reference Sam and Dean Winchester ’s stints as vampire again . Despite the versions of the brothers being a part of a hereafter envisioned by Chuck , a timeline in which they ’d been successful in locking him away , it was great to see the pair change mintage for a while . The son had hunted all manner ofdemons and creatures inSupernatural , so it was quite comic that Chuck ’s imaginary revenge was to have them converted into vampires , out of all the determination he could have made .
The CW ’s Supernatural has been on TV for a foresightful fourth dimension and the two jumper lead , Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles have played many interpretation of Sam and Dean .
Vampire Sam and Dean did in short appear on a TV screen a few episodes later , but there was no further reference after this . grant , Sam was n’t go to permit the timeline to chance when he check Chuck ’s terror , but “ The Trap ” had the potency to be its own spinoff . However , this timeline did wedge Sam to acknowledge Eileen ’s death properly . Despite Sam being decapitated by Bobby , Dean ’s fate was left unclear . I ’m curious to know how vampire Dean ’s biography panned out after this and memorise whether he survived or tramp the world of demon alone , this time as one himself .
5The Switched Up Cooper Family
Young Sheldon - Season 4, Episode 17: A Black Hole
“ A Black Hole ” was my favorite and one ofthe best episode ofYoung Sheldon . There were a couple of realities in this episode , butthe very good was how each of the characters around the dinner table was completely demoralize in their original . Sheldon was the only normal child , and Missy was now a genius . George Sr . and Mary also switched , with the football game coach becoming consecrate to religion and the housewife swapping her apron for a company lifestyle . Georgie ’s thick curl disappeared , and John became a cowboy . However , alternative Connie was by far the funniest .
The obsession with therapy and psychoanalysis , the button - up shirt , prehend a deoxyephedrine of wine , and even the bone were all textbook Beverly .
I absolutely loved uptight New Yorker Connie because it was clear that this version of her was supposed to beBeverly Hofstadter fromThe Big Bang Theory . The fixation with therapy and analysis , the button - up shirt , cling to a glass of wine , and even the pearls were all textbook Beverly . I hump that situation comedy do n’t tend to revisit these alternative worlds in the main , butit would ’ve been awing if Sheldon had continued this narrative in his mind . However , it ’s unlikely he ’d ever want to countenance Missy be the maven of the family , even if it was imaginary .
4Pete’s World Led By Cybermen
Doctor Who - Seasons 2 & 4
Many ofthe greatestDoctor WhostoriesfromRussell T. Davies ’ original earned run average were dedicated to the going of Rose Tyler in a parallel universe . Although the alternate existence was mentioned a lot through season 2 , 3 , and 4 ofDoctor Who , afterRose returned to Pete ’s World with the Metacrisis Doctorin “ journey End , ” all citation of it disappeared . I thought this was a gripping premise , but my result was n’t with what pass to Rose ; it was the Cybermen . Mickey remain with Jake to tackle several Cyberfactories worldwide , but there was no clarification as to how that deputation went .
Obviously , some Cybermen slue past the dyad , as Earth was invaded in “ Doomsday . ” However , it was n’t establish whether the Cybers were whole stopped in the parallel universe or not . The Doctor planned to mail Rose there to be good , at least initially , so it was presumed to be safe . ButDoctor Whonever actually confirm what that world looked like after the downfall of John Lumic , and Rose and Mickey were too meddlesome in “ Journeys End ” to discourse the subject . I go for Russell T. Davies would recognize this when he return for the Fourteenth Doctor ’s era , but alas , he did n’t .
3Lister’s Twins' Homeworld
Red Dwarf - Season 2, Episode 6: Parallel Universe
One of the master grounds I foundRed Dwarf greatwas that it did n’t take itself so in earnest , like in the time of year 2 episode “ Parallel Universe . ” It was a hilarious idea for the team , especially Lister , to meet their distaff counterparts . It advertize the guys to reassess their attitudes by visiting a universe in which charwoman were the superior sex , but Lister ’s pregnancy was a sincerely mind - shatter moment for him that was very much deserved . What was so weird about this , however , was that after Lister give birth to twins and institutionalize them back to the parallel universe , everything was forgotten .
The voyage home is n’t over yet , as the barebones and hapless four - man crew of the Red Dwarf prepare to return for another three installment in 2025 .
Lister ’s pregnancy was aTV show storyline that was abandoned and criticized for it . I always thought it was bizarre thatRed Dwarfput so much movement into constitute this female - led human race and introducing the Gemini just to reduce the plot short . The show revisited the concept of parallel universes in late season , but it on the face of it disregard such a monumental piece of fictional character developmentfor not just Lister , but everyone involved . The twins grew up to full grownup in three days , but I desperately wanted to see Lister go back and break in on them at a later point .
2Farnsworth’s Box
Futurama - Season 4, Episode 15: The Farnsworth Parabox
Considering how round the bend Professor Farnsworth ’s inventions were , I ’ve always been surprised thatFuturamanever brought back his parallel creation box . “ The Farnsworth Parabox ” allowed theFuturamacharacters to meet alternating versions of themselves , butthe reason why this particular concept was so interesting was that the distinctions between the Planet Express crews were rather minimal . It was primarily strong-arm appearances , though , and the color of Fry and Leela ’s hair’s-breadth , Zoidberg ’s carapace , and Bender ’s casing were all different . Farnsworth ’s box folded in on itself after everyone returned to their correct universes , and it seemed like the new populace was destroy .
Futurama ’s title card gag can often be self - referential , but one of the most late prank miss the shade of a show lightly making fun of itself .
However , it was never officially affirm . Plus , Farnsworth famously meddle with time and space on the regular , and something as simple as the box ’s destruction would never stop him from access it again . I have always lovedFuturama ’s want of consideration for the rule of sci - fi , but that ’s what made it so vivid and one ofthe best renovate goggle box shows ever . Even still , I still hoped thatFuturamawould revisit that parallel cosmos at some point , as it would have been great to see more of the alternate Leela and Fry ’s marriage .
1Pillow World
Adventure Time - Season 5, Episode 16: Puhoy
The Pillow World parallel existence that Finn explored in theAdventure Timeepisode “ Puhoy ” stood out because it see the theatrical role take some clock time for himself to excogitate . Finn ’s young dimension within Jake ’s pillow garrison was a bright clever idea , peculiarly because it was a lenient and dependable place for him to suppose over his feelings for Flame Princess . I loved Pillow World for several reasons , but especially because I want to join Finn there myself . Everything was made out of some strain of bedding , even the skyline , which was absolutely endearing .
Finn the Human and Flame Princess break up after having too many obstacles ; but in 1 comic escapade , them continue together might ’ve stop the world .
Although it was never confirmed as to whether Pillow World was a ambition or not , Adventure Time ’s lorefrequently evidence that there were few restriction when it get to alternative world . Some of these worldly concern were revisit inAdventure Timeafter its initial episodes , like Farmworld , but I was always disappointed that the show did n’t reprise the pillow fort universe as a mise en scene . I ’d love to know more about Jake ’s pillow family and finally get word the secret of the red door as well .
