Strange World (1999)

In the shadowy realm where corporate giants fund cutting-edge science, Paul Turner, an ex-Government scientist, grapples with enigmas that baffle human comprehension. Haunted by a past spent battling the aftermath of chemical weapon exposure during the Gulf War, Turner's life took a miraculous turn when an elusive Asian woman appeared with a temporary cure. This miracle, however, was fleeting, his sickness often resurfacing only to be tamed by the woman's intermittent reappearances. After six years in isolation, Turner emerges from his seclusion to rejoin the Army as a Special Investigator. He's tasked with hunting down the world's modern-day Frankensteins, those who dabble in controversial sciences like cloning and genetic engineering. His conviction that the government's sluggishness and inefficiency leave humanity vulnerable to unchecked scientific advancement becomes increasingly evident as he delves deeper into his investigations. Turner's only lifelines in this dark world are his devoted girlfriend, Dr. Sidney MacMillan, who has stood by him through his harrowing journey, tirelessly seeking a lasting cure, and Major Lynne Reese, a wartime friend burdened with guilt over her inability to prevent his affliction. As Turner uncovers a labyrinth of secrets involving a clandestine organization and genetic engineering cover-ups, his enigmatic Asian savior's true intentions begin to unravel. As the stakes rise, Sidney finds herself confronted by a seemingly benevolent stranger who claims he can help cure Turner and expose the shadowy organization. But can this mysterious man be trusted? In this compelling series, the lines between ally and enemy blur, as the struggle for truth and survival ensails, revealing a 'Strange World' where nothing is as it seems.

Strange World is a drama show featuring Ben Derrick and created by Howard Gordon.

Strange World is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Pluto TV and Spectrum On Demand.