Beacon 23 is an American science fiction psychological thriller television series created by Zak Penn, based on the short story series of the same name by Hugh Howey. Starring Lena Headey and Stephan James, the show is a co-production between Spectrum and Boat Rocker Media. Although originally greenlit by Spectrum Originals and AMC Networks, the series premiered on MGM+ on November 12, 2023, in the United States. The second season is scheduled to premiere on April 7, 2024. Set in the 23rd century, Beacon 23 takes place on a remote "lighthouse" in space. ()