6 Pieces of Intel on HBO's Next Huge Dark Fantasy Series, Westworld

The show is about the beginning of artificial consciousness — think The Matrix or even Inception. In this new world, any and every sin, impulse, or dark tendency can be indulged. Suffice it to say, things seem to go south pretty fast.

FYI, this isn't exactly an original idea. It's based on a 1973 movie of the same name, which was written and directed by Michael Crichton. You can check out the original trailer for that film, if you want to see how they compare.

There's a stunning group of actors and actresses attached to the project: Anthony Hopkins, Ed Harris, Evan Rachel Wood, James Marsden, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright, and so many more!

Here's a sneak peek of what to expect. The whole sci-fi vs. old Western feel certainly makes for an interesting mashup, and the sinister underpinnings of the first season are already palpable.

Westworld comes to HBO on Oct. 2.