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One of the perennial questions in science fiction, starting from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, has been what it means to be human. Thus it has always been concerned with psychology. What are the boundaries of humanity in mutated human beings and what influences people’s choices in ethics as explored in the TV science fiction new shows of the 2000s compared to previous approaches? Multiple personae , influence of mutation on taking parts in crucial controversies, deciphering life paths to glimpsed future and choosing true self out of various entaglements – some of the ways to probe the unknown and make human choices. The same search can be observed in the metaphysical fantastic series "Being Human" (both UK and US versions). And each time ethics proves to be the only path leading to a new stage in humanity development, linking humanism and transhumanism. The shows under consideration will include: Dark Angel (2000-2001) 4400 (2004-2007) Dollhouse (2009-2010) Flashforward (2009-2010) Being Erica (Canada, 2008-2011).