It’s the end of August when we chat, but for Alexander Skarsgård, it’s Christmas. Well, in terms of work, at least. He dials ...

The 10-episode first season of “Murderbot” premieres May 16. The season’s first two installments will drop that day, followed by a new episode every Friday after that through July 11.

Yet the undeniable physical allure of a Skarsgård truly could be an issue. That will be a fine line to walk since the Murderbot (or SecUnit) is referred to as “it” by other characters in the ...