
The show For All Mankind begins with a major historical shift: the survival of Sergei Korolev, a key Soviet rocket scientist (played by Endre Hules). In reality, Korolev died during surgery, but in the show, he lives, leading to the Soviets winning the Space Race in 1969. This suggests that his death was the reason for their loss in our world. The Soviets landing on the Moon first then sparked a chain reaction, dramatically altering the show’s future. These changes have created many differences from our timeline, some more obvious than others. However, one particular consequence of this altered history remains a mystery, even as the show reaches its fifth season.