Oh, I do need to try The Orville. I'm catching up on Man In The High Castle just now and only have time for one at a time, but I'll try.
The very first Frakes episode had its moments but I was already irritated by so many characters that I didn't care. I'm actually pleased I was able to recognise the signs in time to not waste more time actually watching the thing.
A lot of characters grated, for sure. I probably wouldn't have got past episode 2 if I did have a week in bed with flu. It definitely improved after around episode 4, but overall it's a cack Trek.
I haven't even started Man in the High Castle yet. Only finished Breaking Bad over xmas :$
I have managed to watch the first 3 so far but I have found little reason to continue, as you said, life is too short!