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Season 1 – Ascension

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In 1963 the American government begins a covert mission sending hundreds of people on a centurylong journey aboard the starship Ascension. Its goal: to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the trip, the murder of a young woman -- as Ascension approaches the point of no return -- prompts some to question the project. The crime is investigated by 1st Officer Oren Gault, born to maintenance workers on the spacecraft, and Emily Vanderhaus is the victim's sister. Other travelers include Capt. William Denninger and wife Viondra.
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Ascension — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The characters in Ascension lack the depth that is necessary for its dramatic elements, but its premise may be smart enough to hold the interest of sci-fi fans.

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Andrew Male The Times (UK) Aug 26, 2022
... Has a unique peculiarity that can be summed up simply as Mad Men in Space but is far stranger and unsettling than that makes it sound. Go to Full Review Jeff Jensen Entertainment Weekly Apr 8, 2020
B-
A charitable read: Ascension was challenging a genre to dream better. Go to Full Review Brian Moylan Guardian Apr 8, 2020
The show looks bright and slick, expertly setting the scene and the culture of Ascension in a believable and detailed way. Go to Full Review Alexander Joenks Pajiba Apr 8, 2020
It is excellent science fiction, and I urge such minded individuals to watch it. And be patient with it. Go to Full Review Michael Ahr Den of Geek Apr 8, 2020
4/5
In perhaps the most surprising turn of the evening, the show completely betrays the audience's expectations for a space drama and gives us instead The Truman Show in space. Go to Full Review Merrill Barr Forbes Apr 8, 2020
Part of what makes Ascension excellent is its genuine commitment to surprise and pace. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 23, 2025 6 successful episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more LL S @RT94144845 May 28, 2024 Very promising premise hampered by mediocre execution, though the final act ends on such a strong note that it's a tragedy we'll never know what happens next. See more Jul 23, 2021 Another Mystery-Box'y show. Half the People have one or two intrigue's running, a skeleton in the closet and one big Secret wich blows in the most Drama-Effectiv Moment. See more Apr 23, 2019 I absolutely loved the series. Just found it on Netflix. The story has a lot of interesting characters with their own motivations. The sets are amazingly created.it has so much mystery that I was hooked with every episode. It's a must watch. Please watch one episode and think for yourself And don't let me or anyone stop you from giving this show a chance. Especially the idiots that rated it a bad score. I really hope this site gets taken down one day. With all these wannabe movie critics that can't enjoy anything because someone must have cut out part of their brain that holds any imaginations whatsoever, please don't read their bullcrap and give it one episode. Thanks and sorry for being four years late. See more Feb 15, 2019 The only tragedy is that it ended with just the mini series... See more Nov 21, 2018 Great idea, bad execution. Also, the marketing 'bait and switch' didn't do the show any favors. As the wikipedia article mentioned, the marketing and synopsis made it seem that the premise was one thing when in fact it was another. Also, I would like to stress that the actual plot of the show was far more interesting than what I thought the plot was in episode 1. But it took at least 3 episodes to give the audience something good. That's where the show failed to capture audience. Sadly, this will just be archived as another great idea that they dropped the ball on. See more Read all reviews
Ascension — Season 1

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Philip Levens

Creator

Adriana Cruz

Creator

Adrian Cruz

Creator

Rob Lieberman

Director

Mairzee Almas

Director

Nicholas Copus

Director

Episodes

Episode 2 Aired Dec 15, 2014 Chapter One, Part 2 The murder mystery deepens, and the investigation threatens to expose secrets about Project Ascension. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three More light is shed on Christa, while Viondra uses a power surge to her advantage; Duke leaves Emily when she confirms her affair with Gault. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 16, 2014 Chapter Two, Part 1 Gault investigates an explosion on Ascension and Enzmann deals with a consultant Director Warren has hired to investigate Stokes' death and keep an eye on him. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 16, 2014 Chapter Two, Part 2 Gault investigates an explosion on Ascension and Enzmann deals with a consultant Director Warren has hired to investigate Stokes' death and keep an eye on him. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three, Part 1 Lorelei reveals a secret from beyond the grave that disrupts Ostara and provokes a power struggle on Ascension. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three, Part 2 Christa's powers create chaos on Ascension and Globus, allowing Krueger and Stokes to escape. Details

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Ascension — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Robert Lieberman, Mairzee Almas, Nick Copus
Creator
Philip Levens, Adriana Cruz, Adrian Cruz
Executive Producer
Philip Levens, Jason Blum, Ivan Fecan, Tim Gamble, Brett Burlock, Mark Stern
Screenwriter
Adriana Cruz, Philip Levens, Melody Fox
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-14 (V|L)
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 15, 2014
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