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Season 1 – Defiance

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It's the middle of the 21st century and there are new rules and a completely altered landscape on Earth after three decades of alien races arriving on the planet. Mysterious Nolan and his charge, Irisa, come to the town of Defiance, located atop the ruins of what was St. Louis, in an attempt to keep things in order as humans and aliens try to coexist. Events occur that threaten to disrupt the peace the town has fought to establish. In what Syfy is calling a first-ever convergence of TV and online gaming, each happening -- both in the show and in the companion video game -- affects what happens in the other medium, and the two evolve together as one story.
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Defiance — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Defiance is watchable for its keen loyalty to science fiction and a well-told story.

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Jeff Jensen Entertainment Weekly 05/15/2013
B+
I am engaged by the show's lively metaphor for a polyglot culture fractured by tribalism and Otherness, for a world that can easily put aside past pain and present differences to tackle a common threat. Go to Full Review Diane Werts Newsday 04/16/2013
B-
Four hours in, I'm guardedly curious enough to play -- make that watch -- along for a little while. Go to Full Review Tim Goodman The Hollywood Reporter 04/16/2013
Defiance gets credit for being ambitious and creative. Go to Full Review Ethan Alter Television Without Pity 10/15/2013
Defiance's first season was never appointment television like Battlestar Galactica, but it's solid meat-and-potatoes sci-fi that has the potential to get better the longer it remains on the air. Go to Full Review Jesse Schedeen IGN Movies 06/26/2013
9/10
With a hefty dose of darkness and some strong character growth on various fronts, this episode really showcased Defiance's storytelling potential. Go to Full Review Tom Conroy Media Life 04/16/2013
The narrative energy flags, and the characters become less interesting. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lewis M @Ontvag Jan 11 While replete with predictable cliches and the well worn Star Wars Bar ambiance, the series is captivating with its excellent character development, and engaging with its well played action sequences. The science is plausible, as is the universally appealing plot point of a small beleaguered community rallying to somehow fend off the bad guys. It s fun ride. See more Alessandro A Oct 28 The show strutted in with all the promise of being bold and original, but within minutes it was back in the dusty saloon of clichés. U.S. writers seem chained to their frontier tropes, even when they dress them up in alien landscapes and futuristic tech. More than sci‑fi, it often feels like a space‑Western on autopilot. See more IIGIBB0II Jul 25 Amazing, everyone I've introduced this series to, absolutely loves it! See more adures s 04/01/2021 It was good enough to watch, but there is definately some problem with narration and plot. Characters are likeable. See more 05/22/2020 כל כך חבל שסגרו את הסדרה הזאת See more 08/28/2019 Too many characters, no focus, dialogue is 50% gibberish, Maralyn Manson has his own alien race, sound effects are at deafening volume, & I couldn't even tell you what the plot was. See more Read all reviews
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Grant Bowler

Joshua Nolan

Julie Benz

Amanda Rosewater

Stephanie Leonidas

Irisa

Tony Curran

Datak Tarr

Jaime Murray

Stahma Tarr

Graham Greene

Rafe McCawley

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 15, 2013 Pilot In the year 2046, various alien races try to maintain the fragile peace on Earth. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 15, 2013 Pilot In the year 2046, various alien races try to maintain the fragile peace on Earth. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 22, 2013 Down in the Ground Where the Dead Men Go Amanda faces off with Datak; Nolan and Rafe try to apprehend Ben deep in the ruins of Old St. Louis. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 29, 2013 The Devil in the Dark The murder of two humans unleashes insects on the town; Irisa begins to have visions again; Sukar tries to help Irisa use her ability. Details Episode 5 Aired May 6, 2013 A Well Respected Man Kenya tries to amend the corrupt affairs of Tirra, a NeedWant employee. Details Episode 6 Aired May 13, 2013 The Serpent's Egg Nolan and Amanda are hijacked as they escort Rynn to prison; Irisa holds the man she is convinced tortured her. Details Episode 7 Aired May 20, 2013 Brothers in Arms Nolan gets a blast from the past while a Castithan fugitive wreaks havoc in Defiance. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 3, 2013 Goodbye Blue Sky When the area is hit by a deadly Razor Rain storm, the people of Defiance must run for cover and stay indoors, where they discover truths about themselves and their neighbors. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 10, 2013 I Just Wasn't Made for These Times In the aftermath of the big storm, Nolan and Tommy discover an American astronaut who has been in an induced sleep for the past several decades. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 17, 2013 If I Ever Leave This World Alive A deadly plague ravages the town; racial tensions escalate when the Irathients, who are immune to the virus, are quarantined. Details Episode 11 Aired Jun 24, 2013 The Bride Wore Black The town of Defiance is shocked when the remains of a prominent businessman who disappeared almost six years ago, are discovered hidden in the walls of the NeedWant. Details Episode 12 Aired Jul 1, 2013 Past Is Prologue Amanda's mayoral campaign is jeopardized when Nolan is involved in an accident just before the election; the town to questions Amanda's decision to appoint him as Lawkeeper. Details Episode 13 Aired Jul 8, 2013 Everything Is Broken The citizens of Defiance prepare to cast their votes for mayor; Nolan is violently confronted with his past; Irisa must decide whether or not to embrace her destiny. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Kevin Murphy, Mike Nelson, Michael Taylor, Rockne S. O'Bannon
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 15, 2013
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