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Season 1 – Resurrection

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Jacob, an 8-year-old American, wakes up in a rural Chinese province, with no idea how he got there. When Jacob recalls that he is from Arcadia, Mo., an immigration agent takes him home to an elderly couple -- who lost their son Jacob when he drowned more than 30 years ago. Despite their changed appearance, Jacob recognizes his mother and father. As those closest to the family try to unravel the mystery, the boy claiming to be the former Jacob reveals secrets about his death that no one else could know -- secrets that the sheriff's daughter decides to investigate.
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Resurrection — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

With too much melodrama and not enough finesse, Resurrection is dangerously close to DOA.

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Neil Drumming Salon.com 03/29/2019
As I am not remotely confident that I know where this is going, I'm content to stick around and see who else comes back from the dead. Go to Full Review
Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com 03/29/2019
It's a sentimental show to be sure, but it's almost refreshingly straightforward in its sentimentality and there's something heartbreaking in the performances of Kurtwood Smith and Frances Fisher. Go to Full Review
Tim Goodman The Hollywood Reporter 03/29/2019
Looking long term, Resurrection may be one typical TV dark secret that takes a while to unravel, and maybe that's good enough for most. But it's cutting enough corners here in the beginning to be worrisome. Go to Full Review
Nick Harley Den of Geek 03/29/2019
3.5/5
The tone is serious, but plenty of the actors, especially Smith, keep it from seeming overly emotional or hokey. Go to Full Review
Kevin Fallon The Daily Beast 03/29/2019
An emotionally engrossing, but also macabre, morbid, and mercilessly mockable meditation on faith, religion, and miracles mixed with procedural mystery. Go to Full Review
Jessica Johnson Time Out Chicago 07/02/2018
Part sappy drama, part supernatural whodunnit, Resurrection suffers greatly from following on the heels of Sundance's airing of the far superior French series The Returned, which bore an almost identical plot. Go to Full Review
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01/22/2018 It is a little disappointing to see that Resurrection didn't pull in good ratings because it was enjoyable. It was a great concept that never really got out there but was an interesting show. See more 03/03/2017 Imagine being able to see/hold/touch your deceased loved ones again. It is a dream that countless individuals wish on a daily basis. In "Resurrection", that dream becomes a reality. Through some up-and-down storytelling over this initial 8-episode run, the emotional center of the material is enough to make this a solid new TV entry. For a basic plot summary, "Resurrection" tells the story of the town of Arcadia, Missouri. After having drowned as a child many years ago, Jacob Langston (Landon Gimenez) suddenly shows up again the care of government agent J. Martin Bellamy (Omar Epps). Jacob's parents (played by Frances Fisher & Kurtwood Smith) are overjoyed upon the return of their little Jacob (still the same age as his "death"). With the help of Maggie (Devin Kelley), Agent Bellamy starts to put together the pieces of this giant mystery as more "returned" arrive in Arcadia as well. Pastor Tom Hale (Mark Hildreth), Sheriff Fred Langston (Matt Craven), and Caleb Richards (Sam Hazeldine) also play major roles in deciphering the mystery of Arcadia. "Resurrection" is not a perfect show by any means. In fact, I'd say that about half of these episodes were "really good", while the other half were "just okay". In just an eight episode run, that is a few too many "average" episodes than I would like to see. However, through that up-and-down writing, there were two primary reasons why I kept tuning in every week: 1. The Mystery. There aren't too many real, honest-to-goodness over-arching mysteries on TV anymore ("case of the week" shows pretty much rule the roost), and "Resurrection" most definitely counts as a mystery? Who/what are the returned? Why the specific individuals? For what purpose? Why Arcadia? These eight episodes have just begun to scratch the surface of what could lie ahead. 2. The Emotion. Every single time a member of Arcadia connects with a long-departed loved one, I got a twinge of emotion. It is just such a human characteristic to want to "get back" the people we loved. Even in the episodes that I thought dragged a bit plot-wise, there was always a moment that would bring a lump to my throat in terms of emotion. Overall, "Resurrection" was my favorite new show of the 2013-2014 TV season. It has mystery, emotion, great acting, and a surreal concept. I am excited to see where the show creators can take this concept with a second season! See more 06/27/2015 Tal vez luzca muy televisiva, pero Resurrection tiene el suspenso que muchas otras series con mayor producción quisieran tener, además de buenas actuaciones. See more 08/07/2014 A Wonderful Series, hope that Season 2 will do better See more 06/04/2014 An interesting plot that will succumb you to doubt. See more 05/25/2014 Love it !!!!. I can't wait for the 2nd. season... See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Mar 9, 2014 The Returned When deceased loved ones begin to reappear, the people in Arcadia change forever. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 16, 2014 Unearth Bellamy wants to have Jacob's tomb exhumed; Pastor Tom reaches out to a childhood friend; Caleb claims he can't remember his death. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 23, 2014 Two Rivers Exhuming Jacob's grave deepens the mystery of his return; Henry struggles to accept that Jacob is really the son he lost; Maggie and Bellamy wonder if the local river holds a clue that could connect Caleb's and Jacob's deaths. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 30, 2014 Us Against the World Bellamy and Sheriff Fred try to find Caleb; Maggie gives Jacob a checkup; Pastor Tom's old love returns. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 6, 2014 Insomnia Bellamy tries to keep Jacob safe but his past interferes; Elaine must find where Caleb hid the money; Rachael gets shocking news. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 13, 2014 Home Maggie turns to a person from the past for answers about the mystery; Rachael's secret ends up in the wrong hands; Bellamy and Pastor Tom try to reassure residents. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 27, 2014 Schemes of the Devil Tom leads the search for Rachael, as her situation becomes increasingly dire; Maggie and Dr. Ward make a series of unexpected discoveries. Details Episode 8 Aired May 4, 2014 Torn Apart The return of the dead reaches critical mass, sending the town into chaos; Sheriff Fred implements his own agenda, triggering an unexpected siege. Details
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Season Info

Director
Ron Underwood, Dan Attias, Charles McDougall, Kevin Dowling, Scott Winant, Christopher Misiano
Executive Producer
Aaron Zelman, Jo Ann Alfano, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Jon Liebman
Screenwriter
Aaron Zelman, Jessica Mecklenburg, Thomas Schnauz, Nicki Paluga, Michele Fazekas, Tara Butters
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (V)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 9, 2014