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Season 1 – The Ark

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"The Ark" takes place 100 years in the future when planetary colonization missions begin as a necessity to help secure the survival of the human race; after the brave crew of Ark One reaches their destination and finds it uninhabitable, they must survive long enough to locate a new home for themselves and all the ships that follow; the spacecraft's crew must become the best versions of themselves to stay on course after experiencing a catastrophic event that caused massive destruction and loss of life.
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Critics Consensus

The core concept of The Ark ought to be alluring enough for the sci-fi faithful, but blasé writing and chintzy production values call into question whether this particular world is worth preserving.

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James Jackson The Times (UK) Jun 14, 2023
3/5
On its own terms it is endearingly retro and niftily paced — not all shows, after all, have to be self-important prestige TV. Go to Full Review Nick Schager The Daily Beast Feb 7, 2023
A calamity-oriented show that itself is a disaster. Go to Full Review Brian Lowry CNN.com Feb 2, 2023
Alas, that conceit results in a lot of young-adult-oriented flourishes that come across as particularly stilted, as if the Star Trek cadet class was put in charge. Go to Full Review Melody McCune Geek Girl Authority Aug 22, 2023
It’s not light on the action and isn’t afraid to send viewers tumbling headfirst into its world. Immersive sci-fi is the best. Go to Full Review Marty Brown Common Sense Media Jul 12, 2023
3/5
Genre-specific melodramas rarely rise to the level of truly great writing or acting, but that's hardly the point. The Ark will never be mistaken for a great show, but it checks a lot of the boxes of good comfort television. Go to Full Review Susan Granger SSG Syndicate Mar 17, 2023
5/10
Cheesy, filmed-on-the-cheap, sci-fi adventure with superficial caricatures, not believable characters... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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scott C @ScottC706 Aug 30, 2026 Plots are entertaining and fast moving. Yes the writing is hokey and the acting is poor. But the actors are attractive and it's a fun watch. Reminds me of The 100. It's a guilty pleasure. See more Priya C @Sci-FiTrekkie Jul 25, 2026 It’s not the best sci-fi tv series but this first season gives the series some potential. There’s some interesting characters and moments but the dialogue, moments of tension, and crises that happen are too often rushed. I hope that with season 2 and forward the series takes its time to slow down and give moments more time to play out (this is in relation to character arcs and pivotal storytelling moments). See more Terrance M. @DevilsAdvocate4k Jan 22, 2026 Absolutely garbage. How does an interstellar spacecraft use water for coolant? Or why?! The science or the lack there of in this show is horrendous. I wouldn't even classify this as scifi. Its a click of young adults spiraling out of control on a tin can in space filled with unwanted drama and self caused problems. Easily the worst "scifi-show" I've ever seen. They couldn't get anything right in this one. If I could give it 0 stars, I would. See more Tom M @RT34472181 Jul 16, 2025 One of most underrated shows on TV … looking foreard to Season 3! See more Claude G @RT07416073 Jun 20, 2025 So, Dean Devlin has a way to get stories inline with really great characters. The show is very well done and while it's not perfect, It has my respect, my interest and I'm looking forward to Season 2 See more Corie J @RT18638779 Jan 27, 2025 I enjoyed this show alot and I hope a 3rd season comes, it was a fun time didnt take its self to serious , i also liked the characters and was emotionally invested ! See more Read all reviews
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Christie Burke

Lt. Sharon Garnet

Richard Fleeshman

Lt. James Brice

Reece Ritchie

Lt. Spencer Lane

Stacey Read

Alicia Nevins

Ryan Adams

Angus Medford

Christina Wolfe

Cat Brandice

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 1, 2023 Everyone Wanted to Be on This Ship After suffering a disaster, the remaining crew of spaceship Ark One must band together to survive. Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 8, 2023 Like It Touched the Sun The crew struggles to establish order; investigations uncover more questions than answers. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 15, 2023 Get Out and Push All hope seems lost when the crew learns an asteroid is hours away from impact. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 22, 2023 We Weren't Supposed to Be Awake When their psyches are put to the test by hallucinations, the crew must race to find the cause. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 1, 2023 One Step Forward, Two Steps Back Sacrifices must be made when a radiation leak sparks crisis. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 8, 2023 Two by Two The crew must devise a plan after identifying a planet rich in much-needed fuel. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 15, 2023 A Slow Death is Worse The crew discover they're not alone in space and learn more about where they came from. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 22, 2023 Every Single Person Matters A new polarizing figure enters the equation as the crew suffers technical difficulties. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 29, 2023 The Painful Way After an unpopular decision, discord gives way to deadly mutiny in which loyalties are tested. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 5, 2023 Hoping for Forever The situation onboard Ark One seems hopeless after crew members are taken hostage. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 12, 2023 The Last Thing You Ever Do The crew must understand their enemy better as they attempt a dangerous rescue mission. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 19, 2023 Everybody Wins In the Season 1 finale, brokering peace with their adversary could cost the Ark One everything. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Dean Devlin, Jonathan Glassner, Marc Roskin, Rachel Olschan
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-14 (V|L)
Genre
Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 1, 2023
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