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In 1963, the U.S. government launched a covert space mission sending hundreds of men, women and children on a century-long voyage aboard the starship Ascension to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the journey, as they approach the point of no return, a mysterious murder of a young woman causes the ship’s population to question the true nature of their mission.
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Checked Jul 23, 2026
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In 1963, the U.S. government launched a covert space mission sending hundreds of men, women and children on a century-long voyage aboard the starship Ascension to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the journey, as they approach the point of no return, a mysterious murder of a young woman causes the ship’s population to question the true nature of their mission.
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Episode 1
The passengers of a starship on a century-long voyage to populate a new world begin to question the true nature of their covert mission when 50 years into their journey, which began in 1963, a young woman turns up dead of suspicious circumstances.
Directed by Stephen WilliamsWritten by Philip LevensGuest stars Lauren Lee Smith, Amanda Thomson, Brad Carter, Ryan Robbins, Wendy Crewson, Al Sapienza, Ellie O'Brien, John Ralston
Episode 2
Aaron investigates an explosion on Ascension, while Captain Denninger covers up its true cause. Elsewhere, Viondra suspects there is a traitor within her ranks of stewardesses after Councilman Rose becomes privy to inside information; something mysterious seems to be happening to young Christa Valis; and James Toback attempts to impress Nora by making a deal to get into Officers Training School.
Directed by Vincenzo Natali, Rob LiebermanWritten by Philip Levens, Adrian CruzGuest stars Lauren Lee Smith, Amanda Thomson, Brad Carter, Ryan Robbins, Wendy Crewson, Al Sapienza, Ellie O'Brien, John Ralston
Episode 3
The Ascension passengers are in for many surprises when the selection of families eligible for birthing rights is announced; the Denningers work together to secure their power and upset Councilman Rose; and Viondra seizes an opportunity to assert her dominance when a mysterious power surge knocks out systems on the ship.
Directed by Nick Copus, Mairzee AlmasWritten by Philip Levens, Melody FoxGuest stars Lauren Lee Smith, Amanda Thomson, Brad Carter, Ryan Robbins, Wendy Crewson, Al Sapienza, Ellie O'Brien, John Ralston
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Tricia HelferViondra Denniger
Gil BellowsHarris Enzmann
Brian Van HoltCaptain William Denninger
Andrea RothDr. Juliet Bryce
Lauren Lee SmithSamantha Krueger
Brandon P BellFirst Officer Oren Gault
Jacqueline ByersNora Bryce
Tiffany LonsdaleEmily Vanderhaus
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