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New Earth. New rules.
In the near future, planet Earth is permanently altered following the sudden—and tumultuous—arrival of seven unique alien races. In the boom-town of Defiance, the newly-formed civilization of humans and aliens must learn to co-exist peacefully.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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In the near future, planet Earth is permanently altered following the sudden—and tumultuous—arrival of seven unique alien races. In the boom-town of Defiance, the newly-formed civilization of humans and aliens must learn to co-exist peacefully.
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Episode 1
Nolan and Irisa arrive in Defiance, where the town is soon divided over the death of Luke McCawley. But a bigger threat forces everyone together: An attack by the Volge.
Directed by Scott StewartWritten by Rockne S. O'Bannon, Michael Taylor, Kevin MurphyGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Peter MacNeill, Trenna Keating, Justin Rain, Fionnula Flanagan, Noah Dalton Danby, Wayne Curnew
Episode 2
Rafe & Nolan search underground St. Louis while looking for an escaped convict. Meanwhile, a violent Castithan tradition causes clashes amongst the residents of Defiance.
Directed by Michael NankinWritten by Anupam Nigam, Kevin MurphyGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Justin Rain, Fionnula Flanagan, Mika Collins, Marianthi Evans, Wayne Curnew
Episode 3
While investigating vicious Hellbug attacks, Nolan & Irisa realize they are tied to Irathient spirit raiders that have come into town. Meanwhile, Irisa starts experiencing strange visions.
Directed by Omar MadhaWritten by Michael TaylorGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Noah Dalton Danby, Ilena Wolfe, Dion Johnstone, Ish Morris, Jessica Nichols
Episode 4
Kenya is kidnapped. Rafe learns that Luke was involved in some mysterious goings-on at the mines and orders Quentin to get to the bottom of it.
Directed by Michael NankinWritten by Craig Gore, Tim WalshGuest stars Jesse Rath, Justin Rain, Brittany Allen, Robin Dunne, Jessica Nichols, Monica Parker, Marianthi Evans, Wayne Curnew
Episode 5
Amanda and Nolan take a transport across the badlands to transport a prisoner and join forces with a band of outlaws. A visitor to Defiance must make Irisa confront her traumatic past.
Directed by Omar MadhaWritten by Bradley Thompson, David WeddleGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Justin Rain, Noah Dalton Danby, Brittany Allen, Ben Cotton, Jane McLean, Wayne Curnew
Episode 6
An old war buddy catches up with Nolan at the same time a Castithan criminal with a history of violence enters the picture.
Directed by Andy WolkWritten by Todd Slavkin, Darren SwimmerGuest stars Trenna Keating, Justin Rain, Fionnula Flanagan, Jessica Nichols, Gale Harold, Rob Stewart, Daniel Kash, Mika Collins
Episode 7
Interesting relationships develop when the residents of Defiance are forced to stay indoors as a threatening Razor Rain storm approaches. Meanwhile, visions lead Irisa to the Spirit Riders and Sukar, who has fallen under the influence of a strange and mysterious force.
Directed by Andy WolkWritten by Anupam Nigam, Amanda Alpert MuscatGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Justin Rain, Fionnula Flanagan, Noah Dalton Danby, Dion Johnstone, Jessica Nichols
Episode 8
Following the big storm, Nolan and Tommy find an American astronaut who has been in an induced sleep for the past several decades.
Directed by Allan KroekerWritten by Clark PerryGuest stars Trenna Keating, Brittany Allen, Gale Harold, Jessica Nichols, Brian J. Smith, Monica Parker, Gilles Savard, Anthony Grant Lake
Episode 9
A deadly plague threatens the town; racial tensions rise when the Irathients, who are immune to the virus, are quarantined.
Directed by Allan KroekerWritten by Bryan GraciaGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Justin Rain, Fionnula Flanagan, Dion Johnstone, Ish Morris, Jessica Nichols
Episode 10
The town of Defiance is shocked when the remains of a leading businessman who went missing almost six years ago, are discovered hidden in the walls of the NeedWant.
Directed by Todd SlavkinWritten by Todd Slavkin, Darren SwimmerGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Peter MacNeill, Trenna Keating, Fionnula Flanagan, Brittany Allen, Jessica Nichols, Wayne Curnew
Episode 11
Amanda’s mayoral campaign is threatened when Nolan is involved in an accident on the eve of the election, prompting the town to question Amanda’s decision to appoint him as Lawkeeper.
Directed by Michael NankinWritten by Michael TaylorGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Fionnula Flanagan, Brittany Allen, Monica Parker, Kyle Mac, Barry Flatman
Episode 12
The citizens of Defiance prepare to cast their votes for mayor; Nolan’s past violently rears its head; Irisa must decide whether or not to embrace her destiny.
Directed by Michael NankinWritten by Kevin MurphyGuest stars Jesse Rath, Nicole Muñoz, Trenna Keating, Noah Dalton Danby, Monica Parker, Barry Flatman, Wayne Curnew, Kevin Shand
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Grant BowlerJoshua Nolan
Julie BenzAmanda Rosewater
Stephanie LeonidasIrisa
Tony CurranDatak Tarr
Jaime MurrayStahma Tarr
Dewshane WilliamsTommy LaSalle
Graham GreeneRafe McCawley
Jesse RathAlak Tarr
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