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A thriller set two hundred years in the future following the case of a missing young woman who brings a hardened detective and a rogue ship's captain together in a race across the solar system to expose the greatest conspiracy in human history.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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A thriller set two hundred years in the future following the case of a missing young woman who brings a hardened detective and a rogue ship's captain together in a race across the solar system to expose the greatest conspiracy in human history.
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Episode 1
The crew of the Roci investigates a strange protomolecule ruin on an alien planet. Bobbie copes with civilian life on Mars. Drummer and Ashford battle with piracy in the Belt.
Directed by Breck EisnerWritten by Mark Fergus, Hawk OstbyGuest stars Graham Gauthier, Frances Fisher, Nadine Nicole, Kristen Holden-Ried, Thomas Jane, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore
Episode 2
Avasarala is blindsided while on a visit to Mars. The Roci crew continue their protomolecule investigation while tensions between the RCE and Belters reach a tipping point. Drummer and Ashford track down a terrorist.
Directed by Breck EisnerWritten by Laura MarksGuest stars Graham Gauthier, Kristen Holden-Ried, Thomas Jane, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro
Episode 3
New alien threats emerge on Ilus as Naomi battles health challenges on the planet. Bobbie searches for a missing person on Mars. Avasarala faces a new challenge in the UN.
Directed by David PetrarcaWritten by Dan NowakGuest stars Michael Brown, Kristen Holden-Ried, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Paul Schulze, Lily Gao
Episode 4
Drummer and Ashford confront a dangerous person from Naomi's past. Murtry hunts down a target. Bobbie's makes a life-changing confession.
Directed by David PetrarcaWritten by Matthew RasmussenGuest stars Keon Alexander, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Paul Schulze, Daniel Malik
Episode 5
As tensions on Ilus reach a boiling point, Holden reveals a secret. Avasarala debates Nancy Gao while an emergency on the Roci forces Alex and Naomi into action.
Directed by Jeff WoolnoughWritten by Daniel Abraham, Ty FranckGuest stars Michael Brown, Kristen Holden-Ried, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Lily Gao, Ryan Hollyman
Episode 6
The Roci crew prepares for an incoming disaster on Ilus. Ashford and Drummer close in on an enemy within the Belt. Bobbie takes on a dangerous job.
Directed by Jeff WoolnoughWritten by Hallie LambertGuest stars Keon Alexander, Michael Brown, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Paul Schulze
Episode 7
Naomi and Alex work to keep the Barbapiccola in orbit amidst a power outage. Avasarala faces a tough decision. Holden and Elvi race to find a cure for a disease spreading on Ilus.
Directed by Sarah HardingWritten by Dan NowakGuest stars Keon Alexander, Benz Antoine, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Patti Kim, Michael Benyaer
Episode 8
Avasarala faces fallout for the UN's military mission. Ashford and Drummer makes big decisions about their future within the OPA. A spreading illness on Ilus takes a toll on Amos. Alex and Naomi's attempt to rescue the Barb turns desperate.
Directed by Sarah HardingWritten by Dan NowakGuest stars Paul Schulze, Benz Antoine, Thomas Jane, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro
Episode 9
Holden and Miller race to save Ilus. Murtry puts his endgame into motion, putting the Roci crew's lives at risk.
Directed by Breck EisnerWritten by Daniel Abraham, Ty FranckGuest stars Thomas Jane, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Zach Smadu, Steven McCarthy, Kyla Madeira
Episode 10
Ashford closes in on an enemy while uncovering a dangerous plot. Avasarala faces a crossroads in her personal and political life. The Roci crew works to reestablish life on Ilus in the wake of a deadly catastrophe.
Directed by Breck EisnerWritten by Daniel Abraham, Ty FranckGuest stars Keon Alexander, David Strathairn, Burn Gorman, Rosa Gilmore, Lyndie Greenwood, Jess Salgueiro, Paul Schulze, Lily Gao
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Steven StraitJim Holden
Dominique TipperNaomi Nagata
Cas AnvarAlex Kamal
Wes ChathamAmos Burton
Shohreh AghdashlooChrisjen Avasarala
Frankie AdamsBobbie Draper
Shawn DoyleSadavir Errinwright
Florence FaivreJulie Mao
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