- Country United States
- Genres Drama, Mini-Series, Science-Fiction
- Runtime 90 minutes
- Total runtime 4 hours 30 minutes
- Status Ended
- Network SYFY
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Showrunner
Philip Levens
Adrian Cruz
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Ascension
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.
In an era where science fiction reigns supreme on television, few series capture the imagination quite like *Earth 2*. Airing from November 1994 to June 1995, this gripping show tells the story of Devon Adair, played by Debrah Farentino, as she embarks on a perilous mission to save her son Ulysses from a rare disease while establishing a new colony on the distant planet G-889. With its blend of adventure, ecological themes, and family dynamics, *Earth 2* offers viewers both excitement and thought-provoking narratives that resonate even today.
Set in the year 2192 when Earth has become inhospitable due to severe environmental degradation, *Earth 2* follows the journey of Devon and her small team as they crash-land far from their intended destination of New Pacifica. With only twenty-two episodes in its arsenal but packed with intense storytelling, each installment invites viewers to explore the complexities of survival in an alien landscape filled with unique challenges. The show's narrative weaves around crucial themes such as hope, resilience, and humanity’s relationship with nature—elements that still feel relevant in contemporary discussions about our environment.
As Devon assembles her crew against government orders and societal norms, she highlights the lengths parents will go to protect their children. Ulysses' struggle with "the syndrome" serves as more than just a plot device; it symbolizes every parent's fears about health and safety in an uncertain future. Alongside Clancy Brown's character John Danziger and Jessica Steen's Dr. Julia Heller among other talented cast members, viewers witness dynamic interactions that delve deep into human emotions and relationships.
