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Season 1 – Ascension

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In 1963 the American government begins a covert mission sending hundreds of people on a centurylong journey aboard the starship Ascension. Its goal: to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the trip, the murder of a young woman -- as Ascension approaches the point of no return -- prompts some to question the project. The crime is investigated by 1st Officer Oren Gault, born to maintenance workers on the spacecraft, and Emily Vanderhaus is the victim's sister. Other travelers include Capt. William Denninger and wife Viondra.
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Ascension — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The characters in Ascension lack the depth that is necessary for its dramatic elements, but its premise may be smart enough to hold the interest of sci-fi fans.

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Andrew Male Times (UK) ... Has a unique peculiarity that can be summed up simply as Mad Men in Space but is far stranger and unsettling than that makes it sound. Aug 26, 2022 Full Review Jeff Jensen Entertainment Weekly A charitable read: Ascension was challenging a genre to dream better. Rated: B- Apr 8, 2020 Full Review Brian Moylan Guardian The show looks bright and slick, expertly setting the scene and the culture of Ascension in a believable and detailed way. Apr 8, 2020 Full Review Alexander Joenks Pajiba It is excellent science fiction, and I urge such minded individuals to watch it. And be patient with it. Apr 8, 2020 Full Review Michael Ahr Den of Geek In perhaps the most surprising turn of the evening, the show completely betrays the audience's expectations for a space drama and gives us instead The Truman Show in space. Rated: 4/5 Apr 8, 2020 Full Review Merrill Barr Forbes Part of what makes Ascension excellent is its genuine commitment to surprise and pace. Apr 8, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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LL S Very promising premise hampered by mediocre execution, though the final act ends on such a strong note that it's a tragedy we'll never know what happens next. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/28/24 Full Review Chris W I absolutely loved this. I started this in 2024 without realising it was only one series. I would pay a lot of money to see more or even if they could write a book. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/24/24 Full Review erik r Can't tell if the script writers are 12 years old or way past their prime octogenarians. Either way, the writing is terrible and so far, after two episodes, I'm done wasting my time looking for originality, interesting characters, or breakthrough actors we will look forward to seeing in the future. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 11/19/23 Full Review Audience Member Another Mystery-Box'y show. Half the People have one or two intrigue's running, a skeleton in the closet and one big Secret wich blows in the most Drama-Effectiv Moment. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I absolutely loved the series. Just found it on Netflix. The story has a lot of interesting characters with their own motivations. The sets are amazingly created.it has so much mystery that I was hooked with every episode. It's a must watch. Please watch one episode and think for yourself And don't let me or anyone stop you from giving this show a chance. Especially the idiots that rated it a bad score. I really hope this site gets taken down one day. With all these wannabe movie critics that can't enjoy anything because someone must have cut out part of their brain that holds any imaginations whatsoever, please don't read their bullcrap and give it one episode. Thanks and sorry for being four years late. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member The only tragedy is that it ended with just the mini series... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Philip Levens

Creator

Adriana Cruz

Creator

Adrian Cruz

Creator

Tricia Helfer

Viondra Denninger

Brian Van Holt

William Denninger

Gil Bellows

Harris Enzmann

Episodes

Episode 2 Aired Dec 15, 2014 Chapter One, Part 2 The murder mystery deepens, and the investigation threatens to expose secrets about Project Ascension. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three More light is shed on Christa, while Viondra uses a power surge to her advantage; Duke leaves Emily when she confirms her affair with Gault. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 16, 2014 Chapter Two, Part 1 An explosion on Ascension is investigated, while Enzmann deals with a consultant looking into Stokes' death. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 16, 2014 Chapter Two, Part 2 Christa seems to be the focus of events on Ascension. Krueger gets closer to the truth about the project. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three, Part 1 Lorelei reveals a secret from beyond the grave that disrupts Ostara and provokes a power struggle on Ascension. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 17, 2014 Chapter Three, Part 2 Christa's powers create chaos on Ascension and Globus, allowing Krueger and Stokes to escape. Details

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Season Info

Director
Robert Lieberman, Mairzee Almas, Nick Copus
Creator
Philip Levens, Adriana Cruz, Adrian Cruz
Executive Producer
Philip Levens, Jason Blum, Ivan Fecan, Tim Gamble, Brett Burlock, Mark Stern
Screenwriter
Adriana Cruz, Philip Levens, Melody Fox
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 15, 2014