Defiance

Overview
Set against a backdrop transformed by the explosive arrival of seven distinct alien species, Earth in the near future faces unprecedented challenges. The bustling town of Defiance serves as a melting pot where humans and extraterrestrials strive to build a shared society. Amidst cultural clashes and political intrigue, residents navigate the complexities of coexistence, grappling with their differences while forging a fragile peace. This rich landscape of conflict and cooperation fuels the narrative as each race contends with the evolving dynamics of their new world.
Episodes
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1

Pilot
Nolan and Irisa reach Defiance, only to find the community fractured by the recent murder of Luke McCawley. However, a more significant danger soon un...
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2

Down in the Ground Where the Dead Men Go
Rafe and Nolan delve into the underground tunnels of St. Louis in pursuit of a fugitive. At the same time, a brutal Castithan ritual stirs tensions am...
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3

The Devil in the Dark
As Nolan and Irisa look into the brutal Hellbug assaults, they discover a connection to Irathient spirit raiders who have arrived in the area. At the ...
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4

A Well Respected Man
Kenya is taken hostage, prompting Rafe to discover that Luke has been entangled in some dubious activities at the mines. He instructs Quentin to inves...
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5

The Serpent's Egg
Amanda and Nolan embark on a perilous journey through the badlands to escort a prisoner, where they ally with a group of outlaws. Meanwhile, a newcome...
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6

Brothers in Arms
Nolan reunites with an old friend from his days in the military just as a dangerous Castithan criminal, known for his violent past, comes onto the sce...
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7

Goodbye Blue Sky
As a menacing Razor Rain storm looms, the inhabitants of Defiance find themselves confined indoors, prompting unexpected connections to form among the...
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8

I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
After the severe storm, Nolan and Tommy discover an American astronaut who has been in a state of induced slumber for many years.
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9

If I Ever Leave This World Alive
A lethal outbreak endangers the town, leading to heightened racial conflict as the Irathients, who possess immunity to the virus, find themselves isol...
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10

The Bride Wore Black
The residents of Defiance are taken aback when the remains of a prominent businessman, who vanished nearly six years prior, are found concealed within...
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11

Past Is Prologue
As the election approaches, Amanda’s campaign faces a serious setback when Nolan gets into an accident just before voting day. This incident causes ...
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12

Everything Is Broken
As the people of Defiance gear up to vote for their new mayor, Nolan's tumultuous history suddenly resurfaces, bringing chaos with it. Meanwhile, Iris...
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The Opposite of Hallelujah
Nolan's frantic quest to find Irisa leads him to crucial insights that direct him southward. Meanwhile, in Defiance, the Earth Republic has appointed ...
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2

In My Secret Life
Irisa makes her way back to Defiance but is quickly taken into custody. In a bid to secure her freedom, Mayor Pottinger proposes a deal to Nolan: he c...
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3

The Cord and the Ax
Irisa's frightening blackouts become more intense, creating a barrier of secrecy between her and a concerned Nolan. At the same time, the Tarr family ...
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4

Beasts of Burden
Following a brutal assault on his caravan in the badlands, a rattled Pottinger instructs Nolan to track down and eliminate those behind the attack. As...
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5

Put The Damage On
Amanda finds herself tormented by a relentless stalker, but the underlying causes of her terrifying ordeal have significant consequences that extend b...
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6

This Woman's Work
Following an Arkfall incident, Pottinger enlists Nolan to spearhead their salvage operation. However, Nolan's hidden motives jeopardize their safety a...
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7

If You Could See Her Through My Eyes
Datak finds himself wrongfully accused of a strange murder and seeks assistance from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, Irisa learns more about her fate...
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8

Slouching Towards Bethlehem
Nolan faces the urgent challenge of preventing a terrorist from wreaking havoc in New York City. However, his greatest challenge might come from an un...
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9

Painted From Memory
Kenya’s explosive comeback is causing turmoil in Defiance, leaving Stahma struggling to come to terms with her reappearance. Meanwhile, Doc Yewll is...
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10

Bottom of the World
Nolan and Rafe scramble to save Amanda and Pottinger, who are trapped inside a perilous mine after a collapse. With time running out, they push themse...
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11

Doll Parts
As Nolan embarks on a quest to find Irisa, Amanda finds herself stepping up to serve as Deputy after the shocking murder of one of their own shakes th...
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12

All Things Must Pass
Nolan hurries to rescue Tommy and prevent Irisa from unleashing her expanding army's destructive scheme. Meanwhile, in town, Amanda uncovers the heart...
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13

I Almost Prayed
Defiance's future teeters on the edge as Nolan faces off against the republic and former allies in a desperate bid to prevent Irisa from unleashing ch...
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1

The World We Seize
Nolan and Irisa are unexpectedly freed from their underground prison just as they learn that enemy troops are advancing on Defiance, a town struggling...
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2

The Last Unicorns
T'evgin arrives in Defiance in search of his daughter, prompting Nolan and Amanda to propose a trade: her freedom for some gulanite. Meanwhile, Alak a...
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3

The Broken Bough
Amanda engages in discussions with the Omec, an unfamiliar alien species, to secure Defiance's future. Meanwhile, the Tarrs return to a drastically al...
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4

Dead Air
While digging up a hidden weapons cache, Nolan and Amanda find themselves in captivity. Meanwhile, Berlin looks into a Votanis Collective bombing that...
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5

History Rhymes
Amanda and Doc Yewll need to turn to the Omec for assistance in saving Nolan and Irisa, who are caught in a perilous journey through their own memorie...
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6

Where the Apples Fell
Nolan and Berlin chase after the Tarrs once their ties to the Votanis Collective come to light. Meanwhile, Alak wrestles with the reality of becoming ...
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7

The Beauty of Our Weapons
A visiting arms dealer creates tension among Amanda, Nolan, and Berlin. In an effort to gain support, Nolan rallies a militia, but he must persuade th...
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8

My Name Is Datak Tarr and I Have Come to Kill You
Defiance is facing a fierce attack. Nolan, Amanda, Irisa, and the militia rally together to protect the town from the Votanis Collective. Meanwhile, D...
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9

Ostinato in White
A horrific murder takes place at the hands of a strange creature that is currently being pursued by Nolan and Irisa, as Doc Yewll investigates the une...
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10

When Twilight Dims the Sky Above
Amanda chooses to dismiss Nolan's doubts and embraces a supportive delegation from the Votanis Collective in Defiance. At the same time, Stahma faces ...
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11

Of a Demon in My View
Nolan is released from detention, while Amanda, Irisa, and Berlin work together to rescue him from Kindzi's hold. Meanwhile, Datak reflects on his dec...
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12

The Awakening
Nolan, Amanda, and Irisa work together to find a solution to prevent Kindzi from bringing more Omec to Earth. Meanwhile, Datak makes an attempt to fle...
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13

Upon the March We Fittest Die
The Omec are on the hunt for the people of Defiance, prompting Nolan, Amanda, and their allies to embark on a dangerous mission that could cost them t...