Alien Nation

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  • TV-14
  • 1989
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (5,470)

Alien Nation was a science fiction television series that aired on FOX for one season in 1989-1990. The series was based on the 1988 film of the same name, which portrayed a world where aliens known as "Newcomers" had landed on Earth and were struggling to integrate into human society.

The series followed the day-to-day lives of a police detective named Matthew Sikes (Gary Graham) and his partner, a Newcomer named George Francisco (Eric Pierpoint). Together, they tackled various crimes and mysteries in Los Angeles, all while dealing with the ongoing tensions between humans and Newcomers.

One of the key themes of the show was exploring the parallels between the struggles of the Newcomers and real-life marginalized groups in society. The Newcomers faced discrimination and prejudice from many humans, and the show used the lens of science fiction to examine issues of race, identity, and power.

Another notable aspect of the show was its depiction of the Newcomer culture and society. The Newcomers had their own language, customs, and traditions, and the series explored these in depth. We saw firsthand how the Newcomers adapted to life on Earth, and how they grappled with their own complex histories and cultural differences.

The characters themselves were also a big part of what made Alien Nation so memorable. Gary Graham and Eric Pierpoint had great chemistry as partners, and their friendship was at the heart of the show. Michele Scarabelli played Susan Francisco, George's wife, and we saw how the couple navigated their inter-species marriage. Meanwhile, Lauren Woodland played Emily Francisco, the couple's daughter, and Sean Six and Terri Treas rounded out the main cast as other Newcomer characters.

In addition to exploring social issues, the series also had plenty of action and suspense. Some episodes dealt with classic police procedural plots, while others involved more supernatural elements or focused on the wider political tensions between humans and Newcomers.

Ultimately, while Alien Nation only lasted for one season, it made a lasting impact on science fiction television. The show was praised for its thoughtful exploration of issues of identity and prejudice, and for its complex, well-drawn characters. It remains a beloved cult classic, and is well worth a watch for anyone interested in science fiction or social commentary.

Alien Nation is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (22 episodes). The series first aired on September 18, 1989.

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Green Eyes
22. Green Eyes
May 7, 1990
Matt and Cathy struggle with their romantic feelings for one another, while a plot to exterminate the Tenctonese race via a deadly bacteria unfolds.
The Touch
21. The Touch
April 30, 1990
Cathy is reunited with a friend from the Newcomer slave ship, but when he exhibits bizarre behavior and appears emotionally troubled, she attempts to intervene.
Gimme, Gimme
20. Gimme, Gimme
April 9, 1990
George's investment in a Tenctonese fabric company is jeopardized when one of the firm's corporate executives meets with foul play.
Rebirth
19. Rebirth
March 12, 1990
Following a life-after-death experience, Sikes is convinced that a Tenctonese criminal has the ability to bring the dead back to life.
Crossing the Line
18. Crossing the Line
February 26, 1990
Sikes's vacation plans are thwarted by the return of the Doctor, a ruthless serial killer who eluded him years ago.
Real Men
17. Real Men
February 19, 1990
Sikes and a pregnant Francisco track a thief who is stealing Newcomer blood to sell Tenctonese hormones to human bodybuilders.
Partners
16. Partners
February 12, 1990
When Francisco is implicated in a scandal involving an illegal narcotic known as Jack, it is up to Sikes to clear him.
Eyewitness News
15. Eyewitness News
February 5, 1990
While George is featured on a news show as a model Newcomer, Sikes investigates an attack on a Tenctonese porno star.
Generation to Generation
14. Generation to Generation
January 29, 1990
A mysterious Tenctonese artifact is passed along from person to person, leaving a trail of dead in its wake.
The Spirit of '95
13. The Spirit of '95
January 15, 1990
As Newcomers lobby for the right to vote, the violent kidnappings of prominent campaigners are blamed on the Purists.
The Red Room
12. The Red Room
December 18, 1989
Sikes and Francisco join the search for an elusive killer, a Newcomer trained in the quarantine camps to be an assassin for the CIA.
Chains of Love
11. Chains of Love
November 27, 1989
Francisco goes undercover to track down a murderous female Newcomer who has been using a dating service to lure victims.
The Game
10. The Game
November 20, 1989
George is forced to confront his past when a Russian Roulette-style game once played on the slave ship resurfaces to plague Newcomer society.
Three to Tango
9. Three to Tango
November 13, 1989
Someone has been murdering Binnaums, a unique caste of Newcomers required in Tenctonese procreation, and Sikes and Francisco fear it is the work of Purists intent on preventing Newcomers from multiplying.
Contact
8. Contact
November 6, 1989
In the wake of an astronomer's murder, George and Matt must prevent an Overseer from sending a signal into space which could result in Earth's enslavement.
Night of the Screams
7. Night of the Screams
October 30, 1989
A series of grisly murders is patterned after the mythical Tagdot, a Tenctonese boogeyman who severs the hands of his victims as they bleed to death.
The First Cigar
6. The First Cigar
October 23, 1989
Behind on his taxes, Francisco accepts a loan from a Tenctonese businesswoman, only to discover that she is involved in a drug ring plaguing Slagtown.
The Takeover
5. The Takeover
October 16, 1989
Amidst a bloody, city-wide riot, Sikes and George must stop the hoodlums who lay siege to the police precinct in order to raid its evidence locker for contraband.
Fifteen with Wanda
4. Fifteen with Wanda
October 9, 1989
Matt and George struggle to cope with their rebellious children while simultaneously protecting a sex-crazed witness from a mobster.
Little Lost Lamb
3. Little Lost Lamb
October 2, 1989
George and Sikes go undercover to investigate a prostitution ring, and Uncle Moodri convinces Buck to confess to a murder committed in self-defense.
Fountain of Youth
2. Fountain of Youth
September 25, 1989
A pair of surgeons has been killing Newcomers for their spartiary glands and implanting the life-lengthening glands into humans.
Pilot
1. Pilot
September 18, 1989
As resentment toward the Tenctonese Newcomers builds, Sikes and Francisco investigate a string of murders that appears to be the work of a giant, insect-like creature.
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Where to Watch Alien Nation
Alien Nation is available for streaming on the FOX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Alien Nation on demand at Amazon, Vudu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 18, 1989
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (5,470)