Falling Skies
We're not just fighting for our lives. We're fighting for our existence.
Created by Robert Rodat
On TNT
A serialized post-apocalyptic survival drama that balances intimate family bonds against large-scale alien warfare, sustaining moderate tension through a five-season arc of insurgency and resistance.
Falling Skies opens in the chaotic aftermath of an alien attack that has left most of the world completely incapacitated. In the six months since the initial invasion, the few survivors have banded together outside major cities to begin the difficult task of fighting back. Each day is a test of survival as citizen soldiers work to protect the people in their care while also engaging in an insurgency campaign against the occupying alien force.
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Is Falling Skies violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Is Falling Skies scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.
Is Falling Skies sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
Is Falling Skies easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of series.
Does Falling Skies leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
