Falling Skies TV series poster

Falling Skies

2011 · 5 Seasons · Ended

TV-14 Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama

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.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.1 The Movie Database
7.1 IMDb
68% Rotten Tomatoes
63 Metacritic

Where to stream Falling Skies

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.

Netflix

Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailer

Falling Skies (2011) - Official Trailer

Top cast and crew

Robert Rodat Creator
Noah Wyle Thomas 'Tom' Mason
Moon Bloodgood Dr. Anne Glass
Will Patton Captain Daniel 'Dan' Weaver
Drew Roy Hal Mason
Connor Jessup Ben Mason
Maxim Knight Matthew 'Matt' Mason
Colin Cunningham John Pope
Sarah Carter Maggie
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Frequently asked questions about Falling Skies

Where can I watch Falling Skies in the United States?

Falling Skies is available to stream on Netflix in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Falling Skies on Netflix?

Yes. Falling Skies is streaming on Netflix in the United States.

Can I watch Falling Skies for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Falling Skies needs a subscription to Netflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for Falling Skies?

Falling Skies scores 7.1 on The Movie Database, 7.1 on IMDb, 68% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 63 on Metacritic.

Who stars in Falling Skies?

Falling Skies stars Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood, Will Patton, Drew Roy, and Connor Jessup. Robert Rodat is the creator.

How many seasons of Falling Skies are there?

Falling Skies has 5 seasons and 52 episodes, and is ended.

How long does it take to watch all of Falling Skies?

All 52 episodes of Falling Skies add up to about 52 hours at roughly 60 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 26 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 13 days.

What network is Falling Skies on?

Falling Skies airs on TNT, and is produced by DreamWorks Television, Amblin Television, and Turner Network Television.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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