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The Best Episodes of Ascension

Every episode of Ascension ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Ascension!

Binge this in 4h 24m•Peaking at 7.3/10

In 1963, the U.S. government launched a covert space mission sending hundreds of men, women and children on a century-long voyage aboard the starship Ascension to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Ascension Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter One
    7.3/10(807 votes)

    #1 - Chapter One

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    The passengers of a starship on a century-long voyage to populate a new world begin to question the true nature of their covert mission when 50 years into their journey, which began in 1963, a young woman turns up dead of suspicious circumstances.

    Director:Stephen Williams
    Writer:Philip Levens

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  2. Ascension Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter Two
    7.3/10(657 votes)

    #2 - Chapter Two

    S1:E2

    Aaron investigates an explosion on Ascension, while Captain Denninger covers up its true cause. Elsewhere, Viondra suspects there is a traitor within her ranks of stewardesses after Councilman Rose becomes privy to inside information; something mysterious seems to be happening to young Christa Valis; and James Toback attempts to impress Nora by making a deal to get into Officers Training School.

    Directors:Vincenzo Natali, Rob Lieberman
    Writers:Philip Levens, Adrian Cruz

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  3. Ascension Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter Three
    7.3/10(651 votes)

    #3 - Chapter Three

    S1:E3

    The Ascension passengers are in for many surprises when the selection of families eligible for birthing rights is announced; the Denningers work together to secure their power and upset Councilman Rose; and Viondra seizes an opportunity to assert her dominance when a mysterious power surge knocks out systems on the ship.

    Directors:Nick Copus, Mairzee Almas
    Writers:Philip Levens, Melody Fox

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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter One" is the best rated episode of "Ascension". It scored 7.3/10 based on 807 votes. Directed by Stephen Williams and written by Philip Levens, it aired on 12/15/2014. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter Two".