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 journey, as they approach the point of no return, a mysterious murder of a young woman causes the ship’s population to question the true nature of their mission.
The worst episode of "Ascension" is "Chapter One", rated 7.3/10 from 775 user votes. It was directed by Stephen Williams and written by Philip Levens. "Chapter One" aired on 12/15/2014 and is rated 0.0 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Chapter Two".
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
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.
Director: Rob Lieberman, Vincenzo Natali
Writer: Philip Levens, Adrian Cruz
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.
Director: Nick Copus, Mairzee Almas
Writer: Philip Levens, Melody Fox