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The Worst Episodes of Falling Skies

Every episode of Falling Skies ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Falling Skies!

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...
Genres:Action & AdventureSci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:TNT

Worst Episodes Summary

"Reborn" is the worst rated episode of "Falling Skies". It scored 5.9/10 based on 1049 votes. Directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi and written by David Eick, it aired on 8/30/2015. This episode scored 0.9 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Live and Learn".

  • Reborn
    5.9/101,049 votes
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    #1 - Reborn

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 8/30/2015

    The final standoff brings the Masons, the 2nd Mass, and their new allies into the bowels of an iconic American location, wrought with new and unpredictable obstacles. Despite great loss along the way, they must persevere with hopes of once and for all reclaiming Earth and humanity.

    Director: Olatunde Osunsanmi

    Writer: David Eick

  • Live and Learn
    6.8/101,474 votes
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    #2 - Live and Learn

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/2011

    The world is left in tatters after a sudden, unprovoked and unexplained invasion by aliens, leaving the planet’s remaining human population to fight for survival against the occupiers. History professor Tom Mason has been named second in command for the 2nd Mass, but his real focus is on his three sons, one of whom has been captured by the aliens for an unknown purpose.

    Director: Carl Franklin

    Writer: Robert Rodat

  • Grace
    6.8/10981 votes
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    #3 - Grace

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/3/2011

    Tom and his team head out to track down more motorcycles for the 2nd Mass., relying on Pope to guide them to a good location. They hit the jackpot until they meet some skitters and harnessed teenagers at the bike shop. Back at the base, Dr. Harris and Anne disagree over the best method to gather more intelligence on the aliens.

    Director: Fred Toye

    Writer: Melinda Hsu Taylor

  • The Armory
    6.9/101,194 votes
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    #4 - The Armory

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/19/2011

    While scouting for supplies, Tom, Hal and their squad encounter a gang of marauders determined to get their hands on the 2nd Massachusetts’ weapons. Leading the gang is an ex-con named John Pope, who decides to use his hostages as bargaining material.

    Director: Greg Beeman

    Writer: Graham Yost

  • Ghost in the Machine
    6.9/10771 votes
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    #5 - Ghost in the Machine

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 6/22/2014

    On the outskirts of Charleston, just steps away from perceived safety, The Mason Clan and the remaining 2nd Mass suddenly find themselves under brutal attack by a new Espheni war machine – and a new, deadly creation unlike anything previously encountered. Divided like chattel and spread to the winds, The Masons must each forge new relationships and abilities to survive. myserial.ge

    Director: Greg Beeman

    Writer: David Eick

  • Prisoner of War
    7.0/101,042 votes
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    #6 - Prisoner of War

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/26/2011

    Dr. Michael Harris joins the 2nd Mass with a theory about what might save the teenagers abducted by the aliens. But the plan could be derailed when Tom starts digging for answers to questions that have haunted him since the early days of the invasion. The 2nd Mass comes face to face with skitters and mechs when they attempt to rescue Ben.

    Director: Greg Beeman

    Writer: Fred Golan

  • Silent Kill
    7.0/10945 votes
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    #7 - Silent Kill

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/10/2011

    Hal comes up with a risky new plan to rescue captured teenagers from the aliens, but it might require putting someone at risk. Meanwhile, a sudden tragedy causes Anne to make an enormous discovery that proves instrumental to Hal’s risky plan.

    Director: Fred Toye

    Writer: Joe Weisberg

  • The Eye
    7.0/10669 votes
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    #8 - The Eye

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 6/29/2014

    The Espheni reveal their new plan to Tom, and he is faced with an impossible decision. Meanwhile, Weaver and Pope investigate a way out of the Espheni prison, while Matt struggles to hide his true allegiance from the “Team Leaders” at the Espheni Youth Camp. Elsewhere, Anne leads an exhausting search for her daughter Lexi, while Ben’s concerns about Lexi’s increasing powers uncovers a devastating secret she’s been keeping.

    Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writer: Carol Barbee

  • Door Number Three
    7.0/10618 votes
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    #9 - Door Number Three

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 7/27/2014

    After months apart, Tom finally reunites with his family and the 2nd Mass. But the joyous reunion is cut short as Lexi undergoes a health crisis tied to her hybrid DNA. The crisis pits family members against one another as they fight over how to deal with Lexi’s illness. Anne goes to great lengths to save her daughter.

    Director: Jonathan Frakes

    Writer: Melissa Glenn

  • A Thing With Feathers
    7.0/10584 votes
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    #10 - A Thing With Feathers

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 8/10/2014

    The 2nd Mass picks up the pieces after a devastating alien attack leaves Maggie fighting for her life…and Hal fighting for Maggie. Meanwhile, Tom and Dingaan are cut off from the rest of the group, buried under tons of rubble, where they must rely on an Enemy Ship to rescue them.

    Director: David Solomon

    Writer: Ryan Mottesheard

  • Sanctuary (1)
    7.1/10913 votes
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    #11 - Sanctuary (1)

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/17/2011

    Lt. Terry Clayton of the 7th Mass arrives with word that the aliens are on their way to attack the 2nd Mass. Clayton’s plan to lead the children to a safe haven while the adults remain behind to fight is met with some resistance from the parents, including Tom.

    Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writer: Melinda Hsu Taylor

  • Mind Wars
    7.1/10610 votes
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    #12 - Mind Wars

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 7/20/2014

    After freeing Matt from the Espheni Youth Camp, Tom encounters two mysterious strangers in the woods, who attack his family before embarking with him on a violent journey. Hal faces almost insurmountable odds as he tries to lead the remaining Volm and 2nd Mass to a place of perceived safety. Lexi and Anne have a difference of opinions – resulting in dangerous consequences.

    Director: Nathaniel Goodman

    Writer: Bruce Marshall Romans

  • Till Death Do Us Part
    7.1/10583 votes
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    #13 - Till Death Do Us Part

    Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 8/17/2014

    While members of the 2nd Mass attempt to dig out a shot-down Beamer, Tom and a small team follow the Volm to a supply cache in search of equipment to expedite the process. Along the way, they encounter a friend, and must decide whether or not to trust her. Back at camp, Maggie and Ben grow closer as he teaches her to hone her new skills, while Pope and Sara continue to clash, resulting in a fight from which they may never recover.

    Director: Greg Beeman

    Writer: Carol Barbee

  • Sanctuary (2)
    7.2/10886 votes
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    #14 - Sanctuary (2)

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/24/2011

    Hal takes the lead fighting an unexpected threat against the children of the 2nd Mass. Anne has her hands full when Sarah goes into labor while the 2nd Mass base is being evacuated.

    Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

    Writer: Melinda Hsu Taylor

  • Mutiny
    7.2/10865 votes
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    #15 - Mutiny

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/7/2011

    As the 2nd Mass. prepares for a major assault, divisions within the ranks threaten to tear the group apart. Tom has difficulty processing the profound implications of Anne’s latest discovery.

    Director: Holly Dale

    Writer: N/A

  • Death March
    7.2/10759 votes
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    #16 - Death March

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/5/2012

    The 2nd Mass pushes on to Charleston, but some are still grieving the group’s recent losses. Weaver learns more about Tector’s background before the invasion. And Matt begins to bond with a harnessed girl who was found recently.

    Director: Seith Mann

    Writer: Heather V. Regnier

  • Space Oddity
    7.2/10605 votes
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    #17 - Space Oddity

    Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 8/31/2014

    Tom’s mission to destroy the Espheni Power Core is complicated by Lexi’s return. Lexi is forced to take extreme measures to save her father’s life – and her own – after a Beamer malfunction. Meanwhile, the 2nd Mass fears an impending Espheni strike by the scorched Overlord.

    Director: Olatunde Osunsanmi

    Writer: M. Raven Metzner

  • Respite
    7.2/10560 votes
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    #18 - Respite

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 8/2/2015

    Injured, Tom takes refuge with a unique family who has distanced themselves from the fight, giving him a glimpse of life without war. Hal and Isabella's romance grows as they search for a missing Tom. Meanwhile, The 2nd Mass locates an Espheni device that could be a linchpin to winning the war if they can figure out how to use it. And Maggie makes a decision that has consequences for her and the entire 2nd Mass.

    Director: Jonathan Frakes

    Writer: Ayanna Floyd Davis

  • Compass
    7.3/10810 votes
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    #19 - Compass

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/24/2012

    The 2nd Mass moves into an airport hanger. The Berserkers plan to get rid of Tom. While dealing with a loss of one of its own, the 2nd Mass receives a promise of hope from a mysterious visitor.

    Director: Michael Katleman

    Writer: Bryan Oh

  • Young Bloods
    7.3/10826 votes
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    #20 - Young Bloods

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/1/2012

    While on patrol together, Ben and Hal try to help a young boy and wind up having their bikes stolen. The hunt to recover them leads them to the discovery of something much bigger. Also, Matt is put in danger, and Weaver is reunited with a family member.

    Director: Miguel Sapochnik

    Writer: Heather V. Regnier

  • Search and Recover
    7.3/10686 votes
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    #21 - Search and Recover

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 6/30/2013

    When a mission goes terribly awry, Tom and Pope must rely on each other to survive. Meanwhile, Weaver and company search desperately for two members of the 2nd Mass who have gone missing. And Marina takes matters into her own hands in Charleston, disregarding Tom’s authority.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Evolve or Die
    7.3/10619 votes
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    #22 - Evolve or Die

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 7/13/2014

    After breaking out of the Espheni Ghetto, Tom and the 2nd Mass seek refuge in a Volm hideout, where tensions run high between the Volm and humans. Tom sets off with Weaver and Cochise to find Matt, leaving Hal in charge. Meanwhile in Chinatown, Anne is reunited with Lexi, and comes to realize that the little girl she saw 6 months ago is now a grown woman.

    Director: Bill Eagles

    Writer: M. Raven Metzner

  • Drawing Straws
    7.3/10593 votes
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    #23 - Drawing Straws

    Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 8/24/2014

    Tom and the remnants of the 2nd Mass learn to pilot a Beamer as part of their plan to destroy the Espheni Power Core, and the group draws straws to see who will embark on the dangerous mission. The threat of death hanging over everyone triggers long-simmering confrontations between many of our main characters, ultimately bringing the 2nd Mass closer together.

    Director: Adam Kane

    Writer: Josh Pate

  • Pope Breaks Bad
    7.3/10576 votes
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    #24 - Pope Breaks Bad

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 7/19/2015

    A mission to procure vehicles and fuel goes awry, and a desperate Pope takes things into his own hands. Cochise shares troubling news with Anne.

    Director: Peter Leto

    Writer: Jack Kenny

  • Non-Essential Personnel
    7.3/10566 votes
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    #25 - Non-Essential Personnel

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 7/26/2015

    The 2nd Mass leaves Chinatown en route to what they hope will be the final Espheni battle. Along the way, they encounter a deranged and desperate gunman who takes a hostage. Meanwhile, Tom sets off to rescue Hal.

    Director: Olatunde Osunsanmi

    Writer: Jim Barnes