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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

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Falling Skies Season 5 Episode 10 - Reborn
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #1 - Reborn

    S5:E10

    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

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  2. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 2 - The Armory
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #2 - The Armory

    S1:E2

    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

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  3. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 1 - Live and Learn
    7.0/10(21 votes)

    #3 - Live and Learn

    S1:E1

    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

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  4. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 3 - Prisoner of War
    7.0/10(20 votes)

    #4 - Prisoner of War

    S1:E3

    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

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  5. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 6 - Sanctuary (1)
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Sanctuary (1)

    S1:E6

    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

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  6. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 5 - Silent Kill
    7.2/10(17 votes)

    #6 - Silent Kill

    S1:E5

    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:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Joe Weisberg

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  7. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 9 - Mutiny
    7.3/10(17 votes)

    #7 - Mutiny

    S1:E9

    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:Unknown

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  8. Falling Skies Season 2 Episode 4 - Young Bloods
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #8 - Young Bloods

    S2:E4

    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

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  9. Falling Skies Season 3 Episode 5 - Search and Recover
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Search and Recover

    S3:E5

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Falling Skies Season 5 Episode 4 - Pope Breaks Bad
    7.3/10(17 votes)

    #10 - Pope Breaks Bad

    S5:E4

    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

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  11. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 4 - Grace
    7.4/10(18 votes)

    #11 - Grace

    S1:E4

    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:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Melinda Hsu Taylor

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  12. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 7 - Sanctuary (2)
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #12 - Sanctuary (2)

    S1:E7

    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

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  13. Falling Skies Season 2 Episode 5 - Love and Other Acts of Courage
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Love and Other Acts of Courage

    S2:E5

    A familiar face returns to the 2nd Mass, but his intentions remain unknown. Meanwhile, a skitter is captured and brought back to the camp as a prisoner. And Hal bonds with Maggie as she begins to open up about her past.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Joe Weisberg

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  14. Falling Skies Season 2 Episode 8 - Death March
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #14 - Death March

    S2:E8

    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

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  15. Falling Skies Season 3 Episode 8 - Strange Brew
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #15 - Strange Brew

    S3:E8

    Things seem much too calm for Tom, making him suspicious of his surroundings. On his way back to Charleston, he makes a number of discoveries, some incredibly surprising and others utterly horrifying. Meanwhile, Weaver and Pope butt heads over how to handle the suspected mole.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Falling Skies Season 4 Episode 1 - Ghost in the Machine
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #16 - Ghost in the Machine

    S4:E1

    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

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  17. Falling Skies Season 4 Episode 5 - Mind Wars
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #17 - Mind Wars

    S4:E5

    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

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  18. Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 8 - What Hides Beneath
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #18 - What Hides Beneath

    S1:E8

    The 2nd Mass prepares to take the fight to the invaders with an assault on one of their bases. But Weaver’s increasingly strange behavior worries Tom that he might not be fit to command. Hal and Tom encounter a left-behind woman who employed a suspicious means of surviving the invasion, making it unclear whether they can trust her.

    Director:Anthony Hemingway
    Writer:Mark Verheiden

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  19. Falling Skies Season 2 Episode 1 - Worlds Apart
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #19 - Worlds Apart

    S2:E1

    Weaver is still in command of the 2nd Mass, while Anne continues to serve as medic. They have seen many battles and are a much leaner unit now. Pope has taken command of the Berserkers, a renegade group within the 2nd Mass that Weaver doesn’t fully trust.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writer:Mark Verheiden

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  20. Falling Skies Season 2 Episode 2 - Shall We Gather at the River?
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #20 - Shall We Gather at the River?

    S2:E2

    Tom is haunted by memories of his time with the aliens. Pope plants seeds of doubt about him among the group. Ben’s hatred for skitters grows. The 2nd Mass locate a bridge that will help them cross the river to safety ahead of an impending attack.

    Director:Greg Beeman
    Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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  21. Falling Skies Season 3 Episode 3 - Badlands
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #21 - Badlands

    S3:E3

    The two-year anniversary of the alien invasion is fast approaching as the people of Charleston prepare for another potentially devastating offensive. A sniper attack by an unlikely gunman creates questions and doubts within the new government. Hal believes he knows the identity of the mole. And Anne’s concern for her baby continues to grow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Falling Skies Season 3 Episode 6 - Be Silent and Come Out
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #22 - Be Silent and Come Out

    S3:E6

    Hal finally reveals his internal struggle to everyone, and it doesn’t bode well for the Masons. Lourdes experiments with a risky new medical procedure. And Charleston’s government sees a massive shift in leadership when a group breaks away on a search and rescue mission.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Falling Skies Season 3 Episode 7 - The Pickett Line
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #23 - The Pickett Line

    S3:E7

    The Masons run into trouble on the road when a family of outlaws intercepts their search-and-rescue mission. Meanwhile, looming doubts over the construction of a massive alien weapon ignite a conflict of interests. And an investigation to apprehend a killer on the loose hits a road block.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Falling Skies Season 4 Episode 2 - The Eye
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #24 - The Eye

    S4:E2

    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

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  25. Falling Skies Season 4 Episode 7 - Saturday Night Massacre
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #25 - Saturday Night Massacre

    S4:E7

    Lexi emerges more powerful and ruthless than ever. Tom and the 2nd Mass must work together with the Volm to hold off the invading Espheni forces in what becomes the bloodiest battle of the series.

    Director:Olatunde Osunsanmi
    Writers:David Weddle, Bradley Thompson

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Reborn" is the worst rated episode of "Falling Skies". It scored 6.6/10 based on 17 votes. Directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi and written by David Eick, it aired on 8/30/2015. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Armory".