Farscape: Season 1

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SyFy | Science Channel | Sci-Fi | Sci | Season Premiere Date: March 18, 1999

Starring: Ben Browder, Claudia Black, Virginia Hey

Summary: Five years ago, astronaut John Crichton attempted to use the Earth's atmosphere to propel his ship, Farscape 1, at great speeds across the solar system. He went much further though and was sucked down a wormhole to a distant part of the galaxy and into the middle of a battle. He was rescued by a group of escaping prisoners and taken aboardFive years ago, astronaut John Crichton attempted to use the Earth's atmosphere to propel his ship, Farscape 1, at great speeds across the solar system. He went much further though and was sucked down a wormhole to a distant part of the galaxy and into the middle of a battle. He was rescued by a group of escaping prisoners and taken aboard their ship, a living ship. As the years went by, Crichton has made enemies, powerful and dangerous enemies. On his journey to find a way back home, he freed other captives who became part of the crew on Moya.… Expand

Creator: Rockne S. O'Bannon

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Suspense, Science Fiction

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E22. Family Ties (1)
Air Date: January 28, 2000
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S1:E21. Bone to be Wild
Air Date: January 21, 2000
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S1:E20. The Hidden Memory (2)
Air Date: January 14, 2000

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Aaron Barnhart

Jul 18, 2013

Spellbinding ... Blends intelligent writing, seamless special effects and more wonderful creations from Jim Henson's Creature Shop. [19 Mar 1999]

Tom Shales

Jul 18, 2013

An adventurous, whimsical and spectacular space series. ... "Farscape" doesn't plumb mysteries of the cosmos or boldly go into profound allegorical realms. But it is fun, and beautifully produced. [8 Jul 1999]

M.S. Mason

Jul 18, 2013

"Farscape" is not only fun, it is often thoughtful and probes issues of good and evil. [7 May 1999]

Marc Bernardin

Jun 12, 2013

[An] engaging, if familiar, new actioner. Read full review

Ed Bark

Jul 18, 2013

Farscape is thoroughly first-rate in the special-effects department. As for the writing, it at least shows flashes of promise. [19 Mar 1999]

Steve Parks

Jul 18, 2013

Opens promisingly with a storyline that sets up a compelling premise for a serial adventure ... [but] is so visually arresting that the humanoid characters are upstaged. [14 Mar 1999]

Scott D. Pierce

Jul 18, 2013

If you watched the show with the sound turned down, you might well be blown away. But, as has been an unfortunate trend in non-Muppet Henson productions, most of the effort seems to have gone into making the series look great while giving short shrift to the writing. [12 Mar 1999]

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LordLardAss

Mar 25, 2012

The guy just below me said it well: "PLEASE WATCH THIS SHOW.. if you end up not liking it, there is something wrong with you." Really, he's right, it is not the show, it is you! If you don't like this show, either you lack imagination, or you don't have a sense of humor. Either way, you haveThe guy just below me said it well: "PLEASE WATCH THIS SHOW.. if you end up not liking it, there is something wrong with you." Really, he's right, it is not the show, it is you! If you don't like this show, either you lack imagination, or you don't have a sense of humor. Either way, you have basically lost touch with your inner child - that's your problem right there! Everyone's inner child smiles from ear to ear from watching Farscape! Having said this, the show is definitely not perfect. The first season in particular is of varying quality. You can feel the budget constraints at times. And the very first episode is unfortunately the least impressive of them all. It's sluggish and starts out boringly sentimental, and is not at all representative of what the show is going to blossom into over four amazing seasons. I'm just telling you, so you don't watch the first episode and give up! Hang in there, you will be richly rewarded!… Expand

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Triggerhappy

Nov 22, 2012

This is one of the best, if not the best, sci-fi shows out there. The seasons get progressively better, the plot gets more serious, as does character psychology and production value, and the universe keeps getting darker. I would not rate Season 1 higher that a 7, but since its two-partThis is one of the best, if not the best, sci-fi shows out there. The seasons get progressively better, the plot gets more serious, as does character psychology and production value, and the universe keeps getting darker. I would not rate Season 1 higher that a 7, but since its two-part finale it quickly rises up to 10 and then beyond awesome. There is a decent portion of geek humour as well, but it does not detract from the general serious tone of the series. Oh, and anyone saying that season 4 finale is not THE most epic sci-fi show finale ever must be joking. I would personally rate this higher even than BSG exactly because BSG series 4 finale was so incredibly lame - this one leaves you craving for more. Check out Peacekeeper wars, the miniseries made after season 5 was cancelled, to find some closure. It is rushed, given the limited resources and time available for it, but still worthwhile.… Expand

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olivepalm

Feb 5, 2011

Ok... I don't care what anyone else says about this show, because it is simply the best sci-fi show out there. It is the show with everything: wit, comedy, emotion, thrill, and plenty of action. It is my favorite TV show and I wish they hadn't canceled it after the 4th season. SomeOk... I don't care what anyone else says about this show, because it is simply the best sci-fi show out there. It is the show with everything: wit, comedy, emotion, thrill, and plenty of action. It is my favorite TV show and I wish they hadn't canceled it after the 4th season. Some episodes are self-contained, but for the most part each episode advances the roller-coaster plot in some way. I found myself falling in love with each character. So in conclusion: PLEASE WATCH THIS SHOW.. if you end up not liking it, there is something wrong with you. (jk)... no, but really.… Expand

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Shempler

Jul 14, 2015

Fantastic show with interesting characters, sexy girls and hot aliens. One of the best shows I've watched, too bad it was cancelled. Peacekeeper Wars kinda finished it ok.

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ForReals13

Jun 11, 2020

Premiere B+. Exodus From Genesis B-.
Back And Back And Back To The Future B-.
Throne For A Loss B-. PK Tech Girl B-. Thank God It's Friday Again C+. I E.T. C+. That Old Black Magic B-. DNA Mad Scientist B+. They've Got A Secret B-. Till The Blood Runs Clear B-. The Flax B. Rhapsody InPremiere B+. Exodus From Genesis B-.
Back And Back And Back To The Future B-.
Throne For A Loss B-. PK Tech Girl B-.
Thank God It's Friday Again C+. I E.T. C+.
That Old Black Magic B-. DNA Mad Scientist B+.
They've Got A Secret B-. Till The Blood Runs Clear B-.
The Flax B. Rhapsody In Blue C+.
Jeremiah Crichton C+. Durka Returns A-.
A Human Reaction A. Through The Looking Glass B.
A Bug's Life B+. Nerve A. The Hidden Memory A.
Bone To Be Wild B. Family Ties A-.… Expand

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roddersj04

Jan 1, 2011

Farscape: A show unlike any other, sending off astronaut John Chricton into a wormhole and into the other side of the universe, meeting wierd and wonderful creatures. He travels alongside escaped prisoners Ka D'Argo, a luxan (think Worf from Star Trek with a squid for a head), Zhann a baldFarscape: A show unlike any other, sending off astronaut John Chricton into a wormhole and into the other side of the universe, meeting wierd and wonderful creatures. He travels alongside escaped prisoners Ka D'Argo, a luxan (think Worf from Star Trek with a squid for a head), Zhann a bald blue priestess and Dominar Rygel, a pompous little toad who hovers about in a chair who wants to reclaim his throne. With them is Peacekeeper (Intergalactic military) Aeryn Sun, who was described as "contaminated" and sentenced to death, Pilot, an awesome creature who controls Moya, the living pregnant ship. They are all on the run from the Peacekeepers, led by Captain Bailar Crais, who's obsessed with hunting John down, as John accidently killed his brother.

Overwhelmed yet? It's alright, even the fans were a bit. The first series can be a bit disjointed at times, producing some dire episodes (you can skip "Jeremiah Chricton" and "Bone To Be Wild", trust me you'll want to) but the good episodes outnumber the bad ones. Throught the series, you get glimpses into the characters backstories (D'argos is the most compelling, you'll feel for him) and by the series finale, a lot of the plot lines come together for a finale that'll leave you wanting to see the second series ASAP.

More prominent characters join the series later on, such as Greyscale nympho Chiana and the latest insane peacekeeper (and one of TV historys greatest villains) Scorpious. He may look like a gimp Mr Burns whos had the life sucked out of him, but he's menacing as hell and will leave a lasting impression.

And thus begins the first season of one of historys greatest sci fi shows.… Expand

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Broyax

Jan 11, 2017

Voilà une série qui fait honte à la Science-Fiction toute entière, non seulement par son aspect bas de gamme repoussant qui alterne les décors en carton avec de l'image de synthèse fatiguenaze mais aussi par ses petites histoires simplettes et son univers de supermarché dont on ne voudraitVoilà une série qui fait honte à la Science-Fiction toute entière, non seulement par son aspect bas de gamme repoussant qui alterne les décors en carton avec de l'image de synthèse fatiguenaze mais aussi par ses petites histoires simplettes et son univers de supermarché dont on ne voudrait même pas dans les bacs à soldes à deux balles de la foire à farfouille.

Le mauvais goût permanent, endémique et maladif se propage dans tous les compartiments de ce sous-produit, des déguisements grotesques jusqu'aux comédiens terriblement mauvais avec en tête de gondole, le benêt bellâtre au charisme d'andouille avariée. Dans ces conditions (déplorables) l'ennui et la pitié se mêlent, puis l'indignation devant tant d'incapacité et d'incommensurable bêtise.

En résumé : à chier.… Expand

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Series Overview
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: October 17, 2004
Season 4

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  Air Date: June 7, 2002
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: March 16, 2001
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: March 17, 2000
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: March 18, 1999
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  S1:E22. Family Ties (1)
  Air Date: January 28, 2000
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  S1:E21. Bone to be Wild
  Air Date: January 21, 2000
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  S1:E20. The Hidden Memory (2)
  Air Date: January 14, 2000
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  S1:E19. Nerve (1)
  Air Date: January 7, 2000
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  S1:E18. A Bug's Life
  Air Date: September 17, 1999
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  S1:E17. Through the Looking Glass
  Air Date: September 10, 1999
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  S1:E16. Durka Returns
  Air Date: August 13, 1999
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  S1:E15. A Human Reaction
  Air Date: August 1, 1999
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  S1:E14. Jeremiah Crichton
  Air Date: July 30, 1999
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  S1:E13. Rhapsody in Blue
  Air Date: July 23, 1999
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  S1:E12. The Flax
  Air Date: July 16, 1999
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  S1:E11. Till the Blood Runs Clear
  Air Date: July 9, 1999
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  S1:E10. They've Got a Secret
  Air Date: June 25, 1999
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  S1:E9. DNA Mad Scientist
  Air Date: June 18, 1999
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  S1:E8. That Old Black Magic
  Air Date: June 11, 1999
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  S1:E7. I, E.T.
  Air Date: May 8, 1999
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  S1:E6. Thank God It's Friday... Again
  Air Date: April 23, 1999
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  S1:E5. PK Tech Girl
  Air Date: April 16, 1999
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  S1:E4. Throne for a Loss
  Air Date: April 9, 1999
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  S1:E3. Back and Back and Back to the Future
  Air Date: April 2, 1999
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  S1:E2. Exodus from Genesis
  Air Date: March 26, 1999
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  S1:E1. Premiere
  Air Date: March 19, 1999