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Defiance

2013-04-15 · 43 min / episode · ★ 6.8

Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

In the near future, planet Earth is permanently altered following the sudden—and tumultuous—arrival of seven unique alien races. In the boom-town of Defiance, the newly-formed civilization of humans and aliens must learn to co-exist peacefully.

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Creators
Rockne S. O'Bannon, Michael Taylor, Kevin Murphy
Production companies
UCP, Five & Dime Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Canceled

Top Cast

Grant BowlerGrant BowlerJoshua Nolan
Julie BenzJulie BenzAmanda Rosewater
Stephanie LeonidasStephanie LeonidasIrisa
Tony CurranTony CurranDatak Tarr
Jaime MurrayJaime MurrayStahma Tarr

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