1. Pilot
Air date: 2013-04-15 · 120 min
The arrival of the mysterious Nolan and his charge Irisa to the town of Defiance marks a threat to the fragile peace that exists between the residents in the premiere of this futuristic drama, which is set in the year 2046, more than 30 years following a war between humans and aliens that left Earth forever changed. Nolan sticks around to help Defiance defend itself from an attack; and under Mayor Amanda Rosewater's leadership, the aliens and humans of the town set their differences aside long enough to rally against a Volge threat.
Open episode 1 ↗2. Down in the Ground Where the Dead Men Go
Air date: 2013-04-22 · 60 min
A killer is pursued; at the same time, Nolan and Datak come to blows over an ancient ritual.
Open episode 2 ↗3. The Devil in the Dark
Air date: 2013-04-29 · 60 min
Irisa is forced to confront a disturbing power; at the same time, Defiance is invaded by a swarm of menacing Hellbugs.
Open episode 3 ↗4. A Well Respected Man
Air date: 2013-05-06 · 60 min
Kenya is kidnapped; Rafe moves a step closer to learning the truth about his son's death.
Open episode 4 ↗5. The Serpent's Egg
Air date: 2013-05-13 · 60 min
Nolan and Amanda find themselves in danger as they attempt to transport a prisoner out of town; and Irisa's mood grows dark after a run-in with the man she believes tortured her as a child.
Open episode 5 ↗6. Brothers in Arms
Air date: 2013-05-20 · 60 min
An old war buddy catches up with Nolan at the same time a Castithan criminal with a history of violence enters the picture.
Open episode 6 ↗7. Goodbye Blue Sky
Air date: 2013-06-03 · 60 min
Interesting relationships develop when the residents of Defiance are forced to stay indoors as a threatening Razor Rain storm approaches. Meanwhile, visions lead Irisa to the Spirit Riders and Sukar, who has fallen under the influence of a strange and mysterious force.
Open episode 7 ↗8. I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Air date: 2013-06-10 · 60 min
Nolan and Tommy encounter an American astronaut who has been in hypersleep for several decades.
Open episode 8 ↗9. If I Ever Leave This World Alive
Air date: 2013-06-17 · 60 min
The Irathients are quarantined in the mines after Defiance is struck by a mysterious plague; and Amanda reconnects with an old flame from the Earth Republic.
Open episode 9 ↗10. The Bride Wore Black
Air date: 2013-06-24 · 60 min
The body of a prominent businessman who disappeared nearly six years ago is discovered hidden in the walls of NeedWant, prompting an investigation by Nolan and Tommy that exposes many of the secrets held by the people of Defiance. It also causes unrest on the eve of Alak and Christie's wedding.
Open episode 10 ↗11. Past Is Prologue
Air date: 2013-07-01 · 60 min
Nolan's involvement in an accident on the eve of the election has the town questioning his role as lawman and Amanda's credentials as potential mayor.
Open episode 11 ↗12. Everything Is Broken
Air date: 2013-07-08 · 60 min
Amanda is locked in a bitter power struggle with Datak as the citizens of Defiance cast their votes for mayor. At the same time, Nolan is violently confronted by his past; and Irisa must decide whether or not to accept her destiny.
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