Falling Skies

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** April, 19, 2011 - 2:07pm

Falling Skies is an upcoming American science fiction television drama series created by Robert Rodat and Steven Spielberg for TNT. The first season will feature ten episodes. The show is produced by DreamWorks Television, with Steven Spielberg acting as an executive producer. Falling Skies is set to premiere on Sunday, June 19, 2011, at 9 p.m. with a two-hour pilot episode.

Falling Skies tells the story of the aftermath of an alien invasion; It follows a group of survivors who must band together in order to fight back against the invading aliens. The group, known as the 2nd Mass, is led by history professor Tom Mason who, in search of his son, must put his extensive knowledge of military history to the test as one of the leaders of the resistance movement.

Starring Noah Wyle and Moon Bloodgood.
Its about aliens of course because Spielberg has a hard on for aliens.

Here's a preview.

And a 5 minute clip.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 13, 2011 - 10:25am

anyone gonna watch this? should I even update the thread?
It starts Sunday at 9PM. Same day as Game of Thrones and The Killing finales. So I'll have DVR set and will watch it during next week sometime.
But I'm hoping it can fill the void from the 2 shows that are ending.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

I'll check it out and give it a chance. The GoT/Killing void is going to be rough.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 17, 2011 - 8:22am

SUNDAY JUNE 19TH AT 9PM EST ON TNT
Pilot
Ragtag survivors and resistance fighters struggle to endure following a catastrophic alien attack in this drama executive produced by Steven Spielberg. First up: Bookish Boston professor Tom Mason (Noah Wyle) helps lead a regiment of citizen soldiers against the extraterrestrial invaders, whose purpose remains a mystery. Yet Mason's primary objective is to protect his three sons, one of whom is taken captive by the aliens.

2 HOUR SEASON PREMIERE

Frank · **Posted:** June, 17, 2011 - 8:31am

hmm maybe i can catch a repeat of the pilot as im hoping to have cable installed in the place by next week.

Phil · **Posted:** June, 17, 2011 - 8:42am

Maybe i'll DVR it, but I'm going to wait and see what you peeps say about it before diving in.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

Totally Rad Show has their review of the premiere. They seem to be a little iffy on it, but want to give it more of a chance.

Phil · **Posted:** June, 20, 2011 - 10:49am

Any of you guys watch it? I had it on for a bit when I was doing dishes and then started playing OoT when it was on. Then I just ended up turning it off and putting headphones on. I DVRd it though just in case.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 20, 2011 - 11:19am

Phil wrote:

Any of you guys watch it? I had it on for a bit when I was doing dishes and then started playing OoT when it was on. Then I just ended up turning it off and putting headphones on. I DVRd it though just in case.

Nah man, the Thrones and Killing finales took up my entire night.
I heard Damon Lindelof of LOST fame loved it. Not sure if I'll have time tonight either since its 2 hours long but we'll see.

IratePrimate · **Joined:** June, 12, 2006 - 12:32pm **Posts:** 9540

i will have to watch it later this week. I am in breaking bad catch up mode so I have no time for alien shenanigans right now.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

I DVR'd it but we still have to watch last night's The Killing before I'll get to it.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 21, 2011 - 7:33am

I watched it in parts over the course of last night.
I enjoyed it. I've seen better post-apocalyptic settings but it was still enjoyable. Ensemble cast that I'll have to learn the names of and have grow on me from week to week, but I'm on board for the ride. The aliens were kinda cool, like a bunch of Ursulas from the Little Mermaid. And the big Mech walkers were kinda shitty CGI-wise.

Of course you have the badass. Then you have the father with kids. The tough girl (2 of them by the end). The pretty boy rebel older son.
Stereotypical characters but we'll see if they grow on me.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

We just watched the first hour, I like it so far. It's not on a BSG/Lost level but its nice to see some good sci-fi on tv. I'd take a show like this over another hospital/courtroom/police show any day of the week.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 24, 2011 - 4:36pm

SUNDAY JUNE 26TH AT 10PM EST ON TNT
Prisoner of War
A doctor (Steven Weber) who shares a history with Tom arrives at camp, and he may hold the key to saving the kids who've been abducted by aliens. Meanwhile, the ragtag crew has nightmarish encounters with skitters and mechs.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

Finished the 2nd hour, it was good. I really liked it once they introduced Pope, hes probably the most interesting character so far. The scene with him and Noah Wyle in the auditorium was great, he totally stole the show. In video game speak its kind of like Half-Life/Resistance the TV show. I'll keep tuning in.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

Watched the 3rd episode tonight. I'm mildly interested in the story, but some of the dialog and acting is just so bad its laughable. The only characters that I find interesting at all are Tom and Pope, everyone else is annoyingly stupid. My wife is already saying shes had enough, I'll tough it out for a couple more episodes but I really hope theres some payoff coming.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** June, 28, 2011 - 7:06am

I thought the new episode had a couple good HOLY SHIT moments.
But with any show, the characters that are not always in the foreground are going to take some time to get used to.

Like angry chick that came with Pope is useless, asian guy that helps Tom is a nobody right now, and there's a few others like this. They're always there but not really doing much... or saying much.

IratePrimate · **Joined:** June, 12, 2006 - 12:32pm **Posts:** 9540

im with you guys, pope is the only interesting character. the rest are forgettable. I also really hate the way the aliens look. They just look stupid

am i the only one who thinks it is awful they have a 12 year old running around shooting automatic weapons? im sorry, but his ass would not be able to handle the recoil of an assault rifle. amongst many other things that make it ridiculous.

also did anyone think about ID4 when noah wylie dragged a half alive one back from the field. i was waiting for him to kick it and say "welcome ta erf"

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** July, 1, 2011 - 7:44am

SUNDAY JULY 3RD AT 10PM EST ON TNT
Grace
Tom and his crew undertake a mission to retrieve motorcycles and cautiously allow Pope to join them. While on the task, they're attacked by a harrowing entity that may be even more formidable than aliens. Elsewhere, Anne and Harris hit upon a crucial discovery.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** July, 7, 2011 - 5:08pm

Renewed for Season 2

from tvline.com

Quote:

TNT has ordered a 10-episode second season of its Noah Wyle-fronted alien invasion drama Falling Skies, to air in summer 2012.

With a cumulative weekly audience of more than 6 million viewers, the Steven Spielberg-produced thriller stands as cable’s No. 1 new drama.

“Falling Skies is a true standout series, from its ambitious storytelling, high-profile cast and production team to its phenomenal success when it comes to international and time-shifted viewing,” said TNT bigwig Michael Wright. “We’re reaching new audiences with Falling Skies and look forward to seeing where this fascinating and exciting series takes us next.”

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** July, 8, 2011 - 7:49am

SUNDAY JULY 10TH AT 10PM EST ON TNT
Silent Kill
Hal orchestrates a shadowy and perilous plan to slip into an alien lair to rescue Ben and other ensnared kids.

Steve · **Joined:** September, 9, 2005 - 12:08pm **Posts:** 10353

I'm now 2 weeks behind making it less likely I'll catch up.

Johnny Manf · **Posted:** July, 15, 2011 - 8:05am

SUNDAY JULY 17TH AT 10PM EST ON TNT
Sanctuary Pt. 1
Part 1 of 2. Another resistance leader appears at the camp, sounding an alert that the aliens will soon attack and offering to take the children to safe shelter. With time running out, Tom and the others must weigh his proposal.

Frank · **Posted:** July, 21, 2011 - 4:23pm

so i go to watch this which i hear is for free OnDemand. i pull up the section and find that they appear to have every episode so far EXCEPT for the first. what the hell. how am i supposed to "catch up" to something if they dont have the first epiosde??

IratePrimate · **Joined:** June, 12, 2006 - 12:32pm **Posts:** 9540

yeah they set the expiration date on the pilot to expire the day the 2nd episode aired. it was so fukin stupid.

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