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Ascension

2014·Show
3Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic566.7Rotten Tomatoes67%72%
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IMDb7.1Metacritic566.7Rotten Tomatoes67%72%
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Ascension fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Melancholic and wondrous

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Mystery, the mind, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Complexity8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

In 1963, the U.S. government launched a covert space mission sending hundreds of men, women and children on a century-long voyage aboard the starship Ascension to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the journey, as they approach the point of no return, a mysterious murder of a young woman causes the ship’s population to question the true nature of their mission.
MysteryScience FictionSocial CommentaryPolitical IntrigueGeneration ShipClosed SocietyPsychological DramaRetro-FuturismMurder Mystery

Crew

Directed by:
Stephen Williams, Rob Lieberman, Vincenzo Natali
Written by:
Philip Levens, Melody Fox, Adrian Cruz
Composed by:
Trevor Morris

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Ascension

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Where can I stream Ascension legally?

PrimeThe RokuFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Ascension is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Ascension worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ascension rated?

TV-MASexual contentStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How many seasons does Ascension have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 3 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ascension?

Critics62
Audiences70

Not quite. Audiences rate Ascension higher (70) than critics (62). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Ascension air?

It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Ascension in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ascension?

35ARATAUBECACHCLCOCZDEDKESFIFR+21

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ascension in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ascension use?

Spotting the ThreadColony ShipFirst Time in the SunSuper Breeding ProgramSchizo TechWhat Happened to the Mouse?Hide Your LesbiansShout-OutUnderwear SwimsuitManipulative BitchJerkass Has a PointZeerustand 72 more

TV Tropes lists 84 storytelling tropes for Ascension, including Spotting the Thread, Colony Ship, First Time in the Sun.