Ascension (2014–2014)
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In 1963 the American government begins a covert mission sending hundreds of people on a century long journey aboard the starship Ascension. Its goal: to populate a new world. Nearly 50 years into the trip, the murder of a young woman -- as Ascension approaches the point of no return -- prompts some to question the project.
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Night OneThe passengers of a starship on a century-long voyage to populate a new world begin to question the true nature of their covert mission when 50 years into their journey, which began in 1963, a young woman turns up dead of suspicious circumstances. - 02
Night TwoAaron investigates an explosion on Ascension, while Captain Denninger covers up its true cause. Elsewhere, Viondra suspects there is a traitor within her ranks of stewardesses after Councilman Rose becomes privy to inside information; something mysterious seems to be happening to young Christa Valis; and James Toback attempts to impress Nora by making a deal to get into Officers Training School. - 03
Night ThreeThe Ascension passengers are in for many surprises when the selection of families eligible for birthing rights is announced; the Denningers work together to secure their power and upset Councilman Rose; and Viondra seizes an opportunity to assert her dominance when a mysterious power surge knocks out systems on the ship.
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Season01
- S01E01Season's bestNight OneDecember 15, 2014The passengers of a starship on a century-long voyage to populate a new world begin to question the true nature of their covert mission when
- S01E02Night TwoDecember 16, 2014Aaron investigates an explosion on Ascension, while Captain Denninger covers up its true cause. Elsewhere, Viondra suspects there is a trait
- S01E03Night ThreeDecember 17, 2014The Ascension passengers are in for many surprises when the selection of families eligible for birthing rights is announced; the Denningers
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