Defiance Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2013 · Syfy · Status: Canceled · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Defiance
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Defiance have?
Defiance has 3 seasons and 38 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 15, 2013 to August 28, 2015.
Is Defiance renewed, ended, or canceled?
Defiance has been officially canceled and will not return for additional seasons.
How long does it take to binge watch Defiance?
It takes 27h 57m (1677 minutes) to watch the complete run of Defiance. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 14 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 28 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 14 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Defiance?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 12 ("Everything Is Broken"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.8/10 based on 12 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Defiance?
Defiance is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Defiance?
Defiance has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Defiance?
The primary ensemble cast includes Grant Bowler as Joshua Nolan (age 58), Julie Benz as Amanda Rosewater (age 54), Stephanie Leonidas as Irisa (age 42), Tony Curran as Datak Tarr (age 56).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Bowler | Joshua Nolan | 58 |
| Julie Benz | Amanda Rosewater | 54 |
| Stephanie Leonidas | Irisa | 42 |
| Tony Curran | Datak Tarr | 56 |
| Jaime Murray | Stahma Tarr | 49 |
| Dewshane Williams | Tommy LaSalle | 35 |
| Graham Greene | Rafe McCawley | 73 (deceased) |
| Mia Kirshner | Kenya Rosewater | 51 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Defiance are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.