Firefly 2002
“You can't take the sky from me.”
- Status
- Canceled
- First Aired
- September 20, 2002
- Last Aired
- December 20, 2002
- Format
- 1 season · 11 eps
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E10 "Objects in Space" (★ 8.6/10)
- Created By
- Joss Whedon
- Network
- FOX
- Where to Stream
- Hulu
What is Firefly?
Firefly is a science fiction television series that premiered in 2002, created by Joss Whedon under his Mutant Enemy Productions label. Set in the year 2517, the show depicts a future where humans inhabit a new star system and live on the fringes of society.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 11
- First aired
- Sep 20, 2002
- Last aired
- Dec 20, 2002
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- FOX
- Genres
- Drama, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.3/10 from 2,427 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 11 episodes
- Status
- Canceled
- Network
- FOX
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Overview
Firefly is a science fiction television series that premiered in 2002, created by Joss Whedon under his Mutant Enemy Productions label. Set in the year 2517, the show depicts a future where humans inhabit a new star system and live on the fringes of society. The series follows Captain Malcolm Reynolds and his diverse crew aboard the spaceship Serenity as they travel through the outer reaches of the galaxy. They frequently evade the authoritarian Alliance and confront various threats including bounty hunters and warring factions. The show blends elements of space adventure with Western themes, presenting a unique take on the science fiction genre. It features a ragtag group of characters who struggle to survive while maintaining their independence in a lawless frontier. The series was produced with Whedon serving as executive producer alongside Tim Minear.
Should you watch it?
“A renegade crew navigates the fringes of space while evading an oppressive government regime.”
- engaging ensemble cast
- unique frontier setting
- short series run
Watch it if you enjoy space-themed adventures featuring a ragtag crew of outlaws.
The series is a space western drama featuring conflict with an oppressive government and bounty hunters.
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Season 1 · 11 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Train Job Mytharc Sep 20, 2002
- E2 Bushwhacked Core Sep 27, 2002
- E3 Our Mrs. Reynolds Core Oct 4, 2002
- E4 Jaynestown Core Oct 18, 2002
- E5 Out of Gas Core Oct 25, 2002
- E6 Shindig Core Nov 1, 2002
- E7 Safe Core Nov 8, 2002
- E8 Ariel Core Nov 15, 2002
- E9 War Stories Core Dec 6, 2002
- E10 Objects in Space Mytharc Dec 13, 2002
- E11 Serenity Mytharc Dec 20, 2002
Frequently asked questions
What is the genre of Firefly?
It is an American space western drama television series.
Who created the series?
The series was created by writer and director Joss Whedon.
When was the series released?
The show aired from 2002 to 2003.
What is the premise of the show?
A renegade crew aboard the spaceship Serenity travels through space while avoiding the Alliance and bounty hunters.
Who are some of the cast members?
The cast includes Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Alan Tudyk, and Morena Baccarin.
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