Revolution 2012
“Take back the power.”
What is Revolution?
The television series Revolution is a sci-fi and fantasy drama that premiered in 2012. It was created by Eric Kripke and produced in collaboration with J.J.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 42
- Runtime
- 42 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 17, 2012
- Last aired
- May 21, 2014
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The television series Revolution is a sci-fi and fantasy drama that premiered in 2012. It was created by Eric Kripke and produced in collaboration with J.J. Abrams. The show is set in a post-apocalyptic world where electricity has stopped working, causing a significant shift in the way people live. The story follows a young woman whose life is changed when a local militia arrives and kills her father, leading her to embark on a journey to find answers about the past. The series features a cast including Billy Burke, Tracy Spiridakos, Giancarlo Esposito, and Zak Orth. Revolution explores themes of survival and reclaiming the future in a world that has been thrust back into the dark ages. The show has been made available on various platforms, including Apple TV and IMDb, where users can access information about the series and watch episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A post-apocalyptic mystery where a young woman uncovers her father's hidden past.”
- Intriguing premise exploring a world without electricity
- Strong character-driven narrative with emotional stakes
- Mix of adventure and sci-fi elements
- Premature cancellation left many storylines unresolved
- Pacing issues in some episodes
You enjoy character-driven sci-fi with a focus on survival and mystery.
Suitable for teens and adults interested in dystopian themes and family drama.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 20 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Sep 17, 2012
- E2 Chained Heat Sep 24, 2012
- E3 No Quarter Oct 1, 2012
- E4 The Plague Dogs Oct 8, 2012
- E5 Soul Train Oct 15, 2012
- E6 Sex and Drugs Oct 29, 2012
- E7 The Children's Crusade Nov 5, 2012
- E8 Ties That Bind Nov 12, 2012
- E9 Kashmir Nov 19, 2012
- E10 Nobody's Fault But Mine Nov 26, 2012
- E11 The Stand Mar 25, 2013
- E12 Ghosts Apr 1, 2013
- E13 The Song Remains the Same Apr 8, 2013
- E14 The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia Apr 22, 2013
- E15 Home Apr 29, 2013
- E16 The Love Boat May 6, 2013
- E17 The Longest Day May 13, 2013
- E18 Clue May 20, 2013
- E19 Children of Men May 27, 2013
- E20 The Dark Tower Jun 3, 2013
Season 2 · 22 episodes
- E1 Born in the U.S.A. Sep 25, 2013
- E2 There Will Be Blood Oct 2, 2013
- E3 Love Story Oct 9, 2013
- E4 Patriot Games Oct 16, 2013
- E5 One Riot, One Ranger Oct 23, 2013
- E6 Dead Man Walking Oct 30, 2013
- E7 The Patriot Act Nov 6, 2013
- E8 Come Blow Your Horn Nov 13, 2013
- E9 Everyone Says I Love You Nov 20, 2013
- E10 Three Amigos Jan 8, 2014
- E11 Mis Dos Padres Jan 15, 2014
- E12 Captain Trips Jan 22, 2014
- E13 Happy Endings Jan 29, 2014
- E14 Fear and Loathing Feb 26, 2014
- E15 Dreamcatcher Mar 5, 2014
- E16 Exposition Boulevard Mar 12, 2014
- E17 Why We Fight Mar 19, 2014
- E18 Austin City Limits Apr 2, 2014
- E19 S#!& Happens Apr 30, 2014
- E20 Tomorrowland May 7, 2014
- E21 Memorial Day May 14, 2014
- E22 Declaration of Independence May 21, 2014
Frequently asked questions
Is the show based on a book?
No, Revolution is an original television series.
How many seasons does it have?
The show ran for two seasons.
Where does the story take place?
The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic United States.
What genre is the show?
It is a post-apocalyptic science fiction drama.
Was the series completed?
No, the series was cancelled before fully resolving its main plotlines.