Surface 2005
What is Surface?
Surface is a 2005 television series classified as science‑fiction, fantasy and drama with a TV‑PG rating. The show follows three ordinary individuals—a marine biologist, an insurance salesman and a teenage boy—whose everyday routines are disrupted by the sudden appearance of a previously unknown and often hazardous marine species.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 15
- Runtime
- 43 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 19, 2005
- Last aired
- Feb 6, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Surface is a 2005 television series classified as science‑fiction, fantasy and drama with a TV‑PG rating. The show follows three ordinary individuals—a marine biologist, an insurance salesman and a teenage boy—whose everyday routines are disrupted by the sudden appearance of a previously unknown and often hazardous marine species. As the new creature surfaces, the characters become entangled in a series of events that draw them into the mystery surrounding the organism’s origin and behavior. Their investigations attract the attention of government officials who seek to conceal the phenomenon from the public, creating a tension between personal curiosity and institutional secrecy. Throughout its narrative, the series blends scientific inquiry with personal drama, exploring how unexpected environmental changes can reshape lives and challenge authority. Surface combines speculative elements with character‑driven storytelling, positioning the emergence of the strange sea life as the catalyst for the plot’s unfolding conflicts. The series is listed in the TMDB database under the title Surface.
Should you watch it?
“Three strangers encounter a mysterious and dangerous new sea species while the government hides the truth.”
- engaging premise involving unknown sea life
- focus on government conspiracy
- short-lived series with a limited episode count
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction dramas centered on mysterious creatures and government cover-ups.
The series is rated TV-PG.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 15 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Sep 19, 2005
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 26, 2005
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 3, 2005
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 10, 2005
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 17, 2005
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 24, 2005
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 7, 2005
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 14, 2005
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 21, 2005
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 28, 2005
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 2, 2006
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 9, 2006
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 23, 2006
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 30, 2006
- E15 Episode 15 Feb 6, 2006
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Surface?
A marine biologist, an insurance salesman, and a teenage boy discover a dangerous new sea species.
Who created the show?
The series was created by Jonas and Josh Pate.
When did the show premiere?
The series premiered on NBC on September 19, 2005.
How many episodes were produced?
The series consists of fifteen episodes.
What genre is the show?
Surface is classified as a science fiction and drama television series.