The Gifted 2017
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What is The Gifted?
The Gifted is a 2017 American television series that explores the lives of a suburban family navigating extraordinary circumstances. The show centers on a couple whose ordinary existence is disrupted when they discover their children have mutant abilities.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 29
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2017
- Last aired
- Feb 26, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- FOX
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Gifted is a 2017 American television series that explores the lives of a suburban family navigating extraordinary circumstances. The show centers on a couple whose ordinary existence is disrupted when they discover their children have mutant abilities. As government forces target mutants, the family must flee and connect with an underground network of mutants to survive. The series is set in the X-Men universe and was produced in association with Marvel Television. It focuses on themes of family, survival, and acceptance as the characters confront both personal and societal challenges. The show depicts their journey as they seek safety while grappling with newfound realities and the need to protect their children. It blends action and drama while exploring what it means to be different in a world that fears change. The series emphasizes emotional storytelling and the resilience of families under pressure. Its narrative reflects struggles tied to identity, belonging, and standing up against oppression. The tone remains grounded in character development and interpersonal relationships throughout its runtime.
Should you watch it?
“A suburban family flees the government after discovering their children possess dangerous mutant abilities.”
- high-stakes family dynamic
- underground mutant network conflict
- fast-paced plot may feel rushed
- heavy focus on government pursuit
Watch it if you enjoy stories about families forced into hiding due to extraordinary circumstances.
The series contains intense action sequences and themes regarding government hostility toward individuals with unique powers.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 eXposed Oct 2, 2017
- E2 rX Oct 9, 2017
- E3 eXodus Oct 16, 2017
- E4 eXit strategy Oct 23, 2017
- E5 boXed in Oct 30, 2017
- E6 got your siX Nov 6, 2017
- E7 eXtreme measures Nov 13, 2017
- E8 threat of eXtinction Nov 20, 2017
- E9 outfoX Dec 4, 2017
- E10 eXploited Dec 11, 2017
- E11 3 X 1 Jan 1, 2018
- E12 eXtraction Jan 15, 2018
- E13 X-roads Jan 15, 2018
Season 2 · 16 episodes
- E1 eMergence Sep 25, 2018
- E2 unMoored Oct 2, 2018
- E3 coMplications Oct 9, 2018
- E4 outMatched Oct 16, 2018
- E5 afterMath Oct 30, 2018
- E6 iMprint Nov 6, 2018
- E7 no Mercy Nov 13, 2018
- E8 the dreaM Nov 27, 2018
- E9 gaMe changer Dec 4, 2018
- E10 eneMy of My eneMy Jan 1, 2019
- E11 meMento Jan 8, 2019
- E12 hoMe Jan 15, 2019
- E13 teMpted Jan 22, 2019
- E14 calaMity Feb 12, 2019
- E15 Monsters Feb 19, 2019
- E16 oMens Feb 26, 2019
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
A suburban couple discovers their children have mutant powers and must go on the run.
Who do the parents join?
They join an underground network of mutants to ensure their family's survival.
What is the main conflict?
The family is forced to flee from a hostile government while navigating their new reality.
Is the family in danger?
Yes, the family is actively pursued by government forces throughout their journey.
What kind of powers are involved?
The children possess mutant powers that trigger the family's sudden shift from ordinary life.