V 2009
“We are of peace. Always.”
What is V?
The television series V is a re-imagining of the 1980s miniseries centered on the world's first encounter with an alien race. These extraterrestrial beings identify themselves as The Visitors.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 22
- First aired
- Nov 3, 2009
- Last aired
- Mar 15, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US, CA
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 22 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series V is a re-imagining of the 1980s miniseries centered on the world's first encounter with an alien race. These extraterrestrial beings identify themselves as The Visitors. Upon their arrival, the aliens present a seemingly friendly agenda to the people of Earth. However, the narrative explores the possibility that this peaceful facade may serve as a cover for more malevolent intentions. The series focuses on the uncertainty surrounding the true motives of these visitors as they integrate into human society. While the provided sources contain extensive information regarding a South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer named Kim Tae-hyung, who is professionally known as V and is a member of the boy band BTS, these details are unrelated to the television program. The documentation for the series itself is limited strictly to the premise of the alien arrival and the subsequent questions regarding their underlying goals for humanity.
Should you watch it?
“An alien race arrives on Earth claiming peaceful intentions, but their true motives remain deeply uncertain.”
- reimagines a classic premise
- explores themes of trust and deception
- features ambiguous character motivations
- pacing varies throughout the narrative
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction stories centered on first contact and political intrigue.
The series contains thematic elements involving alien contact and potential societal manipulation.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Pilot Mytharc Nov 3, 2009
- E2 There is No Normal Anymore Core Nov 10, 2009
- E3 A Bright New Day Core Nov 17, 2009
- E4 It's Only the Beginning Core Nov 24, 2009
- E5 Welcome to the War Core Mar 30, 2010
- E6 Pound of Flesh Core Apr 6, 2010
- E7 John May Core Apr 13, 2010
- E8 We Can't Win Core Apr 20, 2010
- E9 Heretic's Fork Mytharc Apr 27, 2010
- E10 Hearts and Minds Core May 4, 2010
- E11 Fruition Mytharc May 11, 2010
- E12 Red Sky Mytharc May 18, 2010
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Red Rain Mytharc Jan 4, 2011
- E2 Serpent's Tooth Core Jan 11, 2011
- E3 Laid Bare Core Jan 18, 2011
- E4 Unholy Alliance Core Feb 1, 2011
- E5 Concordia Core Feb 8, 2011
- E6 Siege Core Feb 15, 2011
- E7 Birth Pangs Core Feb 22, 2011
- E8 Uneasy Lies the Head Core Mar 1, 2011
- E9 Devil in a Blue Dress Mytharc Mar 8, 2011
- E10 Mother's Day Mytharc Mar 15, 2011
Frequently asked questions
Is this a continuation of the 1980s series?
No, it is a re-imagining of the original miniseries.
Who are the primary alien characters?
The aliens refer to themselves as The Visitors.
What is the central conflict?
The conflict centers on the true intentions of the aliens who claim to be friendly.
Is the series grounded in reality?
It is a science fiction drama focusing on the world's first encounter with extraterrestrial life.
Are the aliens considered hostile?
Their agenda is presented as potentially malevolent, though their true nature is the core mystery.