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SEASON 1 · 2013

Defiance: Season 1

12EPISODES
2013YEAR
3SEASONS

Defiance season 1 is available in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, and 2 more.

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Defiance season 1 streaming guide

Defiance season 1 (2013) has 12 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Peacock Premium. The season premiered on April 15, 2013. The last episode aired on July 8, 2013.

In the year 2046, it's a new Earth - with new rules. Over thirty years after various alien races arrived on Earth, the landscape is completely altered, terraformed nearly beyond recognition. To the town of Defiance, on what used to be St. Louis, comes the mysterious Nolan and his charge, Irisa.

Season 1 Episodes

1
Pilot
Season 1, Episode 1· April 15, 2013· 86 min

Nolan and Irisa arrive in Defiance, where the town is soon divided over the death of Luke McCawley. But a bigger threat forces everyone together: An attack by the Volge.

2
Down in the Ground Where the Dead Men Go
Season 1, Episode 2· April 22, 2013· 43 min

Rafe & Nolan search underground St. Louis while looking for an escaped convict. Meanwhile, a violent Castithan tradition causes clashes amongst the residents of Defiance.

3
The Devil in the Dark
Season 1, Episode 3· April 29, 2013· 43 min

While investigating vicious Hellbug attacks, Nolan & Irisa realize they are tied to Irathient spirit raiders that have come into town. Meanwhile, Irisa starts experiencing strange visions.

4
A Well Respected Man
Season 1, Episode 4· May 6, 2013· 43 min

Kenya is kidnapped. Rafe learns that Luke was involved in some mysterious goings-on at the mines and orders Quentin to get to the bottom of it.

5
The Serpent's Egg
Season 1, Episode 5· May 13, 2013· 43 min

Amanda and Nolan take a transport across the badlands to transport a prisoner and join forces with a band of outlaws. A visitor to Defiance must make Irisa confront her traumatic past.

6
Brothers in Arms
Season 1, Episode 6· May 20, 2013· 43 min

An old war buddy catches up with Nolan at the same time a Castithan criminal with a history of violence enters the picture.

7
Goodbye Blue Sky
Season 1, Episode 7· June 3, 2013· 43 min

Interesting relationships develop when the residents of Defiance are forced to stay indoors as a threatening Razor Rain storm approaches. Meanwhile, visions lead Irisa to the Spirit Riders and Sukar, who has fallen under the influence of a strange and mysterious force.

8
I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Season 1, Episode 8· June 10, 2013· 43 min

Following the big storm, Nolan and Tommy find an American astronaut who has been in an induced sleep for the past several decades.

9
If I Ever Leave This World Alive
Season 1, Episode 9· June 17, 2013· 43 min

A deadly plague threatens the town; racial tensions rise when the Irathients, who are immune to the virus, are quarantined.

10
The Bride Wore Black
Season 1, Episode 10· June 24, 2013· 43 min

The town of Defiance is shocked when the remains of a leading businessman who went missing almost six years ago, are discovered hidden in the walls of the NeedWant.

11
Past Is Prologue
Season 1, Episode 11· July 1, 2013· 43 min

Amanda’s mayoral campaign is threatened when Nolan is involved in an accident on the eve of the election, prompting the town to question Amanda’s decision to appoint him as Lawkeeper.

12
Everything Is Broken
Season 1, Episode 12· July 8, 2013· 43 min

The citizens of Defiance prepare to cast their votes for mayor; Nolan’s past violently rears its head; Irisa must decide whether or not to embrace her destiny.

In the US, Defiance season 1 is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Defiance season 1?

Defiance season 1 is available in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.

How many episodes does Defiance season 1 have?

Defiance season 1 has 12 episodes; the first episode aired on April 15, 2013.

Where can I watch Defiance season 1 episode 1?

Defiance season 1 episode 1 (“Pilot”) is available in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home, along with the rest of the season.

When did Defiance season 1 come out?

Defiance season 1 premiered on April 15, 2013.

What audio and subtitle options does Defiance season 1 have?

Audio and subtitle options for Defiance season 1 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).

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