The first season of premiered in 2011 and follows the survival of the 2nd Massachusetts Militia Regiment six months after a global alien invasion wiped out 90% of the human population. Season Overview
The season concludes with the 2nd Mass launching a major assault on an alien base. The finale ends on a massive cliffhanger when Tom agrees to board an alien ship to save his family and the resistance. Episode List The season consists of 10 episodes : "Live and Learn" "The Armory" "Prisoner of War" "Silent Kill" "Sanctuary: Part 1" "Sanctuary: Part 2" "What Hides Beneath" "Eight Hours" Falling Skies - Season 1
The story centers on (Noah Wyle), a former history professor turned second-in-command of the resistance. While his commander, Captain Weaver , focuses on military strategy, Tom struggles to protect his three sons and find his middle son, Ben, who has been kidnapped and "harnessed" by the invaders. Key Plot Points The first season of premiered in 2011 and
The group constantly moves to avoid detection, scavenging for food and weapons while dealing with internal threats like John Pope , the leader of a violent gang of marauders who eventually becomes an uneasy ally. Episode List The season consists of 10 episodes
The invading aliens (Skitters and Mechs) capture human children and attach bio-mechanical harnesses to their spines, turning them into mindless, robotic slaves.