Falling Skies season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
"Falling Skies" opens with Earth under alien siege. Massive ships destroy technology and capture children, turning them into controlled soldiers with harnesses. Tom Mason, a former history professor, now fights with the resistance, including his sons Hal and Matt. Their mission to gather supplies is fraught with danger from alien Skitters and Mechs. Tom faces a personal battle, with his wife dead and his son Ben missing, presumed harnessed. The episode culminates with an ambush by outlaws, revealing not just aliens but human threats too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main premise of Falling Skies Season 1 Episode 1?
The episode introduces an alien invasion where large ships disable technology and capture children, leading to a resistance movement against the aliens, known as Skitters and Mechs.
Who is Tom Mason?
Tom Mason is a former history professor who becomes the second-in-command of the 2nd Massachusetts unit in the resistance.
What are Skitters and Mechs?
Skitters are alien creatures, and Mechs are their robotic counterparts, both involved in the invasion and control of Earth.
Why is the resistance splitting into smaller units?
To avoid detection by the alien aerial sensors and to increase their chances of survival.
What happens during the scavenging mission?
Tom Mason and his team encounter Skitters and Mechs while scavenging for supplies and have to retreat under attack.
Does Tom Mason have any personal stakes in the fight?
Yes, Tom's son Ben has been captured and harnessed by the aliens, and his wife was killed, making his involvement deeply personal.
What does Hal see during the Shopsmart raid?
Hal sees his harnessed brother, Ben, with a group of aliens, indicating he is still alive.
What decision does Tom's team make regarding Ben?
Despite seeing Ben, they decide to stick to their mission of gathering supplies for the greater good of the resistance.
What challenge does the resistance face at the end of the episode?
Tom's team is ambushed by a group of outlaws, presenting a new human threat in addition to the alien invasion.
How does the episode depict the impact of the invasion on children?
The episode shows children being traumatized, losing parents, and being captured and harnessed by the aliens.