Series synopsis
Alter Egos is an American documentary television series that premiered on March 6, 2026. It stars Adam Savage and Yaya Han.
Geek isn’t a bad word—it’s a badge of honor. Alter Egos is a 6-part docuseries following pro and rising cosplayers as they travel the globe, build community, and transform from everyday fans into extraordinary characters.
Premise
Geek isn’t a bad word—it’s a badge of honor. Alter Egos is a 6-part docuseries following pro and rising cosplayers as they travel the globe, build community, and transform from everyday fans into extraordinary characters.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | March 6, 2026 | March 6, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Setting the Stage Cosplay is a lifestyle. It’s a culture. It’s a community where people find their tribe. In this episode, we follow a collection of veteran and up-and-coming cosplayers as they prepare to attend a variety of conventions. Learn when they discovered cosplay and how it changed their lives forever. |
March 6, 2026 |
| 2 |
Con Crunch In this episode, our cosplayers discuss their early days in the wild west of conventions—from scrappy crafter to professional cosplayer. Plus, their journey of starting a business and making the nerve-wracking jump from hobby to career. |
March 6, 2026 |
| 3 |
CosFamous Join veteran cosplayers for an inside look at their home studios and discover how they evolved from passionate convention attendees to honored guests and hosts of panels, contests, and workshops. |
March 6, 2026 |
Production
Release
| First aired | March 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last aired | March 6, 2026 |
| Status | continue |