Series synopsis
Invasion is an American sci-fi & fantasy mystery drama television series that premiered on ABC on September 21, 2005. It ended on May 17, 2006. It was created by Thomas Schlamme, Michael Dinner. It stars Eddie Cibrian, Lisa Sheridan, Alexis Dziena and Evan Peters.
Earth is visited by an alien species that threatens humanity's existence. Events unfold in real time through the eyes of five ordinary people across the globe as they struggle to make sense of the chaos unraveling around them.
Premise
Earth is visited by an alien species that threatens humanity's existence. Events unfold in real time through the eyes of five ordinary people across the globe as they struggle to make sense of the chaos unraveling around them.
Premise: The threat has evolved.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Eddie Cibrian as Russell Varon
- Lisa Sheridan as Larkin Groves
- Alexis Dziena as Kira Underlay
- Evan Peters as Jesse Varon
- William Fichtner as Sheriff Tom Underlay
- Ariel Gade as Rose Varon
- Tyler Labine as Dave Groves
- Kari Matchett as Dr. Mariel Underlay
Supporting cast
- Cotter Smith
- Nicole Garza
- James Frain as Eli Szura
- Allan Louis
- Colin Fickes as Deputy Palmateer
- Valerie Cruz
- Jeannetta Arnette
- Rocky Carroll as Healy
- Matt Ross as Vince
- Edwin Hodge as Brett
- Joshua Gomez as Scott
- Julio Oscar Mechoso
Guest cast
- Cotter Smith
- Nicole Garza
- James Frain as Eli Szura
- Allan Louis
- Colin Fickes as Deputy Palmateer
- Valerie Cruz
- Jeannetta Arnette
- Rocky Carroll as Healy
- Matt Ross as Vince
- Edwin Hodge as Brett
- Joshua Gomez as Scott
- Julio Oscar Mechoso
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 58 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 16 | ||
| Season 1 | 22 | September 21, 2005 | May 17, 2006 |
| Season 2 | 10 | August 22, 2023 | October 24, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 10 | August 21, 2025 | October 23, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Invading the mind of Shaun Cassidy Interview with the creator of a TV series called 'Invasion'. Shaun Cassidy was not only the Creator of Invasion but also the Producer and Writer. |
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| 2 |
Gag Reel Outtakes from season 1 of the television series Invasion. |
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| 3 |
Missing Scene: Pilot A scene cut from the pilot episode. |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot A hurricane is quickly approaching a small town in Florida leaving the residents little time to prepare. When the hurricane finally hits, many of the residents' lives are in peril. Rose, one of the town's smallest residents notices some mysterious lights in the heart of the hurricane. Meanwhile, after the storm, Dave discovers some mysterious skeletal remains. |
September 21, 2005 |
| 2 |
Lights Out After discovering an Air Force officer named Paxton in a wet suit and barely alive at the ranger station, Russell begins to question what befell the man when he notices his wounds are identical to Dave's. But Russell soon finds out that he's not the only one interested in Paxton when Sheriff Underlay and Larkin both begin to question the man's mysterious circumstances. Meanwhile Mariel finds something unexplainable protruding from Paxton's wounds, Russell's curiosity about the strange skeleton grows, and Underlay continues to push for a town quarantine. |
September 28, 2005 |
| 3 |
Watershed Russell and Mariel suffer a tragedy but it is made worse when Mariel tries to help. Kira feels guilty over an accident. During the hurricane and after there has been a mysterious military presence and Larkin tries to learn more about it. Meanwhile, Dave investigates a lost piece of jewelry. |
October 5, 2005 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Something's Changed Mitsuki is taken to an alien ship in the Amazon jungle. Aneesha and her children take refuge with a group called the Movement. |
August 22, 2023 |
| 2 |
Chasing Ghosts At home in Miami, Trevante struggles with returning to day-to-day life. Similarly, Jamila feels an unceasing pull to search for Caspar. |
August 29, 2023 |
| 3 |
Fireworks A game-changing discovery could finally give Earth an advantage. Aneesha finds it difficult to trust the Movement, despite needing their help. |
September 5, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Ones We Leave Behind Trevante returns to an Earth that's different than the one he left two years ago. Jamila struggles to adapt to this new world. |
August 21, 2025 |
| 2 |
The Message Mysterious alien signals force Mitsuki out of hiding. Nikhil is charged with a task that tests his loyalty. |
August 28, 2025 |
| 3 |
Infinitas Aneesha and Clark's peaceful life is upended by a visit from Trevante and Jamila. Mitsuki and Nikhil search for answers at a portal base. |
September 4, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ABC |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 21, 2005 |
| Last aired | May 17, 2006 |
| Runtime | 42 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 22:00:00 |