Defying Gravity
2009Series
Series
The Ark
The end of one world. The beginning of the next.
100 years in the future, planetary colonization missions have begun as a necessity to help secure the survival of the human race. The first of these missions on a spacecraft known as Ark One encounters a catastrophic event causing massive destruction and loss of life. With more than a year left to go before reaching their target planet, a lack of life-sustaining supplies and loss of leadership, the remaining crew must become the best versions of themselves to stay on course and survive.
Episodes
12 episodes
- 1
1. Everyone Wanted to Be on This Ship
52mAfter suffering a disaster, the remaining crew of spaceship Ark One must band together to survive.
- 2
2. Like It Touched the Sun
43mThe crew struggles to establish a sense of order on the ship. Two investigations uncover more questions than answers.
- 3
3. Get Out and Push
43mAll hope seems lost when the crew learns an asteroid is hours away from impact.
- 4
4. We Weren't Supposed to Be Awake
43mWhen their psyches are put to the test by hallucinations, the crew must race to find the cause.
- 5
5. One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
43mSacrifices must be made when a radiation leak sparks crisis.
- 6
6. Two By Two
43mThe crew must devise a plan after identifying a planet rich in much-needed fuel.
- 7
7. A Slow Death Is Worse
43mThe crew discover they're not alone in space and learn more about where they came from.
- 8
8. Every Single Person Matters
43mA new polarizing figure enters the equation as the crew suffers technical difficulties.
- 9
9. The Painful Way
43mAfter an unpopular decision, discord gives way to deadly mutiny in which loyalties are tested.
- 10
10. Hoping for Forever
43mThe situation onboard Ark One seems hopeless after crew members are taken hostage.
- 11
11. The Last Thing You Ever Do
43mThe crew must understand their enemy better as they attempt a dangerous rescue mission.
- 12
12. Everybody Wins
43mArk One tries to broker peace with its adversary but doesn't realize it could cost everything.
Trailer
Official trailer Cast
Christie Burke
Lt. Sharon Garnet
Richard Fleeshman
Lt. James Brice
Stacey Read
Alicia Nevins
Ryan Adams
Angus Medford
Pavle Jerinić
Lt. Felix Strickland
Shalini Peiris
Dr. Sanjivni Kabir
Tiana Upcheva
Eva Markovic
Reviews
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MovieGuys
Mar 24, 2023
The Ark is one of those B grade sci fi propositions pitched at teens and early twenty something's. As might be predicted, it comes with its own woke baggage, this time in the form of female empowerment. The female lead "steps up". There's not even the remotest consideration of sharing the leadership of the group with her male counterparts. In spite of the fact they are all wet behind the ears and need all the mutual support, they can get. So putting this unrealistic nonsense aside, is this series any good? Well, no, not really. Its pretty bland fare, more a space soap opera than anything else, with a survivalist component. Think Lost in Space (the 50's edition nor the terrible remake) minus the humour, novelty and excitement and there you have it. Acting is alright and sets are decent but well, that's really not enough. In summary, a not terribly engaging, survivalist, space soap opera.Read more
The Ark is one of those B grade sci fi propositions pitched at teens and early twenty something's. As might be predicted, it comes with its own woke baggage, this time in the form of female empowerment. The female lead "steps up". There's not even the remotest consideration of sharing the leadership of the group with her male counterparts. In spite of the fact they are all wet behind the ears and need all the mutual support, they can get. So putting this unrealistic nonsense aside, is this series any good? Well, no, not really. Its pretty bland fare, more a space soap opera than anything else, with a survivalist component. Think Lost in Space (the 50's edition nor the terrible remake) minus the humour, novelty and excitement and there you have it. Acting is alright and sets are decent but well, that's really not enough. In summary, a not terribly engaging, survivalist, space soap opera.
misubisu
Mar 23, 2025
As I write this review, I have just learned that season three has been approved for release. I'm glad to hear this, as I don't think this show is all thad bad. It's not predictable, which is pretty good in this day and age. The production values are pretty good, the story lines are pretty engaging. There is good chemistry between the characters. The show has certainly not run its course yet. The female lead is strong and carries the team well. Plus the story ark [no pun intended] is quite original, with good plot twists. Base on the story ark so far... I'm looking forward to season three.Read more
As I write this review, I have just learned that season three has been approved for release. I'm glad to hear this, as I don't think this show is all thad bad. It's not predictable, which is pretty good in this day and age. The production values are pretty good, the story lines are pretty engaging. There is good chemistry between the characters. The show has certainly not run its course yet. The female lead is strong and carries the team well. Plus the story ark [no pun intended] is quite original, with good plot twists. Base on the story ark so far... I'm looking forward to season three.
- G
Gap4881
Jul 17, 2025
This was one of the times when I knew after roughly 60 seconds that I would not want to continue watching this series, but I forced myself to sit through the first episode because I did not want to judge prematurely. The first thing you'll notice is: the CGI is atrocious. There are movies which aired 25 years ago that have better CGI. If that is a no-go for you, you'll be out after 20 seconds. If you can bear with that, get ready for the next disappointments. The characters as well as their problems are flat, one-dimensional and stereotypical. After the first episode, I can't remember a single name, because the series just didn't make me care for any of them. The writing is uninspired and lazy, the plot could be the result of a moderately well thought-out ChatGPT prompt. Now granted, this is obviously targeted at kids, but there are good shows for kids, and then there's garbage for kids, and this is the latter.Read more
This was one of the times when I knew after roughly 60 seconds that I would not want to continue watching this series, but I forced myself to sit through the first episode because I did not want to judge prematurely. The first thing you'll notice is: the CGI is atrocious. There are movies which aired 25 years ago that have better CGI. If that is a no-go for you, you'll be out after 20 seconds. If you can bear with that, get ready for the next disappointments. The characters as well as their problems are flat, one-dimensional and stereotypical. After the first episode, I can't remember a single name, because the series just didn't make me care for any of them. The writing is uninspired and lazy, the plot could be the result of a moderately well thought-out ChatGPT prompt. Now granted, this is obviously targeted at kids, but there are good shows for kids, and then there's garbage for kids, and this is the latter.
dødsriget
Aug 6, 2025
Just what the hell is this? From the get go I had a feeling, this is a money-laundering scheme or some tax-deductible operation. Nothing makes sense, the cast, the script, the science, CGI ... Of course, this didn't had a big budget (I guess), but in the same universe/dimension/plane of existence as 'Expanse' or 'Altered Carbon', this comes across as an unintended joke. I dare say, The Starlost is less of an chore to watch. Can't recommend it, but encourage you to try pass the first episode.Read more
Just what the hell is this? From the get go I had a feeling, this is a money-laundering scheme or some tax-deductible operation. Nothing makes sense, the cast, the script, the science, CGI ... Of course, this didn't had a big budget (I guess), but in the same universe/dimension/plane of existence as 'Expanse' or 'Altered Carbon', this comes across as an unintended joke. I dare say, The Starlost is less of an chore to watch. Can't recommend it, but encourage you to try pass the first episode.
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About The Ark
- First aired
- 2023-02-01
- Last aired
- 2026-09-16
- Status
- Returning Series
- Original language
- English
- Cast
- Christie Burke, Richard Fleeshman, Stacey Read, Ryan Adams