S01E01 Separation
On launch day, Vista CEO Laz Ingram and the Providence crew count down to the first manned mission to Mars. Former mission commander Tom Hagerty watches from home. After an intense day he is confronted...
The First
Overview
Follow the first human mission to Mars, exploring the challenges of taking the first steps toward interplanetary colonization. The story focuses not only on the astronauts, but also on their families and loved ones, as well as the ground team on Earth.
Episodes
S01E02 What’s Needed
With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to...
S01E03 Cycles
Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew’s safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate...
S01E04 Where Life Is
Sadie and Ollie’s marriage is tested. Laz works with the engineers as pressure builds to find a solution to the MAV malfunction. Tom and Ellen grow closer.
S01E05 Two Portraits
Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.
S01E06 Collisions
Laz attempts to sway an influential reporter who is critical of the Mars program. Aiko and Eitan test a solution to the MAV problem. An incident with Denise forces Tom to reconsider his priorities.
S01E07 The Choice
Tom and the Providence crew must make a choice with potentially life-threatening consequences. Matteo wrestles with his past. Tom and Denise must deal with unfinished business.
S01E08 Near and Far
The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.
Cast
Sean Penn
Tom Haggerty
Natascha McElhone
Laz Ingram
Oded Fehr
Eitan Hafri
Anna Jacoby-Heron
Denise Hagerty
Hannah Ware
Sadie Hewitt
LisaGay Hamilton
Kayla Price
Keiko Agena
Aiko Hakari
James Ransone
Nick Fletcher
Rey Lucas
Matteo Vega
Brian Lee Franklin
Lawrence
