Harry Vanderspeigle, an alien on a dangerous mission, crash-lands his spacecraft on Earth and pretends to be a doctor in a small town. He quickly realises that the folks of Patience, Colorado, are different from what he had expected. Trying to fit in and complete his mission, he finds himself feeling more human than he anticipated.
Soon, Harry starts to feel a sense of right and wrong and begins to doubt his mission. He also becomes friends with Max, the mayor’s son, who is the only person aware of Harry’s true identity.
As Harry struggles with his unexpected human feelings, he must also deal with a new problem: a group of aliens who’ve come to Earth to finish the mission he started.
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Details:
- First episode broadcast date: 28 January 2021
- Final episode broadcast date: TBC
- Total number of seasons: TBC
- Total number of episodes: TBC
Cast:
- Alan Tudyk as Harry Vanderspeigle
- Sara Tomko as Asta Twelvetrees
- Corey Reynolds as Sheriff Mike Thompson
- Alice Wetterlund as D’Arcy Bloom
- Levi Fiehler as Mayor Ben Hawthorne
- Judah Prehn as Max Hawthorne
- Elizabeth Bowen as Deputy Liv Baker
- Meredith Garretson as Kate Hawthorne
- Gary Farmer as Ben Twelvetrees
- Diana Bang as Nurse Ellen Cho
- Jenny Lamia as Judy Cooper
- Kaylayla Raine as Jay
- Gracelyn Awad Rinke as Sahar
Overview:
Resident Alien is a television show that blends elements of science fiction, comedy, and drama, and is inspired by the Dark Horse comic book series created by Peter Hogan and Steve Parkhouse. The plot centres around Harry Vanderspeigle, an extraterrestrial on a lethal mission, who crash lands on Earth and impersonates a doctor in a small town. He soon discovers that the residents of Patience, Colorado, are not as he had imagined. As he strives to fit in and complete his task, he finds himself progressively adopting human traits.
Despite being a somewhat grumpy and unsociable extraterrestrial with no real interest in human feelings or customs, Harry begins to form bonds with the locals the longer he stays in Patience. This includes Asta Twelvetrees, the deputy sheriff; D’Arcy Bloom, who owns the local pub; and Max Hawthorne, the son of the mayor. These connections start to transform Harry and make him rethink his mission.
Another challenge Harry faces is a group of extraterrestrials who have arrived on Earth to complete his original task. The group is under the command of the relentless and power-hungry General McCallister, who is determined to obliterate humanity.
Resident Alien combines humour, tension, and emotional depth, making it a must-watch for fans of science fiction, comedy, and drama. The series has been lauded for its funny, exciting, and touching scenes, as well as for its diverse ensemble that includes actors from both sides of the Atlantic.
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Review:
Resident Alien is an engaging and enjoyable show that’s sure to catch the attention of fans of science fiction, comedy, and drama. The writing and acting in the series are top-notch, with Alan Tudyk putting in a stellar performance as Harry Vanderspeigle. He’s backed by a solid ensemble, including the likes of Sara Tomko, Corey Miller, and Alice Wetterlund. The series also shines in its visual aspects, boasting impressive cinematography and set design.
If you’re on the hunt for a new series to get into, Resident Alien is well worth a look. It’s got entertainment and surprises in spades.
Here’s a quick rundown of what I appreciated about the series:
- The characters are fleshed out and easy to relate to.
- It combines comedy, suspense and emotion effectively.
- Visually, the series is a treat.
- It keeps you on your toes with unexpected twists.
On the flip side, there were a few things I didn’t enjoy as much:
- The pacing can occasionally feel sluggish.
- Not all the humour lands.
- For some, the level of violence might be a bit much.
But overall, Resident Alien is a series I’d strongly recommend. It has the right mix of humour, suspense, and emotion that makes for a great watch.
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