The Umbrella Academy

The Umbrella Academy Main Cast

	Aidan Gallagher as Number Five
	Elliot Page as Vanya Hargreeves
	Tom Hopper as Luther Hargreeves
	David Castañeda as Diego Hargreeves
	Emmy Raver-Lampman as Allison Hargreeves
	Robert Sheehan as Klaus Hargreeves
	Justin H. Min as Ben Hargreeves
	Colm Feore as Reginald Hargreeves
	Jordan Claire Robbins as Grace
	Ritu Arya as Lila Pitts
	Adam Godley as Pogo
	Kate Walsh as The Handler

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The Umbrella Academy - Synopsis

The Umbrella Academy is a science fiction television series based on the comic book series of the same name created by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá. The show, which debuted on Netflix in 2019, combines elements of time travel, apocalyptic scenarios, and family drama within a superhero context. It explores the complex dynamics among seven adopted siblings who were born on the same day in 1989 to different mothers around the world, who showed no prior signs of pregnancy. The eccentric billionaire Sir Reginald Hargreeves adopts the siblings, intending to train them to save the world using their unique powers.

The series begins with the estranged siblings reuniting after the mysterious death of their adoptive father. They discover they are part of a dysfunctional family of superheroes known as The Umbrella Academy. The siblings are Luther, who possesses super strength and has lived on the moon; Diego, who can curve the trajectory of anything he throws; Allison, who can manipulate reality by lying; Klaus, who can communicate with the dead; Five, who can jump through time and space; Ben, a ghost only Klaus can see, who can summon tentacles from his body; and Vanya, who initially appears to have no powers but later is revealed to possess destructive sound manipulation abilities.

The first season focuses on the family's attempts to unravel the mystery of their father's death and prevent an impending apocalypse linked to Vanya's emerging powers. Five, who has experienced the apocalypse firsthand and returned from the future to prevent it, serves as the catalyst for the siblings' reunion and efforts to change the course of history.

The second season sees the siblings scattered across different times in the early 1960s in Dallas, Texas, after a time travel mishap. They must find a way to reunite, prevent another apocalypse linked to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and face a new set of enemies, the Commission, a bureaucratic organization that oversees the timeline.

In the third season, the siblings return to their present to find that their actions have altered the timeline, resulting in the creation of an alternate reality where a different group of children, the Sparrow Academy, were adopted by Hargreeves. The season explores themes of identity, belonging, and the consequences of time travel, as the Umbrella Academy members navigate their relationships with the Sparrows, unravel the mysteries of this new world, and face a cosmic threat that could erase the universe.

Throughout its run, "The Umbrella Academy" is lauded for its inventive storytelling, visually striking scenes, and character development. The show delves into each sibling's trauma, insecurities, and desires, painting a portrait of a family that is deeply flawed but ultimately bound together by love and a shared sense of responsibility. With a mix of dark humor, action, and emotional depth, the series has garnered a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim, standing out in the crowded superhero genre by focusing on the human elements of its extraordinary characters.

The Umbrella Academy Show Details

• Created by: Steve Blackman, Jeremy Slater
• Total number of seasons: 4 (so far)
• Total number of episodes: 36 (so far)
• Date first episode aired: 15 February 2019
• Date final episode aired: TBC
• Show status: Renewed for season 4

The Umbrella Academy Season 1 Episodes

1. We Only See Each Other at Weddings and Funerals - The estranged siblings reunite for their father's funeral, leading to the revelation of family secrets and the impending apocalypse.
2. Run Boy Run - Five returns from the future, warning his family about the apocalypse, and Vanya struggles with her feelings of uselessness.
3. Extra Ordinary - The siblings begin to explore their powers and past, revealing more about their complex relationships and individual struggles.
4. Man on the Moon - Luther's backstory and how he ended up on the moon is explored, deepening the mystery of their father's intentions.
5. Number Five - Five's life in the apocalyptic future is revealed, along with his efforts to return to the present to prevent it.
6. The Day That Wasn't - A time-traveling adventure leads to significant changes for the siblings, impacting their knowledge of the future and each other.
7. The Day That Was - The consequences of the time-travel escapades become apparent, altering the course of events leading to the apocalypse.
8. I Heard a Rumor - Allison dives into her past, exploring the ramifications of her power on her personal life and her relationship with her daughter.
9. Changes - Vanya begins to understand the extent of her powers, leading to drastic changes in her relationships with her family.
10. The White Violin - The season culminates in a confrontation with Vanya, now fully unleashed, as the siblings try to prevent the apocalypse she might cause.

The Umbrella Academy Season 2 Episodes

1. Right Back Where We Started - The siblings are scattered across the early 1960s in Dallas, and Five discovers a new apocalypse is imminent.
2. The Frankel Footage - The siblings begin to find each other and learn about a mysterious film that could hold the key to stopping the apocalypse.
3. The Swedish Job - Vanya starts a new life, unaware of her powers, while her siblings delve deeper into the conspiracy of the impending doom.
4. The Majestic 12 - The siblings uncover a secret society that could be behind the impending apocalypse and the assassination of JFK.
5. Valhalla - A series of confrontations and revelations bring the siblings closer to understanding the forces working against them.
6. A Light Supper - The siblings attempt a risky meeting with their father to prevent the apocalypse, leading to unexpected outcomes.
7. Öga for Öga - Strategies and alliances shift as the siblings deal with the consequences of their actions and the looming threat of the apocalypse.
8. The Seven Stages - As the day of the apocalypse approaches, the siblings face personal challenges and revelations that test their bonds.
9. 743 - Secrets are unveiled that change everything the siblings thought they knew about their mission and each other.
10. The End of Something - The siblings make a final stand against the apocalypse, leading to a dramatic conclusion and unexpected twists.

The Umbrella Academy Season 3 Episodes

1. Meet the Family - The siblings return to the present to find the Sparrow Academy instead of The Umbrella Academy, leading to a tense confrontation.
2. The World's Biggest Ball of Twine - The Umbrellas seek answers about the altered timeline, while tensions with the Sparrows escalate.
3. Pocket Full of Lightning - Discoveries about their father's plans and the true nature of the Sparrows lead to unexpected alliances and conflicts.
4. Kugelblitz - As a mysterious phenomenon threatens the universe, the Umbrellas and Sparrows must find a way to work together to stop it.
5. Kindest Cut - Personal betrayals and secrets come to light, challenging the fragile truce between the Umbrella and Sparrow academies.
6. Marigold - The siblings delve deeper into the mystery of the universe's impending destruction and their connection to it.
7. Auf Wiedersehen - Strategies to save the world lead to desperate measures and sacrifices, with the siblings facing their toughest choices yet.
8. Wedding at the End of the World - As the apocalypse looms closer, the siblings scramble to put their plan into action during a pivotal event.
9. Seven Bells - The consequences of their actions hit home, with the siblings facing the reality of their decisions and their impact on the future.
10. Oblivion - In the season finale, the siblings confront the ultimate challenge, leading to a dramatic conclusion that reshapes their world forever.

The Umbrella Academy Season 4 Episodes

1. The Unbearable Tragedy of Getting What You Want
2. Episode 2
3. Episode 3
4. Episode 4
5. Episode 5
6. Episode 6