Here’s what you need to know to get caught up before the second half season 2 premieres.
What is Resident Alien about?
Based on a comic book series of the same name, Resident Alien follows an alien whose mission is to destroy all life on earth. Before he can complete his mission his ship crash lands in Patience, Colorado, and he must find the lost parts of his ship so he can destroy earth and go home. To stay incognito, he takes on the human form of a local resident, Dr. Harry Vanderspiegle (Alan Tudyk) and is roped into a murder investigation of the town doctor. The show follows Harry’s adventures as he searches for pieces of his lost ship, discovers kindness and the humanity of the human species, all while planning revenge on his archnemesis, a young boy named Max (Judah Prehn) who can see through his human cloaking device.
Where is Resident Alien filmed?
Resident Alien films in Vancouver, Canada and in the surrounding areas.
When does season 2 of Resident Alien premiere?
The first half of season 2 of Resident Alien premiered Jan. 26 at 9 p.m. ET on SYFY. The mid-season finale aired Mar. 16. The second half of the season—including more all-new episodes—returns Aug. 10.
When does Resident Alien return with new episodes?
Resident Alien returns with the back half of season 2 on August 10 at 10 p.m. ET on SYFY. It’s sure to be out of this world! We’ll learn what happens in the aftermath of the dinner party with the hybrid alien baby on the loose and the consequences Asta will face after saving Harry’s life.
What happened in season 1 of Resident Alien?
Season 1 of Resident Alien sets up how and why Harry arrives on earth. On a mission to destroy the earth and all of mankind, Harry’s ship is hit by lightning causing him to crash land on earth with parts of his ship scattered in the vicinity where he landed. To remain under the radar while he searches for the missing pieces of his ship, he kills Dr. Harry Vanderspiegle and takes on his identity. He lives a quiet, unassuming life learning how to behave and speak like a human through Law & Order reruns until the local sheriff (Corey Reynolds) calls on him to help with the murder investigation and autopsy of the town doctor. Somewhat intrigued he agrees to help and is forced to deal with other humans in the process. As he takes on the role of the interim town doctor, he learns more about humans and their behavior. He comes across a young boy, Max (Judah Prehn), who is the only one that can see past his human cloak and the two become instant enemies but later become friends. As Harry finds the missing pieces of his ship and the device that will destroy the earth, a nefarious military covert operation is on the hunt for him. Deciding not to destroy the earth, Harry is able to fix his ship and is on his way home when he discovers a stowaway on board.
What can we expect in season 2 of Resident Alien?
Definitely expect more laughs in this charming and heartfelt series. At the end of last season, Harry was headed back to his home planet when he discovered a stowaway on his ship. From what we’ve seen so far, we have to presume that Harry returns Max to Earth, but the reasons why Harry stays will be interesting to discover. Does he return for more pizza or does he already miss his friend, Asta? As the show is not only about Harry, but the townfolk of Patience, Colorado, Look for Asta’s relationship with Jay to develop as they tread softly into their newfound territory of birth mother and daughter. How will Asta’s adoptive father, Dan, deal with the knowledge that Harry is an alien? From the preview here, it sounds like Harry isn’t the only potential threat to mankind. Will D’Arcy make it out of her downward spiral? Will General McCallister and Agent Casper finally get their alien? What will happen to the doctor they mistakenly took thinking he was their alien? Will the Sheriff and Deputy Liv hit the karaoke circuit as well as discover who Harry really is? These are all burning questions we hope to find answers for in season 2 of Resident Alien.
Will there be more seasons of Resident Alien?
Absolutely! Resident Alien was renewed for a third season ahead of the second half of season 2 which returns on August 10. The show has consistently garnered great reviews and ratings, placing it in the top 15 most-watched cable series and top 5 cable drama series.
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Meet the cast of Resident Alien
Alan Tudyk (Dr. Harry Vanderspiegle)
Tudyk portrays the show’s title character, an alien of the extraterrestrial sort whose original mission was to destroy all human life but after he crashes on Earth, he tries to quietly live out his days in a small Colorado town while he searches for parts of his ship. At the end of season 1, he was on his way home until he discovers a stowaway on his ship. Tudyk is best known for his roles on Firefly, Dollhouse and Doom Patrol. He has also voiced a variety of characters on shows like American Dad, Rick and Morty and Devil May Care and on movies such as Wreck-It-Ralph, Moana and Aladdin.
Sara Tomko (Asta Twelvetrees)
Asta is a nurse who befriends Harry when he is asked to investigate her former boss’s death. It’s her humanity and kindness that causes Harry to question whether he should complete his original mission. She discovers who Harry really is after he is injured when the two fall into a crevasse.
Judah Prehn (Max Hawthorne)
Max is the mayor’s son and is the only one who can see who Harry really is. At first the two are mortal enemies but over the course of the first season, they come to an understanding and become friends. In season 2 it looks like he may be back to being Harry’s nemesis as he takes some alien technology (perhaps to stop Harry from leaving again?).
Corey Reynolds (Sheriff Mike Thompson)
The sheriff lives by a code and will arrest anyone who dare defies it.
Elizabeth Bowen (Deputy Liv Baker)
Liv is the town’s beloved deputy and her calm and collected demeanor is a good contrast to the sheriff.
Levi Fiehler (Mayor Ben Hawthorne)
The young town mayor is a bit meek but he’ll fight for what he believes in. Last season, when it appeared that his family was in mortal danger, he did not hesitate to jump in to save the day.
Meredith Garretson (Kate Hawthorne)
Kate is Ben’s wife and Max’s mom. She’s also a teacher at the local elementary school. Fun fact: Garretson and Tomko have been friends for years and were both separately cast in Resident Alien.
Alice Wetterlund (D’Arcy Bloom)
D’Arcy was a former skier who was injured during one of her mogul runs at the Olympics, ending her Olympic career. Not only is she a bartender at the local watering hole, but she is also a member of the avalanche control team and was instrumental in rescuing Harry and Asta after the three of them fell into a crevasse. Some days she can be described as the town drunk, but on other days she’s is the town’s badass hero.
Gary Farmer (Dan Twelvetrees)
Asta’s adoptive father runs the local diner and is steeped in the traditions of his Ute Native American tribe. When Harry is injured with only Asta to help, she calls upon her father to assist her, allowing Dan to see what Harry really is.
Kaylayla Raine (Jay)
Jay is the daughter Asta gave up when she was a teen. Asta has kept tabs on her over the years and hired her as an intern at the Patience Health Clinic where she works. She’s accidentally outed as Asta’s biological daughter by Harry which causes a rift in Jay and Asta’s relationship.
Linda Hamilton (General McCallister)
After a supernatural encounter as a child, General McCallister now runs a covert operation seeking out alien life. Hamilton is best known for her role as Sarah Connor in the Terminator movies. Fun fact: Hamilton’s son, Dalton, played an infant John Connor in Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
Mandell Maughn (Agent Lisa Casper)
Agent Casper will do anything to complete her mission, even kill. She teams up with the general again as they interrogate the doctor (Michael Cassidy) who they believe is the alien.
Gracelyn Awad Rinke (Sahar)
Sahar is Max’s friend who’s in on the secret of Harry’s true identity. She and Max continue to thwart Harry at every turn and take every opportunity to annoy him!
Alex Barima (Lieutenant David Logan)
At the end of season 1, Logan had been cut from the team looking for Harry and alien life on earth. It’s unclear what his role will be in the new season or if he’ll return. Will he go back to hunting down the alien or will he end up helping him instead?
Alex Borstein (Carlyn)
Borstein (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) joins the cast as Carlyn, Kate’s cousin. In town to visit her cousin, Carlyn falls for Harry the moment she meets him.
Missing Resident Alien? Check out this blooper reel from season 1.
Is there a preview of the new season of Resident Alien?
There sure is! Take a look at this quick recap of season 1 and a preview of the new season of Resident Alien.
Has Resident Alien won any awards?
The show and several of the actors were nominated for the Hollywood Critics Associations Awards and walked away with Best Cable Series, Comedy. Next, Everything You Need to Know About Resident Alien Season 1
