The Messengers (2015): Season 1

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The CW | Season Premiere Date: April 17, 2015

Summary: Five strangers (Joel Courtney, Shantel VanSanten, Sofia Black-D'Elia, Jon Fletcher, JD Pardo) thought to be dying from the effects of an object falling onto Earth are mysteriously revived hours later. They soon learn they have new powers that may stop a prophesied Apocalypse. At the same time, a mysterious man (Diogo Morgado) is found nakedFive strangers (Joel Courtney, Shantel VanSanten, Sofia Black-D'Elia, Jon Fletcher, JD Pardo) thought to be dying from the effects of an object falling onto Earth are mysteriously revived hours later. They soon learn they have new powers that may stop a prophesied Apocalypse. At the same time, a mysterious man (Diogo Morgado) is found naked and burnt in the desert.… Expand

Genre(s): Drama, Science Fiction

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E13. Houston, We Have a Problem
Air Date: July 24, 2015
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S1:E12. Spark of Hope
Air Date: July 17, 2015
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S1:E11. Harvest
Air Date: July 10, 2015

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Mekeisha Madden Toby

Apr 17, 2015

The Messengers is an appealing and entertaining cross between “Heroes” and “Supernatural” and has the potential to be just the hit The CW needs and viewers deserve. Read full review

Uncle Barky Ed Bark

Apr 17, 2015

The Messengers looks as though it has a handle on how to pull this off with some flair and identity of its own. Read full review

Molly Eichel

Apr 17, 2015

With such a complicated subject matter, The Messengers certainly has its work cut out for it to stay coherent while still staying accessible. But the pilot moves briskly enough, keeping up the desire to learn how these people deal with their newfound powers and identities, and how they will react when The Man comes a-calling. Read full review

Gail Pennington

Apr 17, 2015

“I am confused about everything,” Peter tells his girlfriend before fleeing the scene of a bully smackdown. Sampling The Messengers, you may be too. Read full review

Tom Long

Apr 17, 2015

The Messengers seems far-fetched, even by [The CW's] standards. Read full review

Ellen Gray

Apr 17, 2015

The pilot is more setup than anything else, and its characters so far aren't that interesting. Read full review

David Wiegand

Apr 15, 2015

As trite, overblown and obvious as the fundamental plot is, credible, nuanced backstories for the five angels would have elevated the entire show to a more watchable level. The performances are adequate without ever reaching exceptional levels. Read full review

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Orc25

Apr 23, 2016

One of the best shows out there, great plot, characters, and effects. No idea why people are hating, dying for Season 2 to come out, too bad its not happening.

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snowyangl14

May 18, 2015

Why is it when we get a good show on, like this has to do with the devil, angels or magic people have a problem with it or the TV channel somehow lies about the ratings becuz it has something to do with god or the devil.. Or it looks like something real that could happen- this show needsWhy is it when we get a good show on, like this has to do with the devil, angels or magic people have a problem with it or the TV channel somehow lies about the ratings becuz it has something to do with god or the devil.. Or it looks like something real that could happen- this show needs more of a chance on the air than they got... Just like cancelled Constantine. An Jericho!!! I would really like to talk to the people who decides who gets the axe, becuz I'm tired of so many cop shows!!! Really!!… Expand

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

DupZ69

May 27, 2015

I just started watching The Messengers and so far i am really impressed got to the third episode and i wanted to watch more as they learn more about their powers and why they were chosen

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

MushWolf

May 10, 2015

Although with a slow start and not much character development as of yet, I see great potential in the story and I hope it will be a story for the long run. Good actors, interesting concept and definitely worth a watch.

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Dark_Dragen

May 2, 2015

Now this is a real interesting show, showing the ultimate between good and evil, with the devil doing what he can to stop the Messengers from defeating him. I can't wait to see what CW has planned next for this show, I hope the CW keep up the good work and don't abandon it like so many showsNow this is a real interesting show, showing the ultimate between good and evil, with the devil doing what he can to stop the Messengers from defeating him. I can't wait to see what CW has planned next for this show, I hope the CW keep up the good work and don't abandon it like so many shows out there have happened.… Expand

2 of 3 users found this helpful21

Knighthawk81

Apr 20, 2015

The CW, for the most part, has had a great season launching new shows. This is the exception. The pilot was murky, uninteresting, and very unclear. It was only by reading the plot synopsis that I realized this was some kind of religious mythology. The characters are flat and their mission isThe CW, for the most part, has had a great season launching new shows. This is the exception. The pilot was murky, uninteresting, and very unclear. It was only by reading the plot synopsis that I realized this was some kind of religious mythology. The characters are flat and their mission is flatter.… Expand

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Fang1964

Jun 14, 2015

I find the show extremely boring. What I also find hilarious is that the only person they need is an Eskimo character to complete the diversity acid test. They're taking a religious concept and seeing through the eyes of a secular view point. Courageous but extremely stupid. I made itI find the show extremely boring. What I also find hilarious is that the only person they need is an Eskimo character to complete the diversity acid test. They're taking a religious concept and seeing through the eyes of a secular view point. Courageous but extremely stupid. I made it through the first five episodes but I can't take it anymore. Get it out of here.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: April 17, 2015
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  S1:E13. Houston, We Have a Problem
  Air Date: July 24, 2015
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  S1:E12. Spark of Hope
  Air Date: July 17, 2015
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  S1:E11. Harvest
  Air Date: July 10, 2015
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  S1:E10. Why We Fight
  Air Date: June 19, 2015
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  S1:E9. Death Becomes Her
  Air Date: June 12, 2015
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  S1:E8. A House Divided
  Air Date: June 5, 2015
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  S1:E7. Deus Ex Machina
  Air Date: May 29, 2015
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  S1:E6. Metamorphosis
  Air Date: May 22, 2015
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  S1:E5. Eye in the Sky
  Air Date: May 15, 2015
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  S1:E4. Drums of War
  Air Date: May 8, 2015
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  S1:E3. Path to Paradise
  Air Date: May 1, 2015
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  S1:E2. Strange Magic
  Air Date: April 24, 2015
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  S1:E1. Awakening
  Air Date: April 17, 2015