Firefly (2002)
Joss Whedon's cult space western follows the outlaw crew of Serenity through a vast, untamed galaxy in the year 2517.
Firefly - Series Information
- Original Title: Firefly
- First Air Year: 2002
- Last Air Year: 2002
- Created by: Joss Whedon
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 11
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 20, 2002 (United States - TV-14), September 20, 2002 (United Kingdom - 12), September 20, 2002 (Germany - 16), September 20, 2002 (Australia - M), September 20, 2002 (Brazil - 12), September 20, 2002 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: FOX
- Production Companies: Mutant Enemy Productions, 20th Century Fox Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: 寧靜號 (TW), 萤火虫 (CN), Žibukas (LT), Ateşböceği (TR)
Firefly - Plot
In the year 2517, after the arrival of humans in a new star system, follow the adventures of the renegade crew of Serenity, a "Firefly-class" spaceship.
Firefly - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and get a taste of life aboard Serenity:
You can't take the sky from me.
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Firefly - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Joss Whedon
Main Cast
- Nathan Fillion
- Gina Torres
- Alan Tudyk
- Morena Baccarin
- Adam Baldwin
- Jewel Staite
- Sean Maher
- Summer Glau
- Ron Glass
- Michael Fairman
Writers
- Joss Whedon
- Tim Minear
- Ben Edlund
- Cheryl Cain
- Jane Espenson
Firefly - FAQs
Why was Firefly cancelled after one season?
FOX cancelled Firefly in 2002 after airing only 11 of its 14 produced episodes, citing low ratings. The network also aired episodes out of order, which hurt narrative coherence and audience engagement. The passionate fan campaign that followed ultimately led to the 2005 feature film Serenity.
Where can you stream Firefly online?
Firefly is available to stream on Hulu with a subscription. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The series is also available with ads on AD tv. Check JustWatch for current regional availability.
Is Firefly based on a true story?
Firefly is not based on a true story. Creator Joss Whedon drew inspiration from the American Civil War, particularly the losing Confederate side, transposing that post-war disillusionment into a far-future space western setting. The Battle of Serenity Valley parallels the Battle of Gettysburg thematically.
Who are the main actors in Firefly?
Firefly stars Nathan Fillion as Captain Mal Reynolds, Gina Torres as Zoë Washburne, Alan Tudyk as Hoban Washburne, Morena Baccarin as Inara Serra, Adam Baldwin as Jayne Cobb, Jewel Staite as Kaylee Frye, Sean Maher as Simon Tam, Summer Glau as River Tam, and Ron Glass as Shepherd Book.
How many episodes does Firefly have?
Firefly has 11 episodes in its single broadcast season, though 14 episodes were produced in total. The three unaired episodes were later released on DVD. The complete series, including all 14 episodes, is widely available on home video and digital platforms.
What is Firefly about?
Set in 2517, Firefly follows the ragtag crew of Serenity, a Firefly-class transport ship, as they take on odd jobs to survive on the fringes of a colonized galaxy. Equal parts space opera and western, the show blends frontier adventure with sharp character dynamics and political undertones.
Did Firefly win any awards?
Firefly won the Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation, Short Form in 2003 for the episode "Jaynestown." The series also received Emmy nominations for Outstanding Special Visual Effects. Despite its short run, it remains one of the most critically celebrated cancelled series in television history.
What is the content rating for Firefly?
Firefly is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains moderate violence, some suggestive dialogue, and mature thematic elements. International ratings include 12 in the UK and Brazil, 16 in Germany and Spain, and M in Australia.
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