Timeless (2016)
An unlikely trio of a historian, a soldier, and a scientist race through time to stop a dangerous criminal from rewriting American history.
Timeless - Series Information
- Original Title: Timeless
- First Air Year: 2016
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Shawn Ryan, Eric Kripke
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 26
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: October 3, 2016 (United States - TV-PG), October 3, 2016 (Canada - PG), October 3, 2016 (United Kingdom - 12), October 3, 2016 (Germany - 12), October 3, 2016 (France - 12), October 3, 2016 (Australia - M), October 3, 2016 (Brazil - 14), October 3, 2016 (Spain - 12), October 3, 2016 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: NBC
- Alternative Titles: 穿越时间线 (CN), Cestovatelé v čase (CZ), Timeless: Guardiões da História (BR), Извън времето (BG)
- Production Companies: Sony Pictures Television, MiddKid Productions, Davis Entertainment, Kripke Enterprises, Universal Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
Timeless - Plot
A mysterious criminal steals a secret state-of-the-art time machine, intent on destroying America as we know it by changing the past. Our only hope is an unexpected team: a scientist, a soldier and a history professor, who must use the machine's prototype to travel back in time to critical events. While they must make every effort not to affect the past themselves, they must also stay one step ahead of this dangerous fugitive. But can this handpicked team uncover the mystery behind it all and end his destruction before it's too late?
Timeless - Trailer
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Timeless - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Shawn Ryan
- Eric Kripke
Main Cast
- Abigail Spencer
- Matt Lanter
- Malcolm Barrett
- Goran Višnjić
- Paterson Joseph
- Sakina Jaffrey
- Claudia Doumit
- Annie Wersching
- Susanna Thompson
- John Getz
Writers
- Anslem Richardson
- Kent Rotherham
- Lauren Greer
- Arika Lisanne Mittman
- Matt Whitney
Executive Producers
- John Davis
- John Fox
- Shawn Ryan
- Marney Hochman
- Eric Kripke
Timeless - FAQs
Where can you stream Timeless online?
Timeless is available to stream free on Tubi TV and The CW. It can also be streamed with a subscription on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Digital purchase options include Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Why was Timeless cancelled after two seasons?
NBC cancelled Timeless in June 2018 due to declining ratings in its second season. Fan outcry prompted a brief reversal, but the network ultimately confirmed the cancellation. The creators were given the opportunity to produce a two-part finale movie that wrapped up the story for dedicated viewers.
Who are the main cast members of Timeless?
The core trio features Abigail Spencer as historian Lucy Preston, Matt Lanter as soldier Wyatt Logan, and Malcolm Barrett as scientist Rufus Carlin. Goran Višnjić plays antagonist Garcia Flynn, with Paterson Joseph, Sakina Jaffrey, Claudia Doumit, Annie Wersching, Susanna Thompson, and John Getz in supporting roles.
Does Timeless get a proper ending?
Yes. After the series was cancelled, NBC commissioned a two-part finale movie, "The Miracle of Christmas," which aired in December 2018. The special resolved major storylines and gave the characters — and the passionate fanbase — a satisfying, conclusive send-off rather than an abrupt cliffhanger ending.
What is Timeless about?
Timeless follows a historian, a soldier, and a scientist who team up to pursue a dangerous criminal through time. Using a prototype time machine, they race to prevent him from altering pivotal moments in American history. Critics praised its blend of adventure, historical detail, and character-driven storytelling across its two-season run.
How many seasons and episodes does Timeless have?
Timeless ran for two seasons on NBC: Season 1 comprised 16 episodes and Season 2 comprised 10 episodes, for a total of 26 episodes. The series concluded with a two-part TV movie finale, "The Miracle of Christmas," which aired in December 2018 and provided closure to the story.
Who created the NBC series Timeless?
Timeless was created by Shawn Ryan, known for The Shield, and Eric Kripke, the creator of Supernatural. The two developed the series together for NBC, with Sony Pictures Television and Universal Television among the production companies. The show premiered on October 3, 2016.
Is Timeless based on a true story or book?
Timeless is not based on a true story or a pre-existing book. It is an original concept developed by Shawn Ryan and Eric Kripke. While the series incorporates real historical events and figures — from the Hindenburg disaster to the American Civil War — the characters and central time-travel premise are entirely fictional.
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