Resident Alien_
"Beam this up."
Crash-landed alien Harry takes on the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor. Arriving with a secret mission, he starts off living a simple life…but things get a bit rocky when he’s roped into solving a local murder and realizes he needs to assimilate into his new world. As he does, he begins to wrestle with the moral dilemma of his mission and asking the big life questions like: “Are human beings worth saving?” and “Why do they fold their pizza before eating it?”
Created By
Chris Sheridan
Network
USA Network
Episodes
44
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
14 countries
Disney+
3 countries
Magenta TV+
1 country
WOW
1 country
Peacock
1 country
YouTube TV
1 country
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Overview
Resident Alien has 4 seasons with 44 episodes spanning 2021-2025.
Rating
With a 7.8/10 rating from 921 votes, Resident Alien is considered highly rated.
Year context
Resident Alien first aired 5 years ago in 2021.
CAST (8)
Alan Tudyk
Harry Vanderspeigle
Sara Tomko
Asta Twelvetrees
Corey Reynolds
Mike Thompson
Alice Wetterlund
D'Arcy Bloom
Levi Fiehler
Ben Hawthorne
Elizabeth Bowen
Liv Baker
Meredith Garretson
Kate Hawthorne
Judah Prehn
Max Hawthorne
SEASONS (4 seasons, 44 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Stranded in the town of Patience, Colorado, an alien inhabits the body of Dr. Harry Venderspeigle — but one resident can see past his façade.
02
Homesick
In his first week at the clinic, Harry struggles to diagnose a strange feeling: human emotion.
03
Secrets
Harry races to keep his secret safe as Asta is forced to face her own past.
04
Birds of a Feather
Harry travels to the Ute Reservation to help Asta's grandmother, and along the way, learns what it means to belong to a community.
05
Love Language
A surprise visitor gives Harry an introduction to marriage, a stressful human institution he needs to familiarize himself with.
06
Sexy Beast
Harry copes with jealousy when the mayor hires an annoyingly perfect new town doctor.
07
The Green Glow
After he makes a mess of his human life, a depressed Harry gets drunk. Liv quits the force when Mike fails to credit her for…
08
End of the World as We Know It
Asta saves a badly injured Harry after they fall into a glacial crevasse — and in the process learns a shocking secret.
09
Welcome Aliens
To repair his planet-killing device, Harry visits an alien convention to harvest implants from UFO abductees. Mike asks Liv to rejoin the department.
10
Heroes of Patience
Brokenhearted when Asta ends their friendship after discovering the real Harry’s fate, the alien decides to fulfill his original mission.
SEASON 2
01
Old Friends
Harry the alien is back on Earth and doesn't remember who he is, and only Asta can keep him safe.
02
The Wire
Harry has a plan to save Asta and himself but he must first attend the Sheriff's poker game.
03
Girls' Night
Harry meets a woman unlike any other and realizes that she is the key to his new mission.
04
Radio Harry
Is Harry building another bomb? Asta is going to find out as they go camping on the reservation.
05
Family Day
Harry and Asta's trip is interrupted by an uninvited relative as the town celebrates family.
06
An Alien in New York
Harry and Asta travel to New York looking for one of his people, but things go horribly wrong.
07
Escape from New York
Harry and Asta find what they are looking for but not what they need as danger closes in.
08
Alien Dinner Party
It's a surprise party as everyone gathers to celebrate Harry, but some dangerous guests cause havoc.
09
Autopsy
Asta is overwhelmed with guilt after she, Harry, and D'arcy get rid of the dead body.
10
The Ghost of Bobby Smallwood
Asta helps Harry learn how to deal with his newfound fear of death.
11
The Weight
Asta tells Dan about the shooting while Harry learns what it takes to be a good friend.
12
The Alien Within
Halloween comes to Patience, and Harry sheds his human mask. Meanwhile, Ben is trying to promote the new resort to the residents of Patience and…
13
Harry, a Parent
After losing the alien baby, Harry learns which alien race is on Earth and it’s not what he expected.
14
Cat and Mouse
Harry goes head-to-head with one of his biggest enemies.
15
Best of Enemies
Harry has an unexpected partner as he tries to infiltrate a military base to find his alien baby. Meanwhile, Asta and Dan help D'arcy to…
16
I Believe in Aliens
Harry comes face to face with his greatest enemy and makes a choice that may affect Earth forever.
SEASON 3
01
Lone Wolf
In an attempt to gather information on the Grey Aliens, Harry puts Asta in harm's way.
02
The Upper Hand
D'Arcy inserts herself into Harry's mission, while Kate grows more uncomfortable in her own home.
03
141 Seconds
Harry tags along on Ben, Kate and Max's family trip, hoping the mayor will lead him to answers.
04
Avian Flu
Harry gets distracted from his mission, while Mike and Liv make a huge discovery.
05
Lovebird
Asta and D'Arcy take a drastic step in an attempt to get Harry back on track.
06
Bye Bye Birdie
Harry hits rock bottom, Kate begins seeing the truth, and Mike helps Liv face her greatest fear.
07
Here Comes My Baby
Harry and Asta get surprise visits. Ben grows suspicious of Mike and Liv's private investigation.
08
Homecoming
Harry and Asta team up with an unlikely ally to try to save the Earth.
SEASON 4
01
Prisoners
Harry must escape an outer space prison to stop a dangerous threat in town.
02
The Lonely Man
Harry and Asta work together to try and get something Harry desperately needs.
03
Ties That Bind
Harry and D'arcy travel to an unexpected place to recover an alien device left behind by his people.
04
Truth Hurts
Harry and Heather reunite, but their relationship is more complicated than ever.
05
The Human Condition
Harry struggles to find balance with his new human form.
06
Soul Providers
Harry is brought in front of The Galactic Housing Council to answer for his crimes.
07
Daddy Issues
Harry has to prove himself to someone from his past.
08
Mine Town
Harry enlists an unlikely ally to help him save Patience.
09
Tunnel Vision
With lives hanging in the balance, Harry is put to the test.
10
The End Is Here
Harry faces one final threat, and one that forces him to use more than just his alien strength.
SERIES INFO
4
Seasons
44
Episodes
Canceled
Status
CREW
Creator
Chris Sheridan
NETWORKS (2)
USA Network
Syfy
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Resident Alien about?
Crash-landed alien Harry takes on the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor. Arriving with a secret mission, he starts off living a simple life…but things get a bit rocky when he’s roped into solving a local murder and realizes he needs to assimilate into his new world. As he does, he begins to wrestle with the moral dilemma of his mission and asking the big life questions like: “Are human beings worth saving?” and “Why do they fold their pizza before eating it?”
Where can I watch Resident Alien?
Resident Alien is available on Netflix, Disney+, Magenta TV+, WOW, Peacock. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Resident Alien have?
Resident Alien has 4 seasons with 44 episodes total.
Who created Resident Alien?
Resident Alien was created by Chris Sheridan.
Who stars in Resident Alien?
The cast of Resident Alien includes Alan Tudyk, Sara Tomko, Corey Reynolds, Alice Wetterlund, Levi Fiehler.
What is the rating of Resident Alien?
Resident Alien has a rating of 7.8 out of 10 based on 921 votes on TMDB.
Is Resident Alien still running?
Resident Alien was canceled.
GENRES (1)
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
