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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?”

3 Seasons
34 Episodes
Returning Series
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Cast & Characters
Heroes of Patience
8.3/10 (2192 votes)

#1 Heroes of Patience

S1:E10

On the verge of completing his mission, Harry faces his own humanity.

Love Language
8.2/10 (2393 votes)

#2 Love Language

S1:E5

A surprise visitor gives Harry an introduction to marriage, a stressful human institution he needs to familiarize himself with.

Welcome Aliens
8.2/10 (2059 votes)

#3 Welcome Aliens

S1:E9

Harry and Asta attend an alien convention.

Homecoming
8.2/10 (900 votes)

#4 Homecoming

S3:E8

Harry and Asta team up with an unlikely ally to try to save the Earth.

Pilot
8.0/10 (3501 votes)

#5 Pilot

S1:E1

An alien hiding in a small Colorado town meets the locals when they ask him to help solve a murder.

Birds of a Feather
8.0/10 (2379 votes)

#6 Birds of a Feather

S1:E4

Harry travels to the Ute Reservation to help Asta's grandmother, and along the way, learns what it means to belong to a community.

The Green Glow
8.0/10 (2063 votes)

#7 The Green Glow

S1:E7

Fearing he's facing failure, Harry enlists an unlikely ally to help find his ship.

End of the World as We Know It
8.0/10 (2049 votes)

#8 End of the World as We Know It

S1:E8

Harry must rely on Asta and D'arcy for survival.

Best of Enemies
8.0/10 (1075 votes)

#9 Best of Enemies

S2:E15

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 recover and realize, that she's unwilling to leave her new comfort zone.

I Believe in Aliens
8.0/10 (1217 votes)

#10 I Believe in Aliens

S2:E16

Harry comes face to face with his greatest enemy and makes a choice that may affect Earth forever.

Here Comes My Baby
8.0/10 (783 votes)

#11 Here Comes My Baby

S3:E7

Harry and Asta get surprise visits. Ben grows suspicious of Mike and Liv's private investigation.

Alien Dinner Party
7.9/10 (1409 votes)

#12 Alien Dinner Party

S2:E8

It's a surprise party as everyone gathers to celebrate Harry, but some dangerous guests cause havoc.

The Upper Hand
7.9/10 (846 votes)

#13 The Upper Hand

S3:E2

D'Arcy inserts herself into Harry's mission, while Kate grows more uncomfortable in her own home.

Homesick
7.8/10 (2740 votes)

#14 Homesick

S1:E2

In his first week at the clinic, Harry struggles to diagnose a strange feeling: human emotion.

Sexy Beast
7.8/10 (2147 votes)

#15 Sexy Beast

S1:E6

Harry copes with jealousy when the mayor hires an annoyingly perfect new town doctor.

Escape from New York
7.8/10 (1363 votes)

#16 Escape from New York

S2:E7

Harry and Asta find what they are looking for but not what they need as danger closes in.

Avian Flu
7.8/10 (873 votes)

#17 Avian Flu

S3:E4

Harry gets distracted from his mission, while Mike and Liv make a huge discovery.

Secrets
7.7/10 (2481 votes)

#18 Secrets

S1:E3

Harry races to keep his secret safe as Asta is forced to face her own past.

The Alien Within
7.7/10 (1123 votes)

#19 The Alien Within

S2:E12

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 meets some resistance.

141 Seconds
7.7/10 (826 votes)

#20 141 Seconds

S3:E3

Harry tags along on Ben, Kate and Max's family trip, hoping the mayor will lead him to answers.

Old Friends
7.6/10 (1890 votes)

#21 Old Friends

S2:E1

Harry the alien is back on Earth and doesn't remember who he is, and only Asta can keep him safe.

Harry, a Parent
7.6/10 (1052 votes)

#22 Harry, a Parent

S2:E13

After losing the alien baby, Harry learns which alien race is on Earth and it’s not what he expected.

An Alien in New York
7.5/10 (1404 votes)

#23 An Alien in New York

S2:E6

Harry and Asta travel to New York looking for one of his people, but things go horribly wrong.

Autopsy
7.5/10 (1153 votes)

#24 Autopsy

S2:E9

Asta is overwhelmed with guilt after she, Harry, and D'arcy get rid of the dead body.

Cat and Mouse
7.5/10 (1000 votes)

#25 Cat and Mouse

S2:E14

Harry goes head-to-head with one of his biggest enemies.

Lone Wolf
7.5/10 (1005 votes)

#26 Lone Wolf

S3:E1

In an attempt to gather information on the Grey Aliens, Harry puts Asta in harm's way.

Lovebird
7.5/10 (768 votes)

#27 Lovebird

S3:E5

Asta and D'Arcy take a drastic step in an attempt to get Harry back on track.

The Wire
7.4/10 (1649 votes)

#28 The Wire

S2:E2

Harry has a plan to save Asta and himself but he must first attend the Sheriff's poker game.

Family Day
7.4/10 (1490 votes)

#29 Family Day

S2:E5

Harry and Asta's trip is interrupted by an uninvited relative as the town celebrates family.

Bye Bye Birdie
7.4/10 (733 votes)

#30 Bye Bye Birdie

S3:E6

Harry hits rock bottom, Kate begins seeing the truth, and Mike helps Liv face her greatest fear.

The Ghost of Bobby Smallwood
7.3/10 (1137 votes)

#31 The Ghost of Bobby Smallwood

S2:E10

Asta helps Harry learn how to deal with his newfound fear of death.

The Weight
7.3/10 (1071 votes)

#32 The Weight

S2:E11

Asta tells Dan about the shooting while Harry learns what it takes to be a good friend.

Radio Harry
6.9/10 (1586 votes)

#33 Radio Harry

S2:E4

Is Harry building another bomb? Asta is going to find out as they go camping on the reservation.

Girls' Night
5.5/10 (3270 votes)

#34 Girls' Night

S2:E3

Harry meets a woman unlike any other and realizes that she is the key to his new mission.

Cast & Chracters

Harry Vanderspeigle

Harry Vanderspeigle

Actor: Alan Tudyk

An extraterrestrial being who crash-lands near Patience, Colorado, and assumes the identity of Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle after killing him. Sent to Earth to eradicate humanity, Harry begins to question his mission as he develops human emotions and relationships. He possesses superhuman abilities, including strength, agility, shapeshifting, and memory manipulation. His understanding of human behavior is often skewed due to his reliance on television shows like 'Law & Order' for learning social norms.

Asta Twelvetrees

Asta Twelvetrees

Actor: Sara Tomko

A nurse at the Patience health clinic and a member of the Ute Native American tribe. Asta is compassionate and strong-willed, having overcome an abusive relationship in her past. She is the first person, after Max, to discover Harry's true identity and becomes his confidante, guiding him through human interactions and emotions. Asta has a complex relationship with her estranged daughter, Jay, whom she gave up for adoption during her teenage years.

Mike Thompson

Mike Thompson

Actor: Corey Reynolds

The sheriff of Patience, who prefers to be called 'Big Black.' Mike is authoritative and often masks his insecurities by exerting control over situations. His career in Washington, D.C., ended following the death of his partner, leading him to relocate to Patience. He has a strained relationship with his deputy, Liv Baker, often overlooking her insights, though he gradually comes to appreciate her contributions.

D'arcy Bloom

D'arcy Bloom

Actor: Alice Wetterlund

The owner and bartender of the town's pub, The 59, and Asta's best friend. D'arcy was once an Olympic-level skier, but her career was cut short due to a severe injury. She returned to Patience, where she now tends bar and occasionally makes impulsive decisions. D'arcy is known for her sharp wit and adventurous spirit, often providing comic relief while dealing with her own personal struggles.

Ben Hawthorne

Ben Hawthorne

Actor: Levi Fiehler

The young and affable mayor of Patience. Ben is eager to please and often finds himself overshadowed by his assertive wife, Kate. He has a history with D'arcy, having dated her during their school years, and their lingering chemistry occasionally surfaces. Ben is a hobbyist candlemaker, though his passion is not widely recognized or appreciated.

Max Hawthorne

Max Hawthorne

Actor: Judah Prehn

The son of Mayor Ben Hawthorne and his wife, Kate. Max is unique in that he possesses the rare ability to see through Harry's human disguise, perceiving his true alien form. This leads to a contentious relationship between the two, with Max determined to expose Harry's identity and Harry attempting to neutralize the perceived threat. Despite their adversarial interactions, a mutual respect develops over time.

Liv Baker

Liv Baker

Actor: Elizabeth Bowen

The diligent and observant deputy sheriff of Patience. Liv is often underappreciated and overlooked by Sheriff Mike, despite her keen insights and dedication to her work. She has a longstanding fascination with extraterrestrial phenomena, stemming from a childhood experience of witnessing what she believed to be a UFO. Liv's persistence and attention to detail make her a valuable asset to the town's law enforcement.

The highest rated episode of Resident Alien is "Heroes of Patience" (S1E10) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 2,192 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Girls' Night" (S2E3) with a rating of 5.50.

This episode received 3,270 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Heroes of Patience" (S1E10) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 2,192 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Secrets" (S1E3) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 2,481 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Best of Enemies" (S2E15) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 1,075 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Girls' Night" (S2E3) with a rating of 5.50.

This episode received 3,270 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Homecoming" (S3E8) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 900 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Bye Bye Birdie" (S3E6) with a rating of 7.40.

This episode received 733 votes.

Name Department Job
Chris Sheridan Production Executive Producer
Darryl Frank Production Executive Producer
Justin Falvey Production Executive Producer
Todd Leykamp Production Co-Producer
Noah Sorota Sound Music
Peter Hogan Writing Comic Book
Steve Parkhouse Writing Comic Book

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