The Tripods Season 1 • TV Show

The Tripods currently has 2 seasons and 25 episodes. Most episodes run for around 30 minutes, which makes the show easy to binge in short bursts. The series is currently marked as "Ended". The most recently aired episode came out in 1985.
The Tripods Season 1 • TV Show

The Tripods Season 2 • TV Show

The Tripods is marked as an ended series, with its final episode airing on November 23, 1985. At this time there are no new seasons or episodes announced, so the release radar for this show is effectively closed unless a revival or spin-off is announced. When the next release does arrive, it is expected to carry the same content rating of TV-PG (US), which can influence when it airs on different providers and platforms.
Watch the main official trailer for The Tripods in one place. Most of these clips were released around October 2015, capturing the show at its peak marketing push. Use the carousel to sample the show's visual style, story hooks and production quality before you dive into full episodes.


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In the year 2089, an alien race stalks the land in towering machines known as Tripods. They have taken over the earth and enslaved mankind with a mind-controlling device, ceremoniously implanted at adolescence. Will Parker, desperate to escape this ritual, leaves the village with his cousin, Henry and attempts to link up with the human resistance movement. It blends sci-fi & fantasy elements. The series reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creator, John Christopher.
The Tripods has been releasing episodes between September 1984 and November 1985 across 2 seasons. So far there are 25 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. On average, new seasons have arrived roughly once a year (14 months between premieres), which is a common pattern for scripted TV.