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Resident Alien
Resident Alien is a science fiction comedy-drama TV show based on the comic book series of the same name. The series follows an extraterrestrial alien who crash-lands on Earth and assumes the identity of a small-town doctor. With a blend of humor and mystery, the show explores the alien's efforts to avoid detection while completing a mission on Earth. Each episode offers a unique combination of witty dialogue, intriguing storylines, and impressive special effects.
StatusEnded
First airedJan 27, 2021
Last airedAug 8, 2025
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Daily Buzz Score for Resident Alien
Rankings & History
Buzz Score records and rankings
Peak Buzz Score
21.3
#395 all-time · Feb 15 – Mar 15, 2024
1-Year Buzz Score
3.2
#217 · Last 365 days
USA Network
#1
Network rank today
Syfy
#1
Network rank today
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
#32
Genre rank today
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Seasons
Average Buzz Score by season
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Top Cast
Most popular Resident Alien cast members by current Buzz Score on July 4, 2026
1
Clancy Brown
Mantid (voice)
5.1
2
Linda Hamilton
General Eleanor McCallister
5.0
3
Nathan Fillion
42 (voice)
4.9
4
Alan Tudyk
Harry Vanderspeigle
4.4
5
Stephen Root
Ed Vanderspeigle
3.9
6
George Takei
The Gray (voice)
1.9
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