Falling Skies - Season 5

A surprise skitter attack leaves the 2nd Mass without food. In desperation Maggie Ben Pope and Sara go on a dangerous mission hoping to find supplies. Along the way they encounter a family deeply scarred by the Espheni plan. Maggie must make false promises to insure the 2nd Masses' survival. Meanwhile Tom and Anne discover the Espheni have created something part Espheni part Skitter part Hornet and part human.

The 2nd Mass discovers the source for the seemingly endless supply of enemy forces. With the Volm's help Tom's leadership begins to spread to remaining human militias around the world. Hal disobeys his father to help Maggie on a personal mission. Meanwhile Tom has to make an agonizing choice that ultimately risks one of their own leaving lasting repercussions for them all.

A mission to procure vehicles and fuel goes awry. Cochise shares troubling news with Anne that will test both her medical and leadership skills. Anthony's mental stability and his loyalties are brought into question. Meanwhile a desperate Pope takes things into his own hands.

The 2nd Mass leaves Chinatown en route to what they hope will be the final Espheni battle. Along the way they encounter a deranged and desperate gunman who takes Weaver hostage. Meanwhile Tom sets off to rescue Hal from Pope and his dangerous group of survivors.

Injured Tom takes refuge with a unique family who has distanced themselves from the fight giving him a glimpse of life without war. Hal and Isabella's romance grows as they search for a missing Tom. Meanwhile The 2nd Mass locates an Espheni device that could be a linchpin to winning the war if they can figure out how to use it. And Maggie makes a decision that has consequences for her and the entire 2nd Mass.