Beacon 23 - General Discussion

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The 8 episode "Beacon 23" Sci-Fi TV Series is airing the first 2 episodes on November 12, 2023 on MGM+ at 9pm. 

The "Beacon 23" TV Series is based on five short stories that became the 2015 sci-fi novel "Beacon 23" by Hugh Howey. This TV Series was originally commissioned by Spectrum Originals and AMC Networks before both companies backed away from the series, allowing it to be picked up by MGM+. Season 2 of the series was filmed right after the completion of Season 1.

The Beacon 23 TV Series is a suspenseful sci-fi thriller and love story. Beacon 23 takes place in the 23rd century, in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way and every Beacon, a lighthouse for intergalactic travelers, is run by one highly trained human and a specialized Artificial Intelligence. Halan Kai Nelson is a lonely stoic ex-military man, living in complete solitude at the edge of the universe, a condition that is eating away at his sanity, plagued by the scars and secrets of the past. Aster Calyx is a government agent that just happens to crash-land onto Beacon 23. Halan and Aster are trapped together and a tense battle of wills unfolds. They each begin to question whether the other can be trusted. Are they friends or foes? Aster's ability to disguise her agenda and motives, makes her a formidable opponent. A hostile invasion forces them to work together to defend themselves. When an object called The Artifact appears, they work together to unravel its mysteries, and develop a deep bond just in time to face a deadly AI. 

Stephan James as Halan Kai Nelson, the keeper of Beacon 23.

Lena Headey as Aster Calyx, a government agent
Hannah Melissa Scott as Teenage Aster
Marnie McPhail as Kaneddy   
Daniel Malik as Finch 
Cyrus Faird as Tech Wrecker 
Tara Rosling as Randall  
Sydney Ozerov-Meyer as Grisha 
Bo Martynowska as Lilya Gashade 
Dylan Taylor as Giciru 
Noah Lamanna as Dev 
David Tompa as Dosto 
Ben Cain as Kadir Soon Nielsen 
Jaeden Noel as Chick 
Dani Klupsch as Big Face 
Ellen Wong as Iris 
Eric Lange as Milan Aleph    
Robinne Fanfair as Mara   
Ewan Chung as Crest 
Chris Bacchus as Doctor  

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Beacon 23       November 12, 2023         MGM+      9pm   

Episodes 1-2   Titles and Descriptions

S01.E01: Corbenic

Beacon 23's secrets are exposed by an unexpected visitor.

S01.E02: Wreckers

As Wreckers force their way onboard, Aster will have to put her trust in an enemy to survive.

[ROEHUNTER]

Interesting first 2 episodes, second one hooked me, did some things I wasn't expecting. 

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S01.E03: Why Can't We Go On As Three?

In shock after her first kill, Aster buries her feelings as she and Halan prepare for QTA Manager Coley to arrive on the beacon; Coley immediately distrusts Halan and sees him as a threat, forcing Aster to make a tough decision.

Premiere Date: November 19, 2023      MGM+       9pm     

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S01.E04: God In the Machine

In the early days of Beacon 23's history, Sophie receives a surprise visit, forcing her AI to act.

Premiere Date: November 26, 2023      MGM+       9pm     

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S01.E05: Rocky

While uncovering Halan's past, Aster finds a link to the rocks that will alter both their lives.

Premiere Date: December 3, 2023      MGM+       9pm     

[JonasArm]

Really cool moments during Episode 5... Solomon was a riot and i could have had a full mini series of his dailylife on Beacon 23 before Halan. Now, as he abandoned Halan when he was requesting help, our protagonist was rightfully pissed and him crapping all over Solomon's cuisine was warranted and funny. The rocks finally start to reveal their secret... let's see where it leads.

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S01.E06: Beacon Twenty Three

The series goes back in time to show how the rocks first appeared on Beacon 23.

Premiere Date: December 10, 2023      MGM+       9pm     

Next Week: Back-to-Back Episodes 9-11pm (Season Finale)

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Beacon 23     December 17, 2023      MGM+       9pm-11pm 

Episodes 7-8   Titles and Descriptions  

Spoiler

S01.E07: End Transmission

An organization known as The Column arrives at Beacon 23, revealing even more about the rocks.

S01.E08: Adamantine

(Season Finale)
The QTA Mothership descends on Beacon 23, and Aster must make a life-or-death decision.

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‘Beacon 23’ Renewed For Season 2 By MGM+

The eight episode Beacon 23 season 2 will premiere on MGM+ in April 2024.

[KeithJ]

I really wanted to like this but just don't.  I'm not sure what the actual plot is and what's so special about these rocks.  It seems more than half of the episodes are flashbacks too which doesn't help.

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‘Beacon 23’ Unveils Season 2 Trailer, Premiere Date At MGM+

Beacon 23 Season 2   all eight episodes on April 7, 2024    MGM+ 

I am not sure if this will be available for people who MGM OnDemand.

[Raja]

The first season is on Amazon Prime now. It seems like a Twilight Zone premise of a lone beacon keeper with only his AI.  

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