- List of Roswell episodes
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This is an episode list for the American science fiction television series Roswell, which ran between October 6, 1999 and May 14, 2002.[1] The first two seasons aired on The WB, and the third on UPN. There are a total of 61 episodes. The series follows the lives of teenage aliens, survivors of the 1947 UFO crash, hiding in plain sight as humans in Roswell, New Mexico.
Contents
Series overview
Season Episodes Originally aired DVD release date Season premiere Season finale Region 1 Region 2 Region 4 1 22 October 6, 1999 May 15, 2000 February 17, 2004 April 26, 2004 April 2, 2004 2 21 October 2, 2000 May 21, 2001 October 5, 2004 August 9, 2004 February 7, 2005 3 18 October 9, 2001 May 14, 2002 August 9, 2005 October 11, 2004 March 15, 2006 Episodes
Season 1 (1999–2000)
№ # Title Directed by Written by Original air date Production
code1 1 "Pilot" David Nutter Jason Katims October 6, 1999 1ADA79 Liz Parker learns Max Evans' out-of-this-world secret when he saves her life, and he must now rely on her to safeguard his secret as an orphaned extraterrestrial. 2 2 "The Morning After" David Nutter Jason Katims October 13, 1999 1ADA01 Liz tries to maintain her relationship with Kyle despite her deep bond with Max; Michael is obsessed with the idea that there was another alien in Roswell in 1959 and tries to decipher the meaning of the flashes only he sees. Meanwhile, Liz suspects the new guidance counselor Ms. Topolsky is hiding something, especially when she sees her with Michael's file. 3 3 "Monsters" David Semel Jason Katims & Thania St. John October 20, 1999 1ADA02 Isabel is concerned about Maria's nervous reactions to Sheriff Valenti, so she invades one of Maria's dreams to determine whether she can keep the aliens' secret. 4 4 "Leaving Normal" Chris Long Jason Katims October 27, 1999 1ADA03 Liz's grandmother is rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke prompting Liz to reach out to Max for comfort. 5 5 "Missing" David Semel Jon Harmon Feldman November 3, 1999 1ADA04 Liz discovers her personal journal, which contains all she knows about the aliens, is missing and she fears it has fallen into the hands of someone who could expose the aliens. 6 6 "285 South" (Part 1) Arvin Brown William Sind & Thania St. John November 10, 1999 1ADA05 Michael finds a lead when his art teacher reveals information about the geodesic dome. Meanwhile, the dome continues to haunt his dreams and it forces him to hijack Maria's car with her in it all the way to Texas. When they arrive at the dome Michael finds that the key he has opens a door to a secret underground room which could possibly hold all the answers they are looking for. 7 7 "River Dog" (Part 2) Jonathan Frakes Cheryl Cain November 17, 1999 1ADA06 Liz and Max journey to an American Indian reservation where they glean information from an elderly tribesman about the alien who vanished in 1959. 8 8 "Blood Brother" David Nutter Breen Frazier & Barry Pullman November 24, 1999 1ADA07 Max is injured in a car accident and Liz pressures Alex to help protect him from medical procedures that could expose his identity by providing blood samples to replace Max's. 9 9 "Heat Wave" Patrick Norris Jason Katims December 1, 1999 1ADA08 A freak December heat wave hits the town and sparks romance as Michael's relationship with Maria heats up and Liz's infatuation with Max intensifies; meanwhile Isabel enters into one of Alex's dreams only to discover her likeness already there and dancing with Alex. 10 10 "The Balance" John Behring Thania St. John December 15, 1999 1ADA09 While at the reservation Michael ends up in an alarming hallucinatory state and the others must band together to save his life. 11 11 "Toy House" Michael Fields Jon Harman Feldman & Jason Katims January 19, 2000 1ADA10 When Max rescues his mother from a kitchen fire she faces her suspicions about his extraordinary abilities; Liz reaches out to Kyle in friendship. 12 12 "Into the Woods" Nick Marck Thania St. John January 26, 2000 1ADA11 A new UFO sighting sends suspicion and fear through the town and leads Max and Isabel to investigate the incident during a school camping trip. 13 13 "The Convention" Tucker Gates Jason Katims & Emily Whitesell February 2, 2000 1ADA12 Max plays host to actor Jonathan Frakes at the annual UFO Convention while trying to avoid the meddlesome couple who witnessed Max's life-saving abilities on Liz at the Crashdown Cafe. 14 14 "Blind Date" Keith Samples Thania St. John February 9, 2000 1ADA13 Maria enters Liz in a blind date contest; Max and Kyle commiserate about their shared feelings for Liz; Michael and Isabel send a signal to the fourth alien. 15 15 "Independence Day" Paul Shapiro Toni Graphia February 16, 2000 1ADA14 After Michael has a violent showdown with his father, Max and Isabel's father helps Michael set up his emancipation; the fourth alien emerges as a shape shifter who watches over Max, Michael and Isabel. 16 16 "Sexual Healing" David Semel Jan Oxenberg March 1, 2000 1ADA15 Max is lead to another strange alien artifact, a glowing orb as a result of the visions Liz has when they kiss. Meanwhile Liz's desire for Max reaches an all time high; Maria decides to fake visions with Michael but it does not end well. 17 17 "Crazy" James Whitmore, Jr. Thania St. John April 10, 2000 1ADA16 Isabel befriends Tess, a new female student who immediately arouses Max and Michael's suspicions. 18 18 "Tess, Lies and Videotape" Paul Shapiro Toni Graphia & Richard Whitley April 17, 2000 1ADA17 Max develops an uncontrollable attraction to Tess that includes intense sexual daydreams, and Sheriff Valenti learns that Topolsky was killed in a suspicious fire. 19 19 "Four Square" Jonathan Frakes Thania St. John April 24, 2000 1ADA18 Harding finds the video camera hidden in his house and gives it to Valenti. The lawman then tells Max that his safety depends upon his willingness to share information. Isabel and Michael realize they are not brother and sister when they start having dreams about each other. 20 20 "Max to the Max" Patrick Norris Toni Graphia May 1, 2000 1ADA19 Tess's book suggests that she and Max are predetermined mates, as are Michael and Isabel, who thinks she might be pregnant -- with Michael's baby. Meanwhile, Nasedo disguises himself as Max and kidnaps Liz as part of a plan to trap FBI agent Pierce. 21 21 "The White Room" (Part 1) Jonathan Frakes Jason Katims & Thania St. John May 8, 2000 1ADA20 Max finds himself in a white room with no windows or doors, facing questions by Agent Pierce. Isabel telepathically contacts Max, who leaves her clues to his location. Michael, Isabel and Tess then set out on a rescue mission leaving Alex, Liz and Maria behind. 22 22 "Destiny" (Part 2) Patrick Norris Story by: Thania St. John
Teleplay by: Jason Katims & Thania St. JohnMay 15, 2000 1ADA21 After escaping from Pierce, the aliens save Nasedo and when Michael kills Pierce, Nasedo takes Pierce's place to help the aliens. Max figures out how to use the devices and release a message from Max and Isabel's real mother - she says Max is their leader and Tess is his young bride and that Michael is second in command and he is Isabel's fiancé. Season 2 (2000–2001)
№ # Title Directed by Written by Original air date Production
code23 1 "Skin and Bones" James A. Contner Jason Katims October 2, 2000 2ADA01 Max and the others must rescue Michael after he is arrested for murder; Liz takes a job with a congresswoman who has a hidden agenda. 24 2 "Ask Not" Bruce Seth Green Ronald D. Moore October 9, 2000 2ADA02 Brody Davis, the mysterious new curator at the UFO Museum has the group on edge, and Michael and Isabel plotting his demise. 25 3 "Surprise" Frederick King Keller Toni Graphia October 16, 2000 2ADA03 Isabel is deeply moved when Max throws her a surprise birthday party, but she grows troubled after seeing visions of a bound and gagged Tess. Meanwhile, Alex does an interesting cop striptease for Isabel; Congresswoman Whitaker is revealed as Nasedo's killer and as a Skin. Isabel also learns some information about her past life on Antar. 26 4 "Summer of '47" Patrick Norris Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts October 23, 2000 2ADA04 Michael discovers the hidden history behind the 1947 crash when interviewing a World War II survivor for a school project. The story unfolds with familiar faces portraying people in 1947. 27 5 "The End of the World" Bill L. Norton Jason Katims October 30, 2000 2ADA05 An older Max travels from the future (2014 to be exact) to tell Liz that their relationship will imperil his planet and together they devise a plan to change the future: by making present Max fall out of love with Liz. Not an easy task until Liz tricks Max into believing she slept with Kyle. 28 6 "Harvest" Paul Shapiro Fred Golan November 6, 2000 2ADA06 After the death of congresswoman Whitaker, Max and the gang visit her hometown, Copper Summit, Arizona, where they find themselves trapped in enemy territory when they learn the whole town population are Skins. 29 7 "Wipeout!" Michael Lange Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts November 13, 2000 2ADA07 The Skins make all the humans in Roswell, New Mexico disappear turning it into a ghost town. Their assault ends with the death of one of the aliens: Courtney the helpful Skin. Fortunately Tess uses her mind blowing powers and destroys all the other Skins or so it seems until Max and Tess spy a boy resembling Nicholas on a scooter at the end of the episode. 30 8 "Meet the Dupes" (Part 1) James A. Contner Toni Graphia November 20, 2000 2ADA08 Duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess come to Roswell after killing their king Zan, to urge Max to attend an important interstellar summit in New York City, but they have their own agenda; Max also disscovers Isabel was vilandra in their past lives, causing friction between him and Isabel, Ava stays behind in Roswell. 31 9 "Max in the City" (Part 2) Patrick Norris Ronald D. Moore November 27, 2000 2ADA09 Max and Tess depart for the interstellar summit in New York City with Rath and Lonnie, Michael and Isabel's duplicates, who both harbor a secret agenda for their future king and an alliance with Nicholas, the Skin. Ava reveals to Liz that Rath & Lonnie murdered Zan. Tess is kidnapped by the dupes after Max learns of their true intentions. When Max finally finds Tess she reveals that they tried to read her mind to find the Granolith but she resisted. She then says that they're gone but did they die or are they still out there? Ava says goodbye to Liz and leaves Roswell. 32 10 "A Roswell Christmas Carol" Patrick Norris Jason Katims December 18, 2000 2ADA11 Max witnesses a tragedy and is haunted by the ghost of a man he could have saved, leaving him overwhelmed with guilt and questioning his healing abilities. Isabel aka the Christmas Nazi (dubbed by Michael) tried to brighten up the holiday season and Tess tries to become a part of the Valenti family. 33 11 "To Serve and Protect" Jefery Levy Breen Frazier January 22, 2001 2ADA10 When Isabel develops a psychic connection to a girl who has been buried alive, she races to find the teenager before it's too late. Meanwhile the FBI comes to town and starts asking questions concerning Valenti and his involvement with Max and Isabel. 34 12 "We Are Family" David Grossman Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts January 29, 2001 2ADA12 Sheriff Valenti is suspended from the force after refusing to answer the FBI's questions about Max and Isabel, but he soon finds himself right back in the thick of things when Laurie DuPree shows up at his house claiming to be chased by aliens. 35 13 "Disturbing Behavior" (Part 1) James Whitmore, Jr. Ronald D. Moore February 5, 2001 2ADA13 Michael and Maria flee from Roswell after helping Laurie DuPree escape from the police, and Max learns that a deadly parasite was released into Earth's atmosphere when their ship crashed 50 years ago. 36 14 "How the Other Half Lives" (Part 2) Paul Shapiro Story by: Gretchen J. Berg, Breen Frazier &
Aaron Harberts
Teleplay by: Breen Frazier, Jason Katims and
Ronald D. MooreFebruary 19, 2001 2ADA14 Max tries to stop Alex and Kyle from being buried alive in a cave filled with glowing blue crystals; Isabel is kidnapped by Grant Sorenson possessed by the alien parasite queen; Michael is shot while trying to protect Laurie.. 37 15 "Viva Las Vegas" Bruce Seth Green Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts February 26, 2001 2ADA15 When the gang makes a spur-of-the-moment trip to Las Vegas, in order to spend the DuPree money, the event-filled excursion ends in a face off between Max and Michael over leadership; Tess and Liz can't pass for over-21-year-olds; Maria recruits Alex to help her audition for a role that ends up to be for a stripper; Isabel meets a man. 38 16 "Heart of Mine" Lawrence Trilling Jason Katims April 16, 2001 2ADA17 The onset of junior prom stirs up emotional tumult as Liz tempts fate by asking Max to be her date, Isabel decides Alex is the man she's been searching for, and Michael tells Maria he won't take her to prom. 39 17 "Cry Your Name" Allan Kroeker Ronald D. Moore April 23, 2001 2ADA18 Jim Valenti informs the kids that Alex was killed in a suspicious car accident. When the investigation into the car accident leads Valenti and Max to believe that Alex committed suicide, Liz refuses to believe it and begins her own investigation. 40 18 "It's Too Late and It's Too Bad" Patrick Norris Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts April 30, 2001 2ADA19 A startling breakthrough leads to a renewed connection for two of the gang. Differing reactions to a life shattering event creates tension among the gang, resulting in heartfelt revelations, hidden insecurities and thoughts of leaving Roswell. Meanwhile, Liz enlists Sean in her continuing quest for answers into the death of Alex. 41 19 "Baby, It's You" Rodney Charters Lisa Klink May 7, 2001 2ADA20 Max is hit with a one-two punch after he discovers that not only is Tess pregnant with his son, but that the baby cannot survive unless they return to their home planet. Liz, Maria and Michael work together to unravel the mysterious double life of Alex. Isabel and Kyle explore her powers as they play pranks on Max and Kyle dreamwalks with a Playmate. 42 20 "Off the Menu" Patrick Norris Russel Friend & Garrett Lerner May 14, 2001 2ADA16 Brody Davis, his mind frazzled from an electric shock,holds several members of the gang hostage, when he begins to remember what happened when he was abducted, such as the New York City interstellar summit and the fact that Max is an alien. Max must use his healing abilities to fix Brody's mind so that he doesn't remember the alien mind that inhabits him. Tess must mindwarp Amy DeLuca into not remembering that Brody held them hostage. 43 21 "The Departure" Patrick Norris Jason Katims May 21, 2001 2ADA21 Max, Isabel, Michael and Tess struggle with goodbyes on what they believe to be their last night on Earth before they travel back to their home planet. In the final hours, Max frantically searches for the killer that is still out there and threatens the lives of everyone they love. Season 3 (2001–2002)
№ # Title Directed by Written by Original air date Production
code44 1 "Busted" Patrick Norris Jason Katims October 9, 2001 3ADA01 Max and Liz are arrested and jailed for holding up a convenience store. Meanwhile, Isabel has a secret affair with a handsome attorney, and Michael tries to straighten out his life. 45 2 "Michael, the Guys and the Great Snapple Caper" Paul Shapiro Ronald D. Moore October 16, 2001 3ADA02 Michael works as a security guard, but when he tries to loosen up his co-workers, he causes more harm than good. Meanwhile, Max and Liz continue to see each other despite her parents' wishes. 46 3 "Significant Others" Patrick Norris David Simkins October 23, 2001 3ADA03 With Alex's ghost as her guide, Isabel must finally confront her fears about love and her conflicted feelings for Jesse. Meanwhile, Maria happily discovers a whole new, human part of Michael in, of all places, a bowling alley, and Liz and Max struggle to remain together despite her father's insistent disapproval. 47 4 "Secrets and Lies" (Part 1) Jonathan Frakes Russel Friend & Garrett Lerner October 30, 2001 3ADA04 Max travels to Hollywood while investigating a murder he believes was committed by an alien. He discovers a link to a Paramount science fiction show called "They Are Among Us" and when he goes to the Paramount lot to investigate he ends up auditioning for the part of an alien on an episode of "Enterprise" directed by Star Trek alum, Jonathan Frakes. Meanwhile, back in Roswell, Isabel and Jesse struggle over how to reveal their engagement to their families. 48 5 "Control" (Part 2) Bill L. Norton Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts November 6, 2001 3ADA05 Max, with the help of Kal Langley, undertakes a dangerous journey as he seeks to learn of the fate of Tess and his son. Meanwhile, back in Roswell, Isabel and Jesse must face the negative reactions of their parents and friends to their impending marriage. 49 6 "To Have and to Hold" Frederick King Keller Ronald D. Moore November 13, 2001 3ADA06 Right before her wedding, Isabel is torn with doubt when she has erotic dreams of her former alien lover, Kivar. Meanwhile, a reluctant Max agrees to serve as Jesse's best man, while attempting to investigate him at the bachelor party. 50 7 "Interruptus" Bruce Seth Green David Simkins November 20, 2001 3ADA07 After their idyllic wedding, Isabel and Jesse are stalked on their honeymoon by her alien lover Kivar who plots to take her back to their home planet. Learning of this, Max and Michael arrive intent on destroying the alien. Meanwhile, Liz and Maria discover that Philip has begun a secret investigation of Max, including the disappearance of Tess, and he's embroiling Liz's dad into the whole thing. 51 8 "Behind the Music" Jonathan Frakes Russel Friend & Garrett Lerner November 27, 2001 3ADA08 When an old love visits Maria her passion for music resurfaces, which jeopardizes her relationship with Michael. Meanwhile, while Max's father is still trying to put together all the pieces of his investigation, Isabel joins Max in the quest to stop him. 52 9 "Samuel Rising" Patrick Norris Jason Katims December 18, 2001 3ADA09 When Max is fascinated by an intriguing autistic child he wonders if his own lost child is attempting to reach out to him. Meanwhile, Michael plays Santa to Maria and Liz's elves at a charity event. Isabel and Jesse share their first holiday together as husband and wife. 53 10 "A Tale of Two Parties" Allan Kroeker Laura Burns & Melinda Metz January 1, 2002 3ADA10 In an attempt to find Roswell's legendary New Year's Rave, Max and Maria join forces. Meanwhile, Liz connects with her father and Isabel helps Kyle find the perfect date for New Year's. 54 11 "I Married an Alien" Patrick Norris Ronald D. Moore January 29, 2002 3ADA11 When a journalist friend of Jesse's comes to Roswell, Isabel discovers he's investigating her, Max and Michael, after he witnesses Michael using his powers. Meanwhile, Isabel fantasizes about what her life would be like if Jesse knew her alien secret through the device of a 1960s sitcom a la "Bewitched". 55 12 "Ch-Ch-Changes" Paul Shapiro Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts February 5, 2002 3ADA12 When Liz begins to undergo some strange, alien-like changes to her body, she decides she needs to get as far from Max as she can. In order to separate from him she must leave Roswell to go to boarding school in Vermont. Meanwhile, Maria gets offered a recording contract in New York, but she isn't sure she likes what the record label people are doing to her music to make it "popular". 56 13 "Panacea" Rodney Charters Russel Friend & Garrett Lerner February 12, 2002 3ADA13 Michael uncovers a conspiracy at Metachem, when a guard is killed on duty. Michael enlists the aid of Max and Isabel when the investigation takes an alien turn. Meanwhile, Liz has entered boarding school in Vermont and tries to start a new life, and Maria disillusioned by New York goes to visit Liz in Vermont. 57 14 "Chant Down Babylon" Lawrence Trilling Ronald D. Moore February 26, 2002 3ADA14 Michael, Jesse and Valenti call on a discredited doctor to help the wounded Isabel. Also, Clayton Wheeler undergoes an amazing transformation and soon finds himself drawn to Liz; and Jesse quizzes Michael about Isabel's alien roots. 58 15 "Who Died and Made You King?" Peter B. Ellis Gretchen J. Berg & Aaron Harberts April 23, 2002 3ADA15 When the gang attempts to return to their normal lives, they soon find that their lives have gotten a lot more complicated, which includes Jesse attempting to come to terms with his newfound knowledge but matters are complicated when he finds himself under FBI scrutiny, and Max's "death" creates a unique situation within the alien authority structure, resulting in a new King...Michael. 59 16 "Crash" Patrick Norris David Simkins April 30, 2002 3ADA16 Michael witnesses a fatal crash between a fighter jet and an alien vessel, and embarks on his own investigation leading to the recovery of an artifact. Meanwhile, Isabel spends the day with her mother, who's harboring a secret agenda and is working with her husband to discover Max & Isabel's secret, which leads to a shocking revelation. 60 17 "Four Aliens and a Baby" William Sadler Russel Friend & Garrett Lerner May 7, 2002 3ADA17 Max's quest to find his son ends with the return of Tess and the baby, and the gang find themselves in danger again while trying to protect the child. Meanwhile, Jesse encourages Isabel to reveal her true origins to her parents, and the elder Evans' provide a way to ensure their grandchild's safety. 61 18 "Graduation" Allison Leddi-Brown Jason Katims & Ronald D. Moore May 14, 2002 3ADA18 As their high school graduation approaches, the gang must come to terms with their expectations for the future, while joining together to thwart the FBI when they discover that several members of the group are under surveillance. Meanwhile, Liz begins exhibiting even more alien-like powers, that cause her to see visions of their future - including their deaths. References
- ^ "Roswell: Series Pilot". TigerDirect News. 1999-10-06. http://news.tigerdirect.com/1999/10/06/roswell-series-pilot/. Retrieved 2008-06-19.
External links
- Roswell at the Internet Movie Database
- Roswell at TV.com
Roswell Creators Characters Liz Parker · Max Evans · Isabel Evans · Maria DeLuca · Michael Guerin · Alex Whitman · Kyle Valenti · Tess Harding · Sheriff Jim Valenti · Jesse Ramirez · NasedoLocations Related Categories:- Lists of American television series episodes
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