Babylon 5 (1994)
An epic space station drama unfolds with intimate character arcs and suspenseful, atmospheric conflicts.
Babylon 5 is a five-mile long space station located in neutral space. Built by the Earth Alliance in the 2250s, its goal is to maintain peace among the various alien races by providing a sanctuary where grievances and negotiations can be worked out among duly appointed ambassadors. A council made up of representatives from the five major space-faring civilizations - the Earth Alliance, Minbari Federation, Centauri Republic, Narn Regime, and Vorlon Empire - work with the League of Non-Aligned Worlds to keep interstellar relations under control. Aside from its diplomatic function, Babylon 5 also serves as a military post for Earth and a port of call for travelers, traders, businessmen, criminals, and Rangers.
How intense is Babylon 5?
Babylon 5 has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-PG.
What Babylon 5 feels like
- Tone
- epicintimatesuspensefulatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Babylon 5
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Babylon 5 for you?
Is Babylon 5 scary?
No. Babylon 5 is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Babylon 5 gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Babylon 5 sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Babylon 5 OK for kids?
It is rated TV-PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is Babylon 5?
Episodes run about 45m.
Where can I stream Babylon 5?
Babylon 5 is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
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