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Snowpiercer
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MovieNerd ScoreMore than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, the remnants of humanity inhabit a gigantic, perpetually-moving train that circles the globe as class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out.
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Specials
4 episodes
S0 E1 · Behind The Scenes: The Train
Explore the set of Snowpiercer and learn more about the cars from our Production Designer. Check out this behind-the-scenes video for a virtual tour of the train.
S0 E2 · Behind the Scenes: Class Warfare
Hear Daveed Diggs, Jennifer Connelly, showrunner Graeme Manson and more discuss the themes present on TNT's Snowpiercer - from class warfare to environmental change.
S0 E3 · “‘Twas The Train Before Christmas” by Mr. Wilford
Sean Bean, in character as Mr. Wilford, reads a Christmas story recapping Season 1 of Snowpiercer.
S0 E4 · Behind the Scenes: The Art of the Frozen World
Seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, the remnants of humanity inhabit a perpetually-moving train that circles the globe, where class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out.
Season 1
10 episodes
After an apocalyptic winter consumes the Earth, humanity’s survivors cling to life aboard a purpose-built train, endlessly looping the globe. First class passengers live in luxury, while those in the tail near-starve, until an unexpected murder sees ‘tailie’ detective Layton pulled to the front in order to investigate.
S1 E1 · First, the Weather Changed
A grisly murder stokes class division on Snowpiercer, the Great Ark Train. Melanie Cavill, the powerful head of hospitality, deputizes a dangerous rebel to help solve the killing -- Andre Layton, the world's only surviving homicide detective.
S1 E2 · Prepare to Brace
Layton uses his new position as train detective to investigate the murder while gathering intel for the revolution on the side. Meanwhile, Melanie faces a resource crisis, with potentially drastic consequences for the entire train.
S1 E3 · Access Is Power
Layton descends into the black market with Till, searching for both the killer and a valuable commodity for his revolution. Melanie stages a prize fight to distract the passengers from mounting class tension.
S1 E4 · Without Their Maker
A shocking twist in the murder investigation brings Layton and Till's manhunt to a cat-and-mouse climax. But Layton is getting too close to Melanie's big secret, which may prove the most dangerous game of all.
S1 E5 · Justice Never Boarded
Tensions between Third Class and First Class are boiling as Melanie stages the trial of the Snowpiercer killer. Third Class threatens a work stoppage, demanding representation on the jury, and Melanie makes a fateful decision about which side to favor.
S1 E6 · Trouble Comes Sideways
Hiding out with help from his allies, Layton lays track for revolution and an engineering emergency threatens every soul on Snowpiercer.
S1 E7 · The Universe Is Indifferent
On a divided Snowpiercer, Melanie intensifies her search for Layton while Layton is weaponizing her secret. Third Class faces a reckoning when he presents them with a choice.
S1 E8 · These Are His Revolutions
Revolution has finally come. As Layton leads the lower classes forward in armed rebellion, Melanie's house of cards collapses.
S1 E9 · The Train Demanded Blood
The rebel forces are on their heels when a dangerous foe joins them. A plan is hatched to take the train, but it may destroy them all.
S1 E10 · 994 Cars Long
In the revolution's aftermath, Layton and Melanie realize the greatest threat to their survival is right over their shoulder.
Season 2
10 episodes
In season two, an entirely new power struggle emerges, causing a dangerous rift as people are divided between their loyalty to Layton and to Mr. Wilford, who has a new train, new technology and a game plan that keeps everyone guessing. While Layton battles Wilford for the soul of Snowpiercer, Melanie leads the charge on a shocking new discovery that could change the fate of humanity.
S2 E1 · The Time of Two Engines
Mr. Wilford arrives and threatens Snowpiercer, so Melanie makes a move that can't be undone.
S2 E2 · Smolder to Life
An exchange is made between the two trains, but a far greater revelation might be just over the horizon.
S2 E3 · A Great Odyssey
Melanie embarks on her most dangerous mission yet, while Layton reckons with his personal choices.
S2 E4 · A Single Trade
As the Big Alice crew are granted shore leave on Snowpiercer, Layton and Wilford have differing opinions on the future.
S2 E5 · Keep Hope Alive
Layton and Miss Audrey make a risky play for Big Alice, but Wilford has his own plans.
S2 E6 · Many Miles from Snowpiercer
Melanie fights for survival in treacherous conditions, vying to do what others before her could not.
S2 E7 · Our Answer for Everything
Layton and Till investigate the murders. Wilford leads Miss Audrey down a dark path.
S2 E8 · The Eternal Engineer
An engineering catastrophe on Snowpiercer forces Layton to make a difficult choice, one that might cost him everything.
S2 E9 · The Show Must Go On
Wilford presses forward on his endgame while those who are close with Layton grow anxious to learn their fates; Josie tests her newfound ability.
S2 E10 · Into the White
As the train approaches Melanie's retrieval point, Layton leads a furious attempt to try and pick her up but not without some sacrifices.
Season 3
10 episodes
Season 3 picks up with Layton and his inner circle commanding a small 10-car “pirate train” in search of Melanie and a possible warm location to restart civilization. Meanwhile, back on the train, Mr. Wilford is consolidating power, awaiting Layton’s return.
S3 E1 · The Tortoise and the Hare
While Wilford emphasizes his rule aboard his icy train, Layton's pirate train continues its dangerous quest for warm spots, and comes across something entirely unexpected.
S3 E2 · The Last to Go
Layton goes on the hunt, as Wilford works to boost morale. The resistance discovers a threat that could undermine everything they've worked for.
S3 E3 · The First Blow
It's a game of cat and mouse as both Layton and Wilford vie for the upper hand.
S3 E4 · Bound by One Track
Alex must finally deal with her parental figures as a track obstruction uncovers a painful past.
S3 E5 · A New Life
A series of terrorist attacks threatens to derail Layton and Zarah's big day.
S3 E6 · Born to Bleed
As the bomber is revealed, Layton comes to terms with his past decisions before making an irreversible call.
S3 E7 · Ouroboros
Layton realises some dreams are out of reach. As the rest of the train deals with Layton’s status change, Wilford makes a staggering discovery.
S3 E8 · Setting Itself Right
As the train detours from New Eden, an environmental catastrophe threatens everyone onboard.
S3 E9 · A Beacon for Us All
Reunited with old friends, the train throws a party. Alliances are tested as the truth is finally revealed.
S3 E10 · The Original Sinners
It all comes to a head as old adversaries clash, with New Eden hanging in the balance.