Timeless
Action & AdventureCreated by Eric Kripke, Shawn Ryan
Number of seasons 2
Number of episodes 26
First air date 2016-10-03
Last air date 2018-12-20
Vote average 7.254
A mysterious criminal has stolen a highly advanced, secret time machine with dangerous intentions. His goal is to alter key moments in history to lead to the destruction of America as it is known today. This act of temporal sabotage threatens to unleash chaos that could reshape the world’s future, making the situation incredibly urgent and precarious.
In response to this peril, an unlikely team is assembled to confront the threat. The team comprises a scientist who is familiar with the workings of the time machine, a soldier with tactical expertise and combat experience, and a history professor who possesses extensive knowledge about past events. Together, they are tasked with using the prototype of the stolen device to travel back to critical moments in history to prevent the criminal's plans from taking effect.
The team faces the immense challenge of navigating the delicate nature of time travel. They must be extremely careful to avoid altering the past in unintended ways, which could cause even greater problems in the future. Every decision they make carries significant weight, and they need to work in perfect coordination to ensure they do not disrupt the historical timeline while trying to stop the criminal.
Simultaneously, they are under constant threat from the fugitive, who is determined to prevent any interference and will stop at nothing to achieve his destructive goals. The criminal's knowledge of the time machine and his cunning make him a formidable foe, forcing the team to stay alert and adapt quickly to the unpredictable dangers of their mission. This cat-and-mouse chase across different eras adds a layer of tension and complexity to their quest.
Ultimately, the success of their mission hinges on their ability to uncover the motives and identity of the criminal, understand the true nature of his plans, and outsmart him while preserving the integrity of history. The stakes could not be higher—failing to stop the criminal could mean irreversible damage to the fabric of time and the future of their nation. As they race against time itself, their hope remains in uncovering the truth and preventing disaster before it is too late.