Aliens have invaded the Earth and Ben, a member of the 2nd Massachusetts, is placed in harm's way by someone who he thought he could trust. And when the resistance is trapped in the basement, the situation takes a turn for the worst.

Title from container. DVD release of episodes originally broadcast on television in 2012. Special features: One page at a time: writing the 2nd American Revolution ; the Skitter Evolution ; a fan's perspective: touring the set of Falling skies ; behind the scenes featurettes ; season 2: animated trailer ; season 3 preview ; audio commentaries.

Disc 1.Worlds apart -- Shall we gather at the river -- Compass -- Young bloods. Disc 2. Love and other acts of courage -- Homecoming -- Molon labe. Disc 3. Death march -- The price of greatness -- A more perfect union.