Babylon 5 (1994)
Kernel Score: 89% · 581 ratings
Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure
First aired: 1994-01-26
Seasons: 5 · 110 episodes
Where to watch Babylon 5
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
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.
Babylon 5 parents' guide: ages 10+
Parents need to know that Babylon 5 is a space opera with wars, prophecy, and telepathy themes suitable for tweens and up.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Future war and space battles occur but the show emphasizes diplomacy over graphic violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Bruce Boxleitner as John Sheridan
- Jerry Doyle as Michael Garibaldi
- Mira Furlan as Delenn
- Richard Biggs as Stephen Franklin
- Andreas Katsulas as G'Kar
- Peter Jurasik as Londo Mollari
- Stephen Furst as Vir Cotto
- Bill Mumy as Lennier
- Tracy Scoggins as Elizabeth Lochley
- Patricia Tallman as Lyta Alexander
Babylon 5 FAQ
Is Babylon 5 good?
Babylon 5 has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 581 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Babylon 5?
In the US you can buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Babylon 5 OK for kids?
Babylon 5 is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 10+. Parents need to know that Babylon 5 is a space opera with wars, prophecy, and telepathy themes suitable for tweens and up.
What shows are like Babylon 5?
If you liked Babylon 5, try Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Stargate Atlantis, Firefly and Star Trek: Voyager.