Powerless

2017 • NBC
4.1
399 reviews
TV-UNRATED
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Season 1 episodes (12)

1 Wayne or Lose
2/2/17
In a world where humanity must cope with the collateral damage of Super Heroes and SuperVillains, Emily Locke (Vanessa Hudgens) begins her first day as Director of Research & Development for Wayne Security, a subsidiary of Wayne Enterprises that specializes in products that make defenseless bystanders feel a little safer. Full of confidence and big ideas, Emily quickly learns that her expectations far exceed those of her new boss Van Wayne (Alan Tudyk) and officemates, so it will be up to her to lead the team toward their full potential and the realization that you don't need superpowers to be a hero. Danny Pudi, Christina Kirk and Ron Funches also star.
2 Wayne Dream Team
2/9/17
With a new product idea greenlit, Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) tries to get her team inspired but can't seem to break through their obsession with Fantasy Super Hero League. Meanwhile, Van (Alan Tudyk) is on a mission to be included in the Wayne Dream Team photo. Danny Pudi, Christina Kirk and Ron Funches also star. Jennie Pierson recurs.
3 Sinking Day
2/16/17
When the team loses a client due to Van's (Alan Tudyk) incompetence, Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) seeks to clinch a deal with the people of Atlantis. Because of his massive screw up, Van's father (guest star Corbin Bernsen) takes notice and sets him on a patch to redeem himself. Meanwhile, new employee Alex (guest star Matthew Atkinson) starts at the office and Teddy (Danny Pudi) and Ron (Ron Funches) are convinced he is a superhero. Christina Kirk also stars. Jennie Pierson recurs. Corbin Bernsen guest stars.
4 Emily Dates a Henchman
2/23/17
After being urged by her team, Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) sets her sights on the dating world but unknowingly falls for one of the Riddler's henchmen (guest star Robert Buckley). Meanwhile, Teddy (Danny Pudi) and Ron (Ron Funches) find a Batman artifact and discover Van's (Alan Tudyk) superhero fantasy. Christina Kirk also stars. Jennie Pierson recurs.
5 Cold Season
3/9/17
Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) convinces Teddy (Danny Pudi) to enter what she thinks is a gamechanging invention into the Wayne Innovation contest against the elitist engineers of Wayne X, even though he has his doubts. Meanwhile, Van (Alan Tudyk) takes advantage of Ron's (Ron Funches) good nature and has him assemble a toy in hopes of preoccupying his new girlfriend's child. Christina Kirk also stars. Jennie Pierson recurs.
6 I'ma Friend You
3/23/17
When Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) learns that Jackie (Christina Kirk) is in need of some extra cash, she can't help but try and do what she can to help her out. Meanwhile, Van (Alan Tudyk) is on a witch hunt and has his eyes set on Teddy (Danny Pudi), Ron (Ron Funches) and Wendy (Jennie Pierson).
7 Van v Emily: Dawn of Justice
4/6/17
When Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) has to put up a fight to get her own office, she challenges Van (Alan Tudyk) to a competition. Meanwhile, after Teddy's (Danny Pudi) life is saved by Green Fury (guest star Natalie Morales), he goes to great lengths to see her again. Christina Kirk and Ron Funches also star. Jennie Pierson recurs.
8 Green Furious
4/13/17
Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) takes a stand in her first board meeting and must deliver on a big idea with the help of superheroine Green Fury (guest star Natalie Morales). Meanwhile, Teddy (Danny Pudi) tries to find a way to get Green Fury's attention. Elsewhere, Jackie (Christina Kirk) brings her daughter to work but starts to get worried when she bonds with Wendy (Jennie Pierson). Natalie Morales guest stars.
9 Emergency Punch-up
4/20/17
In need of some real R&R, the team gears up to leave for a company retreat when supervillain Dr. Psycho releases a toxic gas in Charm City. Now stuck in the Wayne Security offices, Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) does her best to make the most of a terrible situation. Alan Tudyk, Danny Pudi, Christina Kirk and Ron Funches also star. Jennie Pierson recurs.
10 Van of the Year
9/24/17
Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) deals with Van (Alan Tudyk) stealing credit for her generosity at the office. Meanwhile, Teddy (Danny Pudi) pushes Ron (Ron Funches) to get his new invention to the masses. Christina Kirk also stars. Jennie Pierson recurs.
11 No Consequence Day
9/24/17
In the wake of Lois Lane's death, Ron (Ron Funches) tells the team about a theory where Superman will rewind time to save her and there would be no consequences. Just when everyone starts to take advantage Ron becomes a dog owner, Emily (Vanessa Hudgens) and Wendy (Jennie Pierson) get in trouble with the law, Jackie (Christina Kirk) takes up day drinking, Teddy (Danny Pudi) makes a power move and Van (Alan Tudyk) gives Bruce a piece of his mind things start to go awry when the theory may not be as sound as they were thinking.
12 Win, Luthor, Draw
9/24/17
When an alien attack damages the Gotham headquarters, Chairman West (guest star Adam West) delivers some unfortunate news to Van (Alan Tudyk) and Emily (Vanessa Hudgens). In an effort to save the company, Emily's efficiency may make everyone a target. Meanwhile, Jackie (Christina Kirk) gets a shocking surprise that will change her life. Danny Pudi and Ron Funches also star. Jennie Pierson recurs. Adam West guest stars.

About this show

In a world where humanity must cope with the collateral damage of Super Heroes and villains in battle, Emily Locke (Vanessa Hudgens) works as a Director of Research and Development for Wayne Security, which creates products that make defenseless bystanders feel safer. Full of ideas, Emily learns that you don’t need superpowers to be a hero.

Ratings and reviews

4.1
399 reviews
A Google user
July 21, 2018
A show that found itself a bit too late, and will forever be lost in a "fan favorite" status. The first episode is a forced walk through quicksand as the writing attempts to introduce characters and its plot. Top it off with jokes that try too hard to appeal to everyone and you have a very lackluster start to a show with such a great premise. It would appear that the writing team was censored for greater appeal, and I feel this rocky start is what led to the show's eventual cancellation. The next episode isn't much better, but starting with episode 3 it seems the writing team was finally allowed to be themselves. The humor was unapologetic, the characters finally fell into their roles, and the stories began to provide a better look into the wonderfully whimsical setting. Unfortunately, TV is a warzone these days and the first few episodes usually hold the highest ratings, leading networks to judge a show's success on those numbers alone. This show is a fun, short romp with some rewatch value: assuming you avoid the first ones.
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Felix Ray
December 29, 2021
If you have any love for the DC multiverse, go ahead and spend four dollars, and get the last two amazing episodes, "No Consequence day" and "Win Luthor Draw" and then you can decide if you want the rest. Most of it's cute, but those last two episodes are golden. When you buy TV shows by the episode, whatever you spend comes out of the price for the whole season. I would really love to see these episodes added to HBOMax's DC Universe collection.
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Kelly Nichols
April 7, 2021
Highly underrated! If you have a love of nerdery and a sense of humor, I think you'll love this show. Sooooo good! I'm quite sad it didn't go on longer, but I suppose them's the kicks when you're not a Marvel spin-off or a sexy dating show to appeal to the masses.
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