The Astronaut Wives Club
As America's astronauts were launched on death-defying missions, the lives of their young wives were transformed from military spouses to American royalty.
- Metascore60
- 2015-2015
- 1 season
- ABC
- Drama
- TV-PG
As America's astronauts were launched on death-defying missions, the lives of their young wives were transformed from military spouses to American royalty.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2015
Episode 1
Launch
Thu, Jun 18, 2015 43 mins
When NASA chooses seven men to be the first Americans in space, their wives become American royalty.
Episode 2
Protocol
Thu, Jun 25, 2015 43 mins
Louise and Alan bask in his mission's success; Betty prepares for Gus' launch.
Episode 3
Retroattitude
Thu, Jul 2, 2015 41 mins
As Scott prepares for his launch, Rene gets to tell her story in a magazine interview.
Episode 4
Liftoff
Thu, Jul 9, 2015 41 mins
Deke and Marge embrace new roles; things start to thaw between Gordo and Trudy.
Episode 5
Flashpoint
Thu, Jul 16, 2015 43 mins
Trudy learns that efforts are being made to quash a burgeoning astronaut training program for women.
Episode 6
In the Blind
Thu, Jul 23, 2015 43 mins
Astronaut John Glenn runs for Ohio senate; A personal matter threatens Alan Shepherd's career.
Episode 7
Rendezvous
Thu, Jul 30, 2015 43 mins
With the launch of the Gemini missions and the Apollo program's progress, pressure on the wives grows; Marilyn Lovell conceals a pregnancy.
Episode 8
Abort
Thu, Aug 6, 2015 43 mins
Betty is forced to face a grim reality -- and plan for the future -- as she embarks on a battle for justice.
Episode 9
The Dark Side
Thu, Aug 13, 2015 42 mins
Jo redefines her role and priorities as Wally's career at NASA comes to an end; Louise worries about Alan as he considers a risky surgery that will determine his future; Susan is faced with uncertainty.
Episode 10
Landing
Thu, Aug 20, 2015 42 mins
It's 1969, and Apollo 11's historic moon landing is cause for worldwide celebration and a high point for the Astro-families. The wives are interviewed for a TV documentary on the space program, Gordo is passed over for the next mission, and Trudy faces some big decisions about her personal and professional future. Betty finds a powerful way to honor Gus's legacy and advocate for change.
