Australian TV · SBS
First Contact: how many seasons and episodes, and where it airs in Australia
Quick answer · Australia
First Contact has 2 seasons and 6 episodes on SBS (2014–2016).
First Contact is an Australian documentary series on SBS, which ran from 2014 to 2016, with 2 seasons and 6 episodes. First Contact has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, December 1, 2016.
First Contact seasons (2 seasons, 6 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | November 18, 2014 | November 20, 2014 |
| Season 2 | 3 | November 29, 2016 | December 1, 2016 |
Original Australian air dates on SBS.
Common questions
How many seasons of First Contact are there?
First Contact has 2 seasons and 6 episodes, first airing on Tuesday, November 18, 2014.
Has First Contact ended?
First Contact has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, December 1, 2016.
What channel is First Contact on in Australia?
First Contact aired on SBS. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in First Contact?
The main cast includes Ray Martin.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved November 4, 2026.