Born witches. Made warriors.
Original title
Motherland: Fort Salem
Released
3/18/2020
Origin country
US
Genre
Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Production companies
Gary Sanchez Productions, Hyperobject Industries, Freeform Studios
Status
Ended
Number of seasons
3
Number of episodes
30
Set in an alternate America where witches ended their persecution over 300 years ago by cutting a deal with the government to fight for their country, the series follows three young women from basic training in combat magic into early deployment.
Find out how creator and executive producer Eliot Laurence came up with the show's concept.
Find out more about the world building in the second episode of this brand new series.
Demetria McKinney, Lyne Renée and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Biddies, the Hague and General Alder & Anacostia's relationship in the third episode of Motherland: After the Storm.
Amalia Holm, Taylor Hickson, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss the enigma and motivations surrounding Scylla, as well as the role of the LGBTQ+ experience in Motherland.
Ashley Nicole Williams and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss the force of nature that is the Bellweather family, that epic mother-daughter fight scene, and Abigail's dark realizations in episode 5.
Taylor Hickson and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss how the Unit has changed since the events of the wedding, the mystery surrounding the Tarim, and what the future may hold for Raylla.
Amalia Holm, Lyne Renée and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss the thrilling interrogation scene between Scylla and General Alder, Raelle's growing powers, and Alder's perceived grip on authority.
Ashley Nicole Williams and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss the dramatic events of Citydrop, a breaking point for Raylla, and Abigail's dilemma in episode 8.
Demetria McKinney and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss General Alder's unruly actions and Scylla's motivation in episode 9.
Taylor Hickson, Jessica Sutton, Ashley Nicole Williams and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss how Raelle, Abigail and Tally have grown and how emotional it was to film the final scenes of the season.
Jessica Sutton, Lyne Renée and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Penelope Silver, unbiddying and the return of the Camarilla.
Demetria McKinney and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Mothertongue, off Canon work, and the changing relationship between Anacostia and Scylla.
Taylor Hickson, Ashley Nicole Williams, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss this period of reinvention for the Unit, handfasting and the Mycelium.
Amalia Holm and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss the search for new witches, the "Not Our Daughters" movement and Scylla & Raelle's run-in.
Demetria McKinney, Amalia Holm, Ashley Nicole Williams, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss what makes the Camarilla so horrifying and why Samhain is a sacred time for witches.
Taylor Hickson, Ashley Nicole Williams, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Biddieship, Raelle’s upbringing in the Chippewa Cession and Abigail’s unique family dynamic.
Taylor Hickson, Amalia Holm, Ashley Nicole Williams, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Willa’s hear-breaking sacrifice, Raelle and Scylla’s turbulent relationship, and Abigail’s emotional growth.
Taylor Hickson, Amalia Holm, Jessica Sutton, and creator Eliot Laurence discuss the changing relationship between Tally and Alder, Scylla and Raelle reconnecting, and Nicte's delusions.
Lyne Renée, Jessica Sutton, Demetria McKinney, and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss Sarah Alder’s duel with Tally, her decision to step down as head of the Army, and her heart-breaking origin story.
Ashley Nicole Williams, Jessica Sutton, Taylor Hickson, Lyne Renée, and creator Eliot Laurence discuss the evolution of the Unit’s unique abilities, the devastating consequences of revolution, and their hopes for the future of their characters. English
Taylor Hickson, Ashley Nicole Williams, Jessica Sutton and Creator Eliot Laurence discuss what’s in store for each character as the series enters its thrilling final chapter.
Taylor Hickson gives us a glimpse into what it means to play Raelle Collar and reveals the extreme obstacle she faced when filming season 3.
Lyne Reneé says an emotional goodbye to her character, Sarah Alder, and discusses Alder's exciting new journey in season 3.
Demetria McKinney discusses her determination to show the full complexity of Anacostia Quartermain and the joy she took in bringing her character to life.
Jessica Sutton reflects on her incredible experience playing the inquisitive, fierce, and discerning character Tally Craven. English
Amalia Holm reminisces on her time playing Scylla Ramshorn and how Scylla's relationship with Raelle has impacted her, both on and off-screen.
Ashley Nicole Williams discusses the life-changing experience of playing Abigail Bellweather, admiring the relationships she has developed with cast members over the seasons.
The cast and crew discuss the emotional experience of bringing together the storylines of Motherland: Fort Salem's penultimate episode.
The cast and crew reflect on the incredibly emotional experience of bringing Motherland: Fort Salem to an end, especially for Demetria McKinney’s character, Anacostia.
Set in an alternate America where witches ended their persecution nearly 300 years ago by cutting a deal with the U.S. government to fight for their country, “Motherland: Fort Salem” follows three young women from basic training in combat magic into early deployment.
Set in an alternate America where witches ended their persecution over 300 years ago by cutting a deal with the burgeoning government to fight for their country, the series follows three young women from basic training in combat magic into early deployment. In this world, the traditional roles of gender and power are flipped, with the more dominant women on the front lines fighting looming terrorist threats that are familiar to our world, but with supernatural tactics and weapons.
The unit travels to Salem Town for an annual witch celebration, but an unexpected disturbance throws the proceedings into chaos. Tally wonders if she made the right choice to embark on a military career when witch-hate and her own mother stand in her way. Smarting from Alder’s denial of her request to switch units, Abigail attempts to bury the hatchet with Raelle. Raelle grows closer to Scylla, while the unit impresses Anacostia in Windstrike training.
Fort Salem excitedly greets male visitors on the eve of Beltane, but Raelle and Scylla’s budding romance is interrupted by the arrival of a mysterious man from Scylla’s past. One of the male witches catches Tally’s eye, but she is unsure of how to proceed. Meanwhile, Alder attempts to convince the Hague, an international military council of witches, to follow her strategy against the Spree and is startled by the news of an escalating humanitarian crisis in the Tarim Basin.
The base reels from a traumatic event, while Raelle tries to come to terms with her role in the tragedy. Scylla attempts to evade Raelle’s increasingly pointed questions. Abigail works to impress her formidable rival, Libba. And Tally’s connection with Gerit grows during Beltane, a sacred holiday honoring fertility traditions.
The unit travels off base for the high society wedding of Abigail’s cousin. Raelle throws herself into her relationship with Scylla, who, unbeknownst to Raelle, faces an impossible choice. Abigail becomes disillusioned with her privilege while amongst the notable Bellweather line. And Tally gets hit with two life-altering revelations that change the very fabric of the unit.
Abigail has to come to terms with her vulnerability in the aftermath of a horrific event. Tally struggles with being supportive while also keeping a secret from her unit. Raelle takes extreme measures to connect with Scylla.
Abigail forges a connection with Adil, a new visitor to base camp, and pushes a devastated Raelle to help him save a life. Tally uses Gerit as a distraction from her increasingly burdensome secrets. Anacostia probes into Scylla’s past.
The witches’ training culminates at City Drop, their final training exercise. Devastating secrets come to light, splintering the unit and forcing Tally to question her blind trust. A looming Spree threat changes the course of the cadets’ lives.
In the aftermath of Citydrop, the unit comes closer together, while their distrust of Alder grows. Abigail is faced with eulogizing a fallen soldier, while Tally learns something new about Gerit. Anacostia grants one last favor to Scylla.
Raelle, Abigail, and Tally graduate from Basic Training making Abigail more desperate than ever to prove her unit belongs in War College. Alder eyes the unit for a rescue mission while Anacostia and Scylla find common ground. Season finale.
Raelle, Tally and Abigail confront higher stakes, dangerous magic and a new threat from an ancient group of witch hunters, The Camarilla. Their training is intensified when they are promoted to attend War College, where their magic, relationships and beliefs will be pushed to the limits. While General Alder seeks out new witches to join the wars to come, The Spree and the Army learn their fight may no longer be with one another.
Despite the threat of the Camarilla, the discovery of new witches gives Alder hope; Tally struggles with her role as a Biddy; Raelle and Abigail return to Fort Salem with their mysterious new abilities.
The Unit begins War College, introducing them to their Coven and new challenges; Anacostia and Scylla find themselves unlikely partners in a dangerous mission; Tally mentors a new recruit.
Raelle prepares to show her ability to the top brass, while Abigail struggles with her new role. Tally begins to question her unsettling dreams. Anacostia and Scylla form a plan to infiltrate the enemy further.
Anti-witch sentiment boils over as the Unit defends the first witch testing center at its grand opening. Anacostia and Scylla go undercover to follow the Camarilla.
The Unit competes for a chance to commune with the dead during Samhain. Scylla and Anacostia search for Camarilla leadership by attending a Halloween gala and make a horrifying discovery.
Raelle brings Tally home to the Cession, where they struggle with the past. Abigail is confronted with pressure from her family when Adil accompanies her home.
Raelle fights for her life, just as the Army and Spree converge on a secret Camarilla stronghold. Abigail and Adil’s mission for vengeance escalates.
Tally leads the unit on a mind-bending mission to find Nicte Batan – but is the unit strong enough to withstand Nicte’s defenses?
Distrust in Alder grows as Tally and Abigail pressure those in power for changes. Raelle gains a deeper understanding of the Mycelium and its purpose for her.
The Camarilla brings the fight to Fort Salem. Raelle, Abigail, Tally and their allies are forced to make impossible, world-changing choices.
Without a military nor a home, Abigail, Tally, Raelle and Scylla seek protection alongside the Dodger community in the Cession — but laying low and staying out of trouble has never been their strong suit. With witch hunters working against them from inside the White House, our heroes must call upon ancient forces in the final battle for their right to exist.
After being blamed for the death of the vice president's daughter, the witches leave the army behind and become fugitives - but staying out of trouble is never easy. While Raelle and Scylla enjoy their reunion, Nicte tempts Tally with a new power.
The group seeks sanctuary in the mysterious Cession. The Unit learns the Camarilla is directly targeting the Mycelium, inspiring them to strike back. Petra and Anacostia work to determine President Wade's allegiance.
With the Cession Marshal on their heels, the Unit splits up. Scylla and Nicte attempt to draw the Marshal away while Tally, Abigail and Adil meet an old ally. President Wade’s political stance puts her in danger.
The Unit spends the Yule holiday plotting their next steps. Alder seeks out another steward of the First Song. Hearst, President Silver and Kara Brandt celebrate a victory.
The Council of the Great River convenes to hear the Unit’s testimony and decide whether to extradite them back to the U.S. Abigail attempts to convey the dangers of the Camarilla’s influence, and Tally ponders if the future is written in stone.
Tally reunites with her mother and finds a reason to keep fighting. Abigail and Adil return to Fort Salem to find their home has changed. Scylla and Edwin work together in attempt to reach Raelle. Anacostia and Sterling plot an escape.
Allies converge to protect the Cession from occupation. The Camarilla march on the Cession, ready to invade under the guise of smoking out our fugitives. Tally and Scylla team up while Abigail, Adil and Anacostia seek out President Wade.
The Unit races to rescue a captured ally. Alder and Tally journey to retrieve the penultimate piece of the First Song. Fort Salem finds itself under Camarilla’s control.
Abigail, Raelle, Tally, and Scylla speak out against the Camarilla during a trial leveled against all witches – will it be enough to turn the tide? Even in the darkest moments, joy is found.
In a climactic battle, the Unit and its allies team up to fight the Camarilla. Alder races across the world to find the final piece of the First Song.
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