How the 2009 TV Series V Mirrors Our Era: Parallels Between Scripture and Today

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Introduction

My husband and I love science fiction movies and came across the 2009 TV series “V.” We started watching the episodes and fast-forwarded through the Christian-inappropriate scenes. The action was fast-paced and exciting. We enjoyed the series completely until the last episode. The series ends with evil prevailing over good. Had the series not been cancelled, it appeared the writer’s intent was for humanity to win in the end.

I found it intriguing that the show’s theme seemed to reflect patterns found in Scripture relating to Satan’s tactics, Bible prophecy, and the end times.

Prophetic Patterns — Signs in the Sky

In the first episode of “V” (2009), massive alien ships suddenly appear across 29 major cities, creating global awe and fear. The Biblical parallel to this is the following passage.

Luke 21:25–26, KJV — And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring;

Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.

Both depict heavenly phenomena that shake humanity and signal a transformational moment in world history.

Deception in the Form of Beauty

The “Visitors” (aliens in spaceships hovering over the cities) look perfectly human, beautiful, calm, trustworthy — but their appearance is a façade hiding a predatory nature. (And boy, are they predatory!

Spoiler alert: They are lizards covered with human skin with retracted, huge, sharp teeth and a hidden spiked tail. The Biblical parallel to this is in this passage.

2 Corinthians 11:14, KJV — And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.

Both accounts emphasize that evil often disguises itself in beauty, and discernment is required to recognize truth beneath appearances. This is exactly how Satan operates.

False Peace as a Tool of Control

The “Visitors” offer medical cures, clean energy, and promise global unity. “Peace” is used not as salvation, but as sedation — a strategic cover for domination. Anna leads the aliens, who have a secret agenda (to enhance their race by extracting DNA from humans). This false peace is parallel to the following.

1 Thessalonians 5:3, KJV — For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

Global Admiration of a Charismatic Leader

Anna, the Visitor Queen, becomes a worldwide icon of hope and unity. The Biblical parallel to this is in the book of Revelation.

Revelation 13:3–4, KJV — And I saw one of his heads as it were wounded to death; and his deadly wound was healed: and all the world wondered after the beast. And they worshipped the dragon which gave power unto the beast: and they worshipped the beast, saying, Who is like unto the beast? who is able to make war with him?

Both narratives portray the rise of a universally adored figure whose charisma masks darker intentions.

Dependence on Miraculous Gifts

Humanity becomes increasingly reliant on Visitor technology for health, energy, and social stability. The parallel here is the economic and social dependence on the Beast system, which will occur during the Tribulation. Whether economic or technological, dependency deepens allegiance, making resistance difficult and costly.

Revelation 13:16–17, KJV — And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand, or in their foreheads: And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name.

Hidden Identity Revealed

The truth about the Visitors as reptiles disguised as humans is revealed only gradually. This theme of a hidden predatory nature mirrors Jesus’ warning about wolves disguised as sheep.

Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. Matthew 7:15, KJV

Infiltration of Societal Structures

The Visitors infiltrate governments, media networks, youth groups, and religious institutions. Scripture often depicts evil powers as operating subtly within existing structures rather than through obvious conquest.

Daniel 8:25 — “He will cause deceit to prosper… and will destroy many by peace.”2 Thessalonians 2:7 — “The mystery of lawlessness is already at work…”

Manipulation of Truth and Propaganda

The Visitors control media broadcasts, shape narratives, and suppress negative information about them. The Scriptures below highlight the danger of truth being replaced with spectacle, narrative, or propaganda.

Revelation 13:11–14 — the False Prophet deceives the world with “great signs” and persuasive speech.Isaiah 5:20 — “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil.”

A Faithful Remnant

A small resistance — humans and a small number of Visitors who have defected, reject the deception and work to expose the truth. These Scriptures parallel this idea.

Revelation 12:17 — the dragon wages war against “the remnant… who keep God’s commandments.”1 Kings 19:18 — a remnant remains faithful despite widespread compromise.

In both settings, truth survives through a small, often overlooked group who, at great personal cost, refuse to bow to the dominant narrative.

War Behind the Veil

As in reality, the true conflict is unseen — psychological, spiritual, ideological — manifesting physically only after deception fails. This is clearly seen in the Scriptures below.

Ephesians 6:12 — “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against… spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”Revelation 12:7–9 — a heavenly war with earthly consequences. Both worlds present dual-layer warfare: visible events shaped by invisible, deeper conflicts.

The Unmasking at the End

The truth about the hostile intent of the Visitors spreads throughout the world thanks to the work of the underground group, the “Fifth Column”. Finally, the Visitors reveal their hostile intentions openly; the façade gives way to reality. Here is the Biblical parallel to this.

2 Thessalonians 2:8 — “Then the lawless one will be revealed…”Revelation 17:16 — alliances collapse as the true motives of the Antichrist surface.

Prophecy describes a future moment when deception collapses, and the nature of evil becomes unmistakably clear — just as in V when the “benevolence” unravels.

True Light Versus False Light

The Visitors’ ships glow brilliantly, symbolizing enlightenment and salvation — but the light is artificial and deceptive. It contrasts with the scriptural concept of true, divine light — a recurring prophetic theme.

John 1:9 — “The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world.”

2 Corinthians 4:6 — the true light is from God’s glory, not manufactured illusions.

Conclusion

The 2009 TV series “V” reflects biblical prophetic themes by showing:

• deceptive appearances

• false peace

• charismatic leadership

• dependence as control

• infiltration of systems

• chosen remnant

• unveiling of hidden evil

• a cosmic struggle behind visible events

  
  

I am not claiming that this TV series is prophetic. I’m demonstrating how comparing the themes of this show with Scripture can serve as a teaching tool for discernment, spiritual vigilance, and the power of Biblical truth.

© Debra Hodges