The fight for Earth reaches a critical turning point in the next chapter of Apple TV+’ hit sci-fi series. Invasion Season 3 Episode 9, titled “Homecoming,” is set to premiere this week, bringing with it shocking revelations and escalating conflicts that will change the course of the war.
Fans have followed Mitsuki’s dangerous journey into the alien “Dead Zone” and Trevante’s struggle with his past. This new episode promises to bring these stories to a head. The official plot synopsis teases major developments: “Trevante’s memories return and reveal a shocking truth. Mitsuki wrestles with doubts about the aliens. The WDC and Infinitas go to war.” As the season nears its end, the pieces are finally falling into place for an explosive finale.
How to Watch Invasion Season 3 Episode 9 Worldwide
“Homecoming” will be released exclusively on Apple TV+ on Friday, October 17, 2025. New episodes of the show always go live at the same time globally, though the local time will vary.
For most viewers, the episode will be available to stream from 12:00 AM Pacific Time (PT). This translates to the following times in other major regions:
- 3:00 AM Eastern Time (ET) on October 17
- 8:00 AM British Summer Time (BST) on October 17
- 9:00 AM Central European Summer Time (CEST) on October 17
The show is a global exclusive on Apple TV+, which is available in over 100 countries. A subscription to the service costs $12.99 per month in the US, but new users can sign up for a 7-day free trial to watch the episode. All previous episodes of the season are already on the platform for catching up.
What to Expect in Episode 9 “Homecoming”
The upcoming episode is positioned as a major pivot point in the season’s story. The creator of the show, Simon Kinberg, has previously described this season as a “low-key Avengers” arc, where the main characters’ separate storylines finally come together.
The official plot details point to three major storylines. First, Trevante Cole’s returning memories are set to unveil a secret that could change his understanding of the invasion. Meanwhile, Mitsuki Yamato, after her unexpected encounter with the injured “gardener” alien in Episode 8, will continue to question everything she believed about the extraterrestrial threat. Her journey into the Dead Zone to nuke the alien clan has taken a dramatic turn, forcing her to see the invaders in a new light.
Finally, the conflict between the human factions intensifies as the official world defense force, the WDC, and the secretive organization Infinitas enter into an open war. This follows the major betrayal in Episode 5 where Infinitas leader Marilyn Tanner killed WDC director Jack Hollander.
The Cast Bringing the Invasion to Life
The international ensemble cast returns for this intense episode. The main actors include:
- Shamier Anderson as Trevante Cole
- Golshifteh Farahani as Aneesha Malik
- Shioli Kutsuna as Mitsuki Yamato
- India Brown as Jamila Huston
- Billy Barratt as Caspar Morrow
- Enver Gjokaj as Clark Evans
- Shane Zaza as Nikhil Kapur
They are joined by Erika Alexander, who plays Verna Mae Potter, a new series regular for this season. The show’s creator has mentioned that he originally envisioned a four-season arc for the story, with season three focusing on the all-out war against the aliens.
With only two episodes left in the season after this one, “Homecoming” is set to raise the stakes dramatically. The battle lines are being drawn, both against the alien forces and among the surviving humans, setting the stage for what promises to be a gripping season finale on October 24.
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