The Astronaut Wives Club

- Season 1

(2015)

When NASA chooses seven men to be the first Americans in space, their wives become American royalty.

Louise and Alan bask in his mission's success; Betty prepares for Gus' launch.

As Scott prepares for his launch, Rene gets to tell her story in a magazine interview.

Deke and Marge embrace new roles; things start to thaw between Gordo and Trudy.

Trudy learns that efforts are being made to quash a burgeoning astronaut training program for women.

Astronaut John Glenn runs for Ohio senate; A personal matter threatens Alan Shepherd's career.

With the launch of the Gemini missions and the Apollo program's progress, pressure on the wives grows; Marilyn Lovell conceals a pregnancy.

Betty is forced to face a grim reality -- and plan for the future -- as she embarks on a battle for justice.

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.

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.