Marcus Cole is a fictional character portrayed by Jason Carter in the TV series Babylon 5.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Matters of Honor (season 3), they were 35 years old.
They appear in 45 episodes out of a total of 110 aired and have accumulated 502 positive votes.
The character of Marcus Cole is mainly associated with Dr. Stephen Franklin, Capt. John Sheridan and Delenn.
Episodes45
Matters of Honor
episode S3.E1 november 1995A small colony is attacked by the Shadows. It's the location of a Ranger training base, Marcus Cole goes to Babylon 5 to get help. Sheridan and Delenn embark on a mission to help the Rangers in the newly built White Star. Meanwhile Earth force sends a representative to find out more about the ship that destroyed Lt. Keffer.
Convictions
episode S3.E2 november 1995A mad bomber is loose on Babylon 5. When they find him, he threatens to detonate the station, if his demands are not met. Meanwhile G'Kar and Londo are trapped in an elevator. Londo wants to work together so they can escape, but G'Kar refuses to aide his nemesis.
A Day in the Strife
episode S3.E3 november 1995Sheridan and Ivanova deal with a dispute with the worker's guild. A probe arrives, and presents the station with a test. If they pass, it promises to share advanced technology. if they fail, the station will be destroyed in a few hours. Garibaldi talks to Franklin about his stim usage.
Passing Through Gethsemane
episode S3.E4 november 1995Kosh's ship arrives at the station bearing a surprise visitor, Lyta Alexander returns after visiting the Vorlon home world. Brother Edward, a monk with Brother Theo visits with Delenn to discuss religion. Soon he begins to hear voices. They discover that Edward is experiencing repressed memories, someone is forcing him to relive past moments. Why would someone make a monk relive such horrors?
Voices of Authority
episode S3.E5 january 1996Sheridan has an interesting time dealing with the new Political Officer stationed by EarthGov. Ivanova and Marcus take the White Star in search of the First Ones.
Dust to Dust
episode S3.E6 february 1996Bester returns to Babylon 5 to stop the flow of Dust, a powerful new drug which can temporarily unlock telepathic powers. But Captain Sheridan and the crew can't risk Bester reading their minds and uncovering their secret Shadow war preparations.
Exogenesis
episode S3.E7 february 1996Marcus and Franklin investigate a series of strange incidents in Downbelow caused by a mysterious parasite.
Messages from Earth
episode S3.E8 february 1996Sheridan discovers a terrifying new alliance between the Shadows and another race.
Point of No Return
episode S3.E9 february 1996Nightwatch takes control of Babylon 5 security. The widow of the former Centauri Emperor visits Londo, and gives Londo and Vir news of their future.
Severed Dreams
episode S3.E10 april 1996When President Clark escalates his brutal repression of the people of the Earth Alliance, Captain Sheridan declares Babylon 5 independent.
Ceremonies of Light and Dark
episode S3.E11 april 1996After severing ties with Earth, the command staff must deal with some unexpected issues. Delenn suggests they go through a Minbari rebirth ceremony. Secrets are revealed, and hidden dangers are revealed as a group loyal to Clark takes Delenn hostage.
Sic Transit Vir
episode S3.E12 april 1996Vir returns to Babylon 5, and meets his fiancée Lyndisty. As he and his bride-to-be get to know each other, a Narn attacks, and takes a blood oath to kill them. The command staff must figure out why someone would want to kill Vir.
A Late Delivery from Avalon
episode S3.E13 april 1996An impressive man in medieval armor arrives on the station, claiming to be King Arthur. Is he the genuine hero, sent by the Vorlons? If not, who is he and what are his secrets?
Ship of Tears
episode S3.E14 april 1996Bester arrives in a Starfury. He wants the crew's help in tracking down weapons, which turns out to be telepaths captured by the Shadows. They discover why the Shadows wanted telepaths for their war.
Interludes and Examinations
episode S3.E15 may 1996Garibaldi tries to get Franklin to face up to his stim usage. Londo waits anxiously for Adira to return. Morden returns first, and manipulates the situation to his advantage. The alliance asks Sheridan to prove he has forces equal to the Shadows before they will commit. Sheridan calls on Kosh for assistance, but Kosh is resistant at first, Kosh finally agrees to help Sheridan, and later pays the price for his involvement.
War Without End: Part One
episode S3.E16 may 1996Jeffrey Sinclair returns to Babylon 5 with a mission: to take Babylon 4 back in time to where it is most needed.
War Without End: Part Two
episode S3.E17 may 1996The mission to send Babylon 4 where it's needed continues. Sinclair's destiny is revealed. Sheridan sees what will happen to Centauri Prime in the future. Zathras explains who the "One" is.
Walkabout
episode S3.E18 september 1996Kosh's replacement arrives. Dr. Franklin falls in love with a singer during his walkabout.
Grey 17 Is Missing
episode S3.E19 october 1996With Sinclair gone, the Rangers need a new leader, and everyone looks to Delenn. But some in the warrior caste will not accept her in this new role, and seek a way to block her. Marcus must stop Neroon from interfering in the ceremony at any cost. Meanwhile, Garibaldi investigates the death of a maintenance worker and a mysterious cult on a section that "vanished."
And the Rock Cried Out, No Hiding Place
episode S3.E20 october 1996Religious leaders gather on Babylon 5 to bring news of events on Earth. Sheridan and Delenn figure out where the Shadows will strike next. G'Kar is captured by Lord Refa on Narn.
Shadow Dancing
episode S3.E21 october 1996Delenn asks the League for ships for a mission, she won't tell them where or when the mission will take place. The League hesitates, but they agree to support her. The fleet manages to prevent an attack by a Shadow Fleet. Franklin finally finds himself, and confronts his inner demons. An unexpected visitor from Sheridan's past arrives.
Z'ha'dum
episode S3.E22 october 1996After his supposedly dead wife Anna turns up very much alive on Babylon 5, Sheridan travels with her to the Shadows' homeworld Z'ha'dum. Secrets are revealed and Kosh's warning that he will die haunts Sheridan.
The Hour of the Wolf
episode S4.E1 november 1996After the incident on Z'ha'dum, Sheridan is presumed dead, Garibaldi is missing and the fragile alliance against the Shadows is crumbling. Londo faces Emperor Cartagia. Babylon 5 is in a holding pattern, waiting for the next shoe to drop.
Whatever Happened to Mr. Garibaldi?
episode S4.E2 november 1996G'Kar finds trouble while searching for Garibaldi. Sheridan hovers between life and death.
The Summoning
episode S4.E3 november 1996A mysterious spacecraft heads towards Babylon 5 as Ivanova and Marcus search for more First Ones to aid in the war.
Falling Toward Apotheosis
episode S4.E4 november 1996Refugees from worlds destroyed by the Vorlons come to Babylon 5 en masse.
The Long Night
episode S4.E5 january 1997Sheridan schemes to lure the Shadows into open warfare with the Vorlons.
Into the Fire
episode S4.E6 february 1997Sheridan has managed to get the Vorlons and Shadows into one sector, where they are not attacking each other directly. He and Delenn lead a fleet into the sector where the source of the conflict is finally revealed, this is the end of the Shadow War.
Epiphanies
episode S4.E7 february 1997Earth prepares to shut down Babylon 5.
The Illusion of Truth
episode S4.E8 february 1997ISN reporters come to Babylon 5 to interview the Command staff, and film them for a documentary. The staff is reluctant at first, but they finally agree.
Atonement
episode S4.E9 february 1997While defending her love for Sheridan to the Minbari, Delenn might be forced to expose an astonishing secret.
Racing Mars
episode S4.E10 april 1997Sheridan clashes with Garibaldi. Franklin and Marcus encounter trouble near the Mars resistance camp.
Lines of Communication
episode S4.E11 april 1997Delenn meets the Drakh for the first time. Stephen and Marcus reach an understanding with the Mars Resistance.
Conflicts of Interest
episode S4.E12 may 1997Ivanova prepares for her first resistance broadcast. Garibaldi is reunited with his former lover Lise Hampton.
Rumors, Bargains and Lies
episode S4.E13 may 1997Delenn meets with Neroon to discuss the war that's torn their planet apart. She proposes a plan but she'll need his support. Sheridan launches an eccentric plan involving misdirection, rumors, etc, to get the League to agree to a new role for the White Star Fleet.
Moments of Transition
episode S4.E14 may 1997The Minbari war between the warrior and the religious castes comes to an end, leading to the formation of a new Grey Council. Bester comes to Babylon 5 to make Lyta an offer. Clark's forces attack a transport convoy carrying thousands of civilians, prompting Sheridan to change strategies.
No Surrender, No Retreat
episode S4.E15 may 1997After Clark's order causes the death of civilians, Sheridan decides it's time to attack Clark's forces directly. First mission is a colony that's being oppressed by some Earth Cruisers. Some in Earth force also distrust Clark, Sheridan might find some allies, amongst those he might be fighting.
Exercise of Vital Powers
episode S4.E16 june 1997Garibaldi meets with his benefactor. He wants to join with Edgar Industries. But his employer wants proof of his commitment. He wants Garibaldi to bring in Sheridan. Meanwhile Franklin finally manages to temporarily revive a telepath that had been captured by the Shadows. He'll need Lyta's help to continue his research.
The Face of the Enemy
episode S4.E17 june 1997Garibaldi sets up Sheridan who is promptly taken into custody by Clark's men. The reason behind Garibaldi's behavior and what happened to him when he disappeared in his Starfury is revealed.
Intersections in Real Time
episode S4.E18 june 1997Sheridan has been captured. Now he's being tortured for information. How long can he hold out?
Between the Darkness and the Light
episode S4.E19 october 1997Garibaldi, now freed of Bester's influence, tries to find allies to free Sheridan. But no one trusts him, not even those who used to call him friend. Now Garbaldi, Franklin, and Lyta try to free Sheridan. Meanwhile Ivanova and Marcus find out Clark has new more powerful ships. They take a contingent of White stars to destroy the new ships, someone will pay a high price for the victory.
Endgame
episode S4.E20 october 1997The battle for Earth concludes as Sheridan leads his forces to Earth to confront Clark's forces in an all out battle. Meanwhile Marcus learns of the alien device Franklin used to heal Garibaldi when he was critically injured. But to save a person's life, someone else must die.
Rising Star
episode S4.E21 october 1997Earth is now free from Clark. Sheridan must now face the new President for his actions. He's forced to resign. Delenn, G'Kar, and Londo offer the Earth President a chance to join the newly formed Inter Stellar Alliance. Garibaldi searches for Lise. Ivanova revives and tries to deal with what her recovery cost someone else.
The Deconstruction of Falling Stars
episode S4.E22 october 1997In the distant future, a man examines key moments in the history of Earth, starting with the formation of the Interstellar Alliance on Babylon 5.
Sleeping in Light
episode S5.E22 november 1998Nearing the end of his 20 year life extension, Sheridan bids his farewells to all his friends and family, while the now obsolete Babylon 5 is prepared for decommissioning.
- Matters of Honor
- Convictions
- A Day in the Strife
- Passing Through Gethsemane
- Voices of Authority
- Dust to Dust
- Exogenesis
- Messages from Earth
- Point of No Return
- Severed Dreams
- Ceremonies of Light and Dark
- Sic Transit Vir
- A Late Delivery from Avalon
- Ship of Tears
- Interludes and Examinations
- War Without End: Part One
- War Without End: Part Two
- Walkabout
- Grey 17 Is Missing
- And the Rock Cried Out, No Hiding Place
- Shadow Dancing
- Z'ha'dum
- The Hour of the Wolf
- Whatever Happened to Mr. Garibaldi?
- The Summoning
- Falling Toward Apotheosis
- The Long Night
- Into the Fire
- Epiphanies
- The Illusion of Truth
- Atonement
- Racing Mars
- Lines of Communication
- Conflicts of Interest
- Rumors, Bargains and Lies
- Moments of Transition
- No Surrender, No Retreat
- Exercise of Vital Powers
- The Face of the Enemy
- Intersections in Real Time
- Between the Darkness and the Light
- Endgame
- Rising Star
- The Deconstruction of Falling Stars
- Sleeping in Light
Best moments10
- Marcus and Franklin investigate a series of strange incidents in Downbelow caused by a mysterious parasite.
- Sheridan clashes with Garibaldi. Franklin and Marcus encounter trouble near the Mars resistance camp.
- With Sinclair gone, the Rangers need a new leader, and everyone looks to Delenn. But some in the warrior caste will not accept her in this new role, and seek a way to block her. Marcus must stop Neroon from interfering in the ceremony at any cost. Meanwhile, Garibaldi investigates the death of a maintenance worker and a mysterious cult on a section that "vanished."
- The battle for Earth concludes as Sheridan leads his forces to Earth to confront Clark's forces in an all out battle. Meanwhile Marcus learns of the alien device Franklin used to heal Garibaldi when he was critically injured. But to save a person's life, someone else must die.
- A small colony is attacked by the Shadows. It's the location of a Ranger training base, Marcus Cole goes to Babylon 5 to get help. Sheridan and Delenn embark on a mission to help the Rangers in the newly built White Star. Meanwhile Earth force sends a representative to find out more about the ship that destroyed Lt. Keffer.
- An impressive man in medieval armor arrives on the station, claiming to be King Arthur. Is he the genuine hero, sent by the Vorlons? If not, who is he and what are his secrets?
- Delenn meets the Drakh for the first time. Stephen and Marcus reach an understanding with the Mars Resistance.
- After severing ties with Earth, the command staff must deal with some unexpected issues. Delenn suggests they go through a Minbari rebirth ceremony. Secrets are revealed, and hidden dangers are revealed as a group loyal to Clark takes Delenn hostage.
- Garibaldi, now freed of Bester's influence, tries to find allies to free Sheridan. But no one trusts him, not even those who used to call him friend. Now Garbaldi, Franklin, and Lyta try to free Sheridan. Meanwhile Ivanova and Marcus find out Clark has new more powerful ships. They take a contingent of White stars to destroy the new ships, someone will pay a high price for the victory.
- Earth is now free from Clark. Sheridan must now face the new President for his actions. He's forced to resign. Delenn, G'Kar, and Londo offer the Earth President a chance to join the newly formed Inter Stellar Alliance. Garibaldi searches for Lise. Ivanova revives and tries to deal with what her recovery cost someone else.
- Exogenesis
- Racing Mars
- Grey 17 Is Missing
- Endgame
- Matters of Honor
- A Late Delivery from Avalon
- Lines of Communication
- Ceremonies of Light and Dark
- Between the Darkness and the Light
- Rising Star