The Colony is a reality television series that is produced by the Discovery Channel.

The first season had 10 main cast members as well as almost 100 actors who did additional scripted and improvisational work for the show.

[1] The first season was filmed at and around 516 S Anderson St, Los Angeles, CA 90033, and follows ten cast members in an environment that simulates life after the collapse of civilization due to a catastrophic epidemic.

[2] The volunteers tend to many aspects of sustainable living including the essentials: water, electricity, security and food.

Season 2 was filmed at and around 300-498 Southern Place, Chalmette, Louisiana 70043, and follows ten cast members in an environment that simulates life after a global viral outbreak.