TV series
The Essex Serpent
2022, English, on Apple TV.
Love is the greatest mystery.
London widow Cora Seaborne moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms a surprising bond of science and skepticism with the local vicar—but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 54 min
- Status
- Ended in 2022
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Essex Serpent
The Essex Serpent is streaming on Apple TV in India.
Apple TV
Apple TV Amazon ChannelAvailability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E6: Surfacing
Aired 10 June 2022
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Claire DanesCora Seaborne · 6 ep
- Tom HiddlestonWill Ransome · 6 ep
- Frank DillaneDr Luke Garrett · 6 ep
- Clémence PoésyStella Ransome · 6 ep
- Hayley SquiresMartha · 6 ep
- Gerard KearnsHenry Banks · 6 ep
- Michael JibsonMatthew Evansford · 6 ep
- Caspar GriffithsFrankie Seaborne · 6 ep
- Dixie EgerickxJo Ransome · 6 ep
- Ryan ReffellJohn Ransome · 6 ep
- Lily-Rose AslandogduNaomi Banks · 5 ep
- Robin BerryJonah · 5 ep
Details
- First aired
- 13 May 2022
- Last aired
- 10 June 2022
- Network
- Apple TV
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- U/A 16+
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
What The Essex Serpent is based on
The Essex Serpent is based on The Essex Serpent, a 2016 novel by Sarah Perry.
Novel · 2016
The Essex Serpent
By Sarah Perry
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
If you liked The Essex Serpent
Penny Dreadful
TV · 2014 · 7.8/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Survivors
TV · 2025 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Dracula
TV · 2020 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
And Then There Were None
TV · 2015 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Behind Her Eyes
TV · 2021 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Desperate Romantics
TV · 2009 · 7.4/10
NewRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Girlfriend
TV · 2025 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
True Blood
TV · 2008 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Killing Eve
TV · 2018 · 7.9/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
FROM
TV · 2022 · 8.5/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Essex Serpent: quick answers
Is The Essex Serpent worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Essex Serpent are there?
The Essex Serpent has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 54 minutes each.
Is The Essex Serpent finished?
Yes. The Essex Serpent ended in 2022, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Essex Serpent on?
The Essex Serpent is streaming on Apple TV in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
The Essex Serpent parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Essex Serpent is rated U/A 16+. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Essex Serpent?
If you liked The Essex Serpent, try Penny Dreadful, The Survivors, Dracula.
What is The Essex Serpent based on?
The Essex Serpent is based on The Essex Serpent, a 2016 novel by Sarah Perry.