TV series
The Strain
2014–2017, English, on FX. Created by Guillermo del Toro & Carlton Cuse.
A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 46
- Episode length
- 44 min
- Status
- Ended in 2017
Worth the Hype
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7.5/10 from 2,076 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S4 E10: The Last Stand
Aired 17 September 2017
Seasons 4
Cast & crew
- Guillermo del ToroCreator
- Carlton CuseCreator
- Corey StollEphraim Goodweather · 46 ep
- Kevin DurandVasiliy Fet · 46 ep
- Miguel GómezGus Elizalde · 46 ep
- David BradleyAbraham Setrakian · 46 ep
- Jonathan HydeEldritch Palmer · 46 ep
- Richard SammelThomas Eichorst · 46 ep
- Max CharlesZach Goodweather · 46 ep
- Ruta GedmintasDutch Velders · 46 ep
- Natalie BrownKelly Goodweather · 46 ep
- Mía MaestroNora Martinez · 26 ep
- Robin Atkin DownesThe Master (voice) · 26 ep
- Rupert Penry-JonesMr. Quinlan · 25 ep
Details
- First aired
- 13 July 2014
- Last aired
- 17 September 2017
- Network
- FX
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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The Strain: quick answers
Is The Strain worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 2,076 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Strain are there?
The Strain has 4 seasons and 46 episodes, about 44 minutes each.
Is The Strain finished?
Yes. The Strain ended in 2017, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch The Strain?
The Strain is streaming on Hulu, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Shudder Apple TV channel.
Is The Strain suitable for kids?
The Strain is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Strain?
If you liked The Strain, try True Blood, The Originals, Tales from the Loop.
Who created The Strain?
The Strain was created by Guillermo del Toro and Carlton Cuse and stars Corey Stoll, Kevin Durand, Miguel Gómez.