Carnivàle
Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between good and evil and the struggle between free will and destiny; the storyline mixes Christian theology with gnosticism and Masonic lore, particularly that of the Knights Templar.
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Overview
Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between good and evil and the struggle between free will and destiny; the storyline mixes Christian theology with gnosticism and Masonic lore, particularly that of the Knights Templar.
Series Snapshot
- Status
- Released
- Total Seasons
- 2
- Total Episodes
- 24
- First Air Date
- Sep 14, 2003
- Most Recent Air Date
- Mar 27, 2005
- Network / Platform
- Crave
- Original Language
- en-US
Themes
Tone & Style
- High-tension tone with suspense-forward storytelling.
- World-building and concept-heavy arcs are central to the experience.
- Compact season structure keeps the narrative focused and fast-moving.
- Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.
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Creators & Cast
Main cast:
- Rating
- 9.8
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 24
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