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The Strain

2014–2017 Drama • Mystery • Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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.

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Overview

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.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
4
Total Episodes
46
First Air Date
Sep 26, 2012
Most Recent Air Date
Sep 17, 2017
Network / Platform
Disney Plus
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.
  • Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Rating
24.9
Seasons
4
Episodes
46

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Metadata

Seasons

Season 1

2014 • 13 episodes

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Season 2

2015 • 13 episodes

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Season 3

2016 • 10 episodes

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Season 4

2017 • 10 episodes

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