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The Strain

2014–2017 · 4 seasons, 46 episodes · ended

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Seasons and episodes The Strain

Season scores: TMDB, out of 10.

Season 1

2014 · 13 episodes · about 10h · 7.3/10

Still: Night Zero1. Night Zero44 min · 7.1/10

When a plane lands in New York City with everyone on board dead, Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, head of the CDC’s Canary Project, and his team are called upon to investigate. Harlem pawnbroker Abraham Setrakian races to the airport, convinced that what looks at first like a mysterious viral outbreak might be the beginning of something infinitely more sinister.

Still: The Box2. The Box44 min · 6.7/10

The four survivors begin manifesting strange symptoms, but Eph and Nora's attempt to quarantine them is thwarted as the disinformation campaign begins. Meanwhile, in jail, Setrakian receives a surprise visit from an old - a very old - acquaintance.

Still: Gone Smooth3. Gone Smooth44 min · 7.3/10

Eph and Nora fight to save Captain Redfern's life before coming face-to-face with the horrifying effects of the virus. A spike in rat attacks signals Fet that something inexplicable is happening deep below the city. Released from jail, Setrakian begins his own merciless plan to stop the spread of the disease.

Still: It's Not for Everyone4. It's Not for Everyone44 min · 6.9/10

A secret autopsy demonstrates the bizarre progression of the mystery virus, prompting Jim to make a startling confession. Eph and Nora race to find the father of the youngest victim of the plane tragedy, but someone unexpected beats them to it. Ansel, in the grip of disease, takes desperate measures to protect his family.

Still: Runaways5. Runaways44 min · 7.2/10

With Nora gone, Eph reluctantly joins Setrakian's quest in hopes of gathering enough evidence to warrant a citywide quarantine. Fet encounters the unexpected inside the subway tunnels, and a medical emergency threatens Palmer's master plan.

Still: Occultation6. Occultation44 min · 7.3/10

After warning Kelly to leave the city with Zack ahead of the spreading plague, Eph is arrested by the FBI. Eichhorst has one final job for Gus, while Setrakian realizes that the coming eclipse is the tipping point for virus infection and the beginning of the end.

Still: For Services Rendered7. For Services Rendered44 min · 7.6/10

Setrakian, Eph, and Nora formulate a plan to track down the Master using Jim as bait. Eichhorst and Setrakian’s pasts are revealed. At the Luss home, Neeva struggles to protect the children while encountering a mysterious stranger whose help she may not want.

Still: Creatures of the Night8. Creatures of the Night44 min · 7.7/10

After discovering the potency of ultraviolet light against the strigoi, Setrakian gains a new and unlikely disciple. A quick trip to a Brooklyn convenience store turns into a deadly all-night siege.

Still: The Disappeared9. The Disappeared44 min · 6.8/10

Eph races to safeguard his family, only to learn that Kelly is missing. Dutch reveals her role in Palmer’s plan, and Gus is forced to make a difficult decision about Felix.

Still: Loved Ones10. Loved Ones44 min · 7.1/10

Eph investigates Kelly’s disappearance and struggles with what he finds. Dutch pursues a plan to retaliate against Palmer, and Fitzwilliam makes a surprising choice.

Still: The Third Rail11. The Third Rail44 min · 7.4/10

Setrakian leads Eph, Fet and Nora in the hunt for the Master’s lair. Left behind at the pawnshop with Mariela, Zack risks his safety for Mariela's sake.

Still: Last Rites12. Last Rites44 min · 7.6/10

Dutch returns with a plan to broadcast Eph’s warning about the vampiric plague. However, they face a new threat when Eichhorst launches his own attack against the pawn shop. Palmer receives a special visitor, and Gus gears up for the on-coming fight but discovers there’s another mysterious factor involved.

Still: The Master13. The Master44 min · 7.6/10

Eph and Fet recon for an all-out assault that Setrakian assures them will finally kill the Master. Gus aligns himself with a strange new force, one that may swing the fight in an unforeseen direction.

Season summaries4 seasons, 46 episodes

Season 1

2014 · 13 episodes · about 10h · TMDB 7.3

Season one begins the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the CDC Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph and his team wage war for the fate of humanity itself.

Season 2

2015 · 13 episodes · TMDB 6.8

The transformation has begun in season two. New York City is falling to an evil epidemic and no one is coming to its rescue. Its citizens must fight or die. Now Eph and Dr. Martinez concentrate on creating a biological weapon, while Setrakian searches for an ancient book he hopes will reveal the strigoi's history...and possibly a way to kill them.

Season 3

2016 · 10 episodes · TMDB 7.0

New York City is a battleground as humans fight for survival against the vampire apocalypse in season three. Though our heroes achieve small victories, they are not winning the war. Beset by personal conflicts – betrayal, disappointment, paranoia – the group splinters as the Master closes in on executing an irreversible transformation of the world.

Season 4

2017 · 10 episodes · TMDB 7.4

As the final season begins, nine months have passed. The world has fallen into darkness, and the strigoi are in control. The Master and his minions have created an unsettling alliance in “The Partnership.” The majority of humans are now working for the strigoi, operating with a single understanding – collaborate or die. In the face of annihilation…do our heroes have what it takes to save humankind?

Episodes run about 44 min. Last episode: September 17, 2017

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What is it about? The Strain

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.

Genres: sci-fi & fantasy, drama, mystery. Themes: new york city, vampire, outbreak, survival, disease, biting.

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Details The Strain

Poster: The Strain
First episode
July 13, 2014
Last episode
September 17, 2017
Status
ended
Network
FX
Countries
Mexico, United States
Original language
English
Rating
TV-MA
Studios
Mirada, Double Dare You

Frequently asked questions

How many seasons does The Strain have?

4 seasons, 46 episodes. The last episode aired September 17, 2017.

Who’s in The Strain?

Corey Stoll, Kevin Durand, Miguel Gómez, Mía Maestro, David Bradley, Jonathan Hyde, Richard Sammel, Max Charles, Ruta Gedmintas, and Sean Astin. Created by Guillermo del Toro and Carlton Cuse.

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