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Big Sky

2020·Show
47Episodes in3Seasons·TV-14
IMDb6.8Metacritic546.3Rotten Tomatoes–47%
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Where to watch

Hulu

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Big Sky fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure Escapism

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Episode ratings

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About

Welcome to the scenery of the crime.

Private detective Cassie Dewell partners with ex-cop Jenny Hoyt on a search for two sisters who have been kidnapped by a truck driver on a remote highway in Montana. When they discover that these are not the only girls who have disappeared in the area, they must race against the clock to stop the perpetrator before another woman is taken.
Gritty Crime ThrillerSerial Killer MysteryFemale-Led InvestigationRural NoirHigh-Stakes ProceduralDarker Themes of TraffickingSuspenseful PacingMontana Landscape as CharacterProcedural Drama

Crew

Directed by:
Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Jeff T. Thomas, Michael Goi
Written by:
Elwood Reid, Annakate Chappell, Sharon Lee Watson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Big Sky

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Big Sky legally?

Hulu

Big Sky is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Big Sky worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Big Sky rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagerySexual content

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, disturbing imagery, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Big Sky have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 47 episodes of about 43 minutes each.

Is Big Sky based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Big Sky?

Critics54
Audiences59

Yes. Critics average 54 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see Big Sky much the same way.

When did Big Sky air?

It ran from 2020 to 2023 and has ended.

What language is Big Sky in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Big Sky?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Big Sky in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Big Sky use?

Shameful StripDecoy ProtagonistBullying a DragonFirst-Episode TwistDirty CopWe Used to Be FriendsLima SyndromeHuman TraffickersRed Oni, Blue OniScrew the Rules, I Have Connections!Politically Incorrect VillainWham Shotand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Big Sky, including Shameful Strip, Decoy Protagonist, Bullying a Dragon.