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Smother

2021·Show
18Episodes in3Seasons
IMDb6.6
Episode ratings

Where to watch

PeacockPeacock Premium+

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Smother fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace5
  • Violence4

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity4

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

On the rugged coast of County Clare, Val Ahern's husband is found dead at the foot of a cliff the morning after a family party. The matriarch starts to dig into the family's secrets to find out who might be responsible.
Irish MysteryFamily SecretsContemporary DramaWhodunitPsychological ThrillerCoastal SettingIntriguing CharactersBetrayal & DeceitSlow Burn Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Dathaí Keane
Written by:
Kate O'Riordan, Tom Farrelly, Ursula Rani Sarma
Produced by:
Dermot Horan, Rebecca O'Flanagan, Robert Walpole

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Smother

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Smother legally?

PeacockPeacock Premium+

Smother is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Smother worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Smother rated?

ViolenceSexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.

How many seasons does Smother have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 18 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did Smother air?

It ran from 2021 to 2023 and has ended.

What language is Smother in?

EnglishPortuguese

It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Smother?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Smother in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Smother use?

Bitch in Sheep's ClothingJerk with a Heart of GoldThe Un-FavoriteIt's All About MeAsshole VictimAin't Too Proud to BegDomestic Abuse

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Smother, including Bitch in Sheep's Clothing, Jerk with a Heart of Gold, The Un-Favorite.