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Underbelly

2008·Show
68Episodes in6Seasons·NR
IMDb8.0Metacritic–8.8
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Underbelly fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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Episode ratings

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About

Underbelly is an Australian television true crime-drama series, each series is a stand alone story based on real-life events.
Australian True Crime DramaGritty Underworld RealismBiographical Gangster SagaIntense Police ProceduralSocietal Corruption CritiqueVisceral ViolenceComplex Character StudiesHigh-Stakes TensionMoral AmbiguityCultural Impact

Crew

Directed by:
Tony Tilse, Shawn Seet, David Caesar
Written by:
Felicity Packard, Peter Gawler, Kris Mrksa
Produced by:
Greg Haddrick, Brenda Pam

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Underbelly

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Underbelly worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Underbelly rated?

NRViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Underbelly have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 68 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Is Underbelly based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Underbelly air?

It ran from 2008 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is Underbelly in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, Ireland.

In how many countries can I watch Underbelly?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Underbelly in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Underbelly use?

Drives Like Crazy"Eureka!" MomentCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveAx-CrazyTeam Power WalkDecoy ProtagonistMood WhiplashThe QueenpinArtistic License – HistoryDriven to SuicideThe Determinatorand 49 more

TV Tropes lists 61 storytelling tropes for Underbelly, including Drives Like Crazy, "Eureka!" Moment, Corrupt Corporate Executive.