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Sons of Anarchy

2008·Show
92Episodes in7Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb8.5Metacritic758.2Rotten Tomatoes87%91%
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Where to watch

Hulu

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Relentless energy, immersive world.

Energy

Brutally violent and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence10
  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Crime, family, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and editing

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Let freedom ride.

The Sons of Anarchy (SOA) are an outlaw motorcycle club with many charters in the United States and overseas. The show focused on the original and founding charter, Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, Redwood Original, often referred to by the acronym SAMCRO, Sam Crow, or simply Redwood Charter. The charter operates both legal and illegal businesses in the small town of Charming, California. They combine gun-running and a garage, and involvement in porn film industry. Clay, the charter president, likes it old school and violent; while Jax, his stepson and the club's VP, has thoughts about changing the way things are done. Their conflict has effects on both the club and their personal relationship, especially when Jax goes on a personal quest to cleanse the SAMCRO name and image.
Outlaw Motorcycle OperaModern Shakespearean TragedyVisceral Crime DramaComplex Family LoyaltyGritty American RealismIconic Rock SoundtrackMoral AmbiguityToxic MasculinityHigh-Stakes TensionEnsemble Character Study

Crew

Directed by:
Paris Barclay, Guy Ferland, Peter Weller
Written by:
Kurt Sutter, Dave Erickson, Roberto Patino
Produced by:
Kurt Sutter, Paris Barclay, James D. Parriott

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Sons of Anarchy

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sons of Anarchy legally?

Hulu

Sons of Anarchy is included with a subscription to Hulu 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 Sons of Anarchy worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.5, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sons of Anarchy rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does Sons of Anarchy have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 92 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Sons of Anarchy?

Critics81
Audiences86

Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 86 out of 100, so both groups see Sons of Anarchy much the same way.

When did Sons of Anarchy air?

It ran from 2008 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Sons of Anarchy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Sons of Anarchy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sons of Anarchy in 77 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Sons of Anarchy use?

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TV Tropes lists 308 storytelling tropes for Sons of Anarchy, including Badass Preacher, Cleanup Crew, Beware the Nice Ones.