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The Dead Zone

2002·Show
80Episodes in6Seasons·TV-PG
66
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The Dead Zone fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Johnny Smith discovers he has developed psychic abilities after a coma.
Psychological ThrillerSupernatural MysterySmall-Town HorrorCharacter-Driven DramaStephen King AdaptationGrim and AtmosphericProphetic VisionsTragic HeroismSlow-Burn SuspenseDomestic Turmoil

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Dead Zone

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Dead Zone legally?

The Dead Zone is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. 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 The Dead Zone worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Dead Zone rated?

TV-PGViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does The Dead Zone have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 80 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Dead Zone?

Critics65
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see The Dead Zone much the same way.

When did The Dead Zone air?

It ran from 2002 to 2007 and has ended.

What language is The Dead Zone in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Dead Zone?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Dead Zone in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Dead Zone use?

Classy Cat-BurglarTelevision GeographyPregnant HostagePet the DogDropped a Bridge on HimShe's Not My GirlfriendMr. FanserviceLater-Installment WeirdnessHostage SituationShout-OutThe End of the World as We Know ItChristianity Is Catholicand 101 more

TV Tropes lists 113 storytelling tropes for The Dead Zone, including Classy Cat-Burglar, Television Geography, Pregnant Hostage.