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The Take

2009·Show
4Episodes in1Season·TV-MA

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The Take fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and brutally violent

  • Tension9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Freddie Jackson is released from prison in 1984 having served a four-year sentence for armed robbery. His wife Jackie, who has been waiting for him on the outside in the mistaken belief that that he wants to go straight, soon finds herself disappointed: Freddie is in fact raring to get back into the game and has set his sights on becoming top dog in the East End underworld.
Gritty British CrimeGangland UnderworldCharacter-Driven DramaViolent ThrillerSocial RealismFamily BetrayalPsychological DescentAmbition & ConsequencesEast End Setting

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Take

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Where can I stream The Take legally?

The Take is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Take worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.7 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Take rated?

TV-MAViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

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

How many seasons does The Take have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Take?

Critics80
Audiences75

Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see The Take much the same way.

When did The Take air?

It ran from 2009 to 2009 and has ended.

What language is The Take in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Take?

7ATAUDEITSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Take in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.