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The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself

2022Show1 season8 episodesTV-MA

Action & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic727.3Rotten Tomatoes94%91%

A gripping, thrilling mystery series about fantasy and family.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

Skip it if you want to half-watch while scrolling · graphic violence bothers you

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Episodes

1 season · 8 episodes · best: S1E8 "Episode #1.8" 8.2

Episodes

7.7

Story

Caught between two warring clans, the son of a notorious witch responsible for a deadly massacre tries to find his place in the world — and his powers.

Feels like

  • Dark Fantasy
  • Witchcraft Lore
  • Coming-of-Age Quest
  • Supernatural Thriller
  • Family Feuds
  • Identity & Power Struggle
  • Intense & Gritty
  • Mystery-Driven Plot
  • Magic & Combat
  • Bleak & Atmospheric

Cast

24 of 62 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Colm McCarthy
Produced by
Steve Clark-Hall, Adrian Sturges

Everyone

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Facts

October 28, 2022 · October 28, 2022 · Ended

First aired
October 28, 2022
Last aired
October 28, 2022
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 8 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Mystery
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
131 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself?"

Questions about The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself

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Where can I stream The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself?

Netflix

In the United States, The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 72).

How long does it take to watch The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself?

7 h

About 7 hours: 8 episodes in 1 season of about 50 minutes each, aired from 2022 to 2022.

Is The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.