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V

2009·Show
22Episodes in2Seasons·TV-14
IMDb6.8Metacritic606.7Rotten Tomatoes52%57%
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Where to watch

Tubi TV

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V fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1

World

The future, mystery, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

We are of peace. Always.

A re-imagining of the 1980s miniseries about the world's first encounter with an alien race in which the aliens call themselves The Visitors, and have a seemingly friendly agenda that may or may not be a cover for something more malevolent.
Alien Invasion DramaPolitical ThrillerSci-Fi MysteryUnsettling AtmosphereConspiracy NarrativeModernized ClassicSuspenseful PacingSocial CommentaryDystopian Undertones

Crew

Directed by:
Yves Simoneau, David Barrett, Bryan Spicer
Written by:
Gregg Hurwitz, Scott Peters, Scott Rosenbaum
Produced by:
Yves Simoneau

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about V

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream V legally?

Tubi TV

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. 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 V worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 52%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is V rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does V have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 22 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on V?

Critics56
Audiences64

Not quite. Audiences rate V higher (64) than critics (56). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did V air?

It ran from 2009 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is V in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch V?

9ATAUCADEFRGBJPSEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for V in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does V use?

Artistic License – BiologyRed Sky, Take WarningAwesome, but ImpracticalRed Eyes, Take WarningSacrificial LionAliens Are BastardsNo OSHA ComplianceKick the DogBig ApplesauceFace–Heel TurnBee PeoplePlot-Relevant Age-Upand 128 more

TV Tropes lists 140 storytelling tropes for V, including Artistic License – Biology, Red Sky, Take Warning, Awesome, but Impractical.