The Colony

2009·Show
20Episodes in2Seasons
IMDb7.7
Episode ratings

Where to watch

PhiloDiscovery+Discovery +

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The Colony fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Society, the mind, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Complexity7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The Colony is a reality television series that is produced by the Discovery Channel. The program follows a group of people who must survive in a simulated post-apocalyptic environment. Casting was done by Metal Flowers Media. The first season had 10 main cast members as well as almost 100 actors who did additional scripted and improvisational work for the show.
Post-Apocalyptic SurvivalSimulated DisasterSocial ExperimentResource ManagementPsychological ChallengeGritty RealismHuman IngenuityTeam DynamicsTense & Stressful

Crew

Produced by:
Philip David Segal, Thom Beers

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Colony

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Colony legally?

PhiloDiscovery+Discovery +

The Colony is included with a subscription to Philo and Discovery + in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Colony worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Colony rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Colony have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 20 episodes.

When did The Colony air?

It ran from 2009 to 2010 and has ended.

What language is The Colony in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Colony?

5ADCAESNLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Colony in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Colony use?

Sassy Black WomanIgnored ExpertSwiss-Cheese SecurityMale GazeTattooed CrookMr. FanserviceDeadpan SnarkerAbandoned WarehouseGosh Dang It to Heck!Break the CutieHappy RainI'm Not Here to Make Friendsand 76 more

TV Tropes lists 88 storytelling tropes for The Colony, including Sassy Black Woman, Ignored Expert, Swiss-Cheese Security.

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