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Lord of the Flies

2026·Show
4Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
76
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Scare7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Society, everyday modern life, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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About

After a plane crash, a group of schoolboys find themselves stranded on a tropical island without adults. Ralph is elected leader and, with the help of the intelligent Piggy, strives to maintain order and civilization. Jack, responsible for the signal fire, becomes increasingly focused on hunting and power struggles. This leads to tensions within the group, gradually pushing the boys from hope and structure into chaos and tragedy.
Dystopian Survival DramaPsychological HorrorLoss of InnocenceSocial CommentaryCinematic TensionCharacter StudyAllegory of Human NatureVisually ImmersiveDark Coming-of-Age

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Questions about Lord of the Flies

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Where can I stream Lord of the Flies legally?

Lord of the Flies is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Lord of the Flies worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Lord of the Flies rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

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

How many seasons does Lord of the Flies have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes of about 58 minutes each.

Is Lord of the Flies based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Lord of the Flies?

Critics87
Audiences63

Not quite. Critics rate Lord of the Flies higher (87) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Lord of the Flies air?

It ran from 2026 to 2026 and has ended.

What language is Lord of the Flies in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Lord of the Flies?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Lord of the Flies in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.