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Grimm

2011·Show
122Episodes in6Seasons·TV-14
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic587.9Rotten Tomatoes89%90%
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IMDb7.9Metacritic587.9Rotten Tomatoes89%90%
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Grimm fingerprint

High energy.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Dark Humor4

World

Crime, fantasy, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Episode ratings

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About

Mortal. Danger.

After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.
Procedural Fantasy HybridGrimm Fairy Tale ReimaginingUrban Supernatural MysteryFound Family DynamicsLight Horror ElementsCharacter-Driven DramaAccessible Genre TVPortland AtmosphereMonster-of-the-Week StructureRomantic Subplots

Crew

Directed by:
Norberto Barba, Terrence O'Hara, Eric Laneuville
Written by:
Jim Kouf, David Greenwalt, Akela Cooper
Produced by:
Sean Hayes, Jim Kouf
Composed by:
Richard Marvin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Grimm

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Grimm legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuPeacock Premium+

Grimm is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Grimm worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Grimm 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 Grimm have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 122 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Grimm?

Critics74
Audiences83

Not quite. Audiences rate Grimm higher (83) than critics (74). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Grimm air?

It ran from 2011 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Grimm in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Grimm?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Grimm in 86 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Grimm use?

Sublime RhymeVisual PunInterspecies RomanceThe Grim ReaperEvil Cannot Comprehend GoodSingle TearDisability SuperpowerRefuge in AudacityAlmost KissChekhov's SkillHollywood HealingI Am Not Left-Handedand 543 more

TV Tropes lists 555 storytelling tropes for Grimm, including Sublime Rhyme, Visual Pun, Interspecies Romance.