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Banshee

2013·Show
38Episodes in4Seasons·TV-MA
81
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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence10
  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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About

Small town. Big secrets.

Banshee is an American drama television series set in a small town in Pennsylvania Amish country and features an enigmatic ex-con posing as a murdered sheriff who imposes his own brand of justice while also cooking up plans that serve his own interests.
High-Octane Crime ThrillerVisceral Action ChoreographySensual & ProvocativeSmall-Town NoirStylized ViolencePsychological Power StrugglesCinematic AtmosphereMoral AmbiguityBinge-Worthy PacingGritty Realism with Flair

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Banshee

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Banshee legally?

Banshee is included with a subscription to Spectrum On Demand and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Banshee worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Banshee rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does Banshee have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 38 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Banshee?

Critics78
Audiences86

Not quite. Audiences rate Banshee higher (86) than critics (78). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Banshee air?

It ran from 2013 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is Banshee in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Banshee?

116ADAEAGALARATAUBABBBEBGBHBOBR+102

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Banshee in 116 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Banshee use?

Whole-Plot ReferenceBadass NativeAsshole VictimThe CavalryBling-Bling-BANG!Knife FightPolice BrutalityInjured Limb EpisodeMs. FanserviceBreak the HaughtyEunuchs Are EvilStupid Eviland 163 more

TV Tropes lists 175 storytelling tropes for Banshee, including Whole-Plot Reference, Badass Native, Asshole Victim.