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The Blacklist

2013·Show
218Episodes in10Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.9Metacritic747.7Rotten Tomatoes91%80%
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Where to watch

Netflix

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The Blacklist fingerprint

High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and dark humor

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Dark Humor6
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Never trust a criminal... Until you have to.

Raymond "Red" Reddington, one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives, surrenders in person at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He claims that he and the FBI have the same interests: bringing down dangerous criminals and terrorists. In the last two decades, he's made a list of criminals and terrorists that matter the most but the FBI cannot find because it does not know they exist. Reddington calls this "The Blacklist". Reddington will co-operate, but insists that he will speak only to Elizabeth Keen, a rookie FBI profiler.
Procedural Crime ThrillerCharismatic Criminal MastermindHigh-Stakes Cat and MouseDialogue-Driven MysteryJames Spader PerformanceFBI Procedural DramaComplex Character DynamicsTwist-Heavy NarrativeNoir Sensibility

Crew

Directed by:
Andrew McCarthy, Michael W. Watkins, Bill Roe
Written by:
Kelli Johnson, Lukas Reiter, Taylor Martin
Produced by:
Laura Benson, Zee Hatley, Noah Schechter
Composed by:
Dave Porter, James S. Levine

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Blacklist

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Blacklist legally?

Netflix

The Blacklist is included with a subscription to Netflix 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 The Blacklist worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Blacklist 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 The Blacklist have?

10 seasons

It has 10 seasons with 218 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Blacklist?

Critics83
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Blacklist much the same way.

When did The Blacklist air?

It ran from 2013 to 2023 and has ended.

What language is The Blacklist in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Blacklist?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Blacklist in 130 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Blacklist use?

Covert Group with Mundane FrontCop KillerNever Trust a TrailerBomb DisposalHis Name Is...Asshole VictimThe Man Behind the ManNecessarily EvilGlassy PrisonBombproof ApplianceHunting the Most Dangerous GameLonely Piano Pieceand 242 more

TV Tropes lists 254 storytelling tropes for The Blacklist, including Covert Group with Mundane Front, Cop Killer, Never Trust a Trailer.