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The Bridge

2013·Show
26Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
78
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

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AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

A murdered body on a bridge between El Paso and Juarez bring together El Paso detective Sonya Cross and Chihuahua State Police detective Marco Ruiz.
Nordic Noir AdaptationCross-Border Crime ThrillerPsychologically Damaged ProtagonistGritty RealismCartel & Corruption ThemesSlow-Burn MysteryAtmospheric TensionBilingual NarrativeProcedural Drama

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Bridge

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Where can I stream The Bridge legally?

The Bridge is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC+, and Acorn TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Bridge worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Bridge rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imageryDrug use

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

How many seasons does The Bridge have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 26 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Bridge?

Critics82
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 82 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Bridge much the same way.

When did The Bridge air?

It ran from 2013 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is The Bridge in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States, Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch The Bridge?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Bridge in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.