40

2003Show1 season3 episodes

54
MediocreGoodWatch score
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Summary

Seven 40-year-olds are drawn together by a disturbing school reunion. Long-standing sexual tensions and emotional conflicts come to a head as the surreal secrets of apparently normal lives are revealed. Acting as a catalyst, the reunion forces the seven friends into a re-evaluation of their past and the present—and brings about an unexpected future.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Binge-friendly
  • Thought-provoking

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Directors
David Moore
Written by
Bryan Elsley

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Facts

April 8, 2003 · April 10, 2003 · Ended

First aired
April 8, 2003
Last aired
April 10, 2003
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 3 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, Philippines
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream 40?"

Questions about 40

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream 40?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is 40 worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 7.1).

How long does it take to watch 40?

2 h

About 2 hours: 3 episodes in 1 season of about 48 minutes each, aired from 2003 to 2003.

Is 40 good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is 40 plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.