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The Red Road

2014·Show
12Episodes in2Seasons·TV-14
72
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The Red Road fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Crime, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Lines will be crossed.

Lines will be crossed when tragedy forces two men, a mesmerizing ex-con and an embattled local cop, to face the secrets of their past. As these two men find themselves increasingly compromised by one another, the lives of both quickly unravel.
Gritty Crime DramaPsychological ThrillerIndigenous IssuesMoral CompromiseSmall-Town CorruptionIntense Character StudySlow-Burn TensionFamily SecretsBleak & Realistic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Red Road

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Where can I stream The Red Road legally?

The Red Road is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC+, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Red Road worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Red Road rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Red Road have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Red Road?

Critics67
Audiences81

Not quite. Audiences rate The Red Road higher (81) than critics (67). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Red Road air?

It ran from 2014 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Red Road in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Red Road?

9ATAUCADEGBGGIENZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Red Road in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.