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12 Monkeys

2015·Show
47Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.7Metacritic578.5Rotten Tomatoes88%78%
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PrimeMyOutdoorTV

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12 Monkeys fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

The future, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Standout performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Non-linear Narrative9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

End at the beginning.

The provocative story of Cole, a time traveler from a decimated future in a high-stakes race against the clock. Utilizing a dangerous and untested method of time travel, he journeys from 2043 to the present day on a mission to locate and eradicate the source of a deadly plague that will all but annihilate the human race.
Time Travel MysteryPost-Apocalyptic DystopiaNon-Linear StorytellingPsychological ThrillerSci-Fi ProceduralMelancholic AtmosphereComplex PlottingCharacter-Driven DramaExistential DreadHigh-Stakes Puzzle

Crew

Directed by:
David Grossman, Terry Matalas, Mairzee Almas
Written by:
Sean Tretta, Terry Matalas, Travis Fickett
Produced by:
Michael Wray, Sean Tretta
Composed by:
Stephen Barton

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about 12 Monkeys

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream 12 Monkeys legally?

PrimeMyOutdoorTV

12 Monkeys is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, MyOutdoorTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on MyOutdoorTV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 12 Monkeys worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 12 Monkeys rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

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

How many seasons does 12 Monkeys have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 47 episodes of about 43 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on 12 Monkeys?

Critics73
Audiences80

Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 80 out of 100, so both groups see 12 Monkeys much the same way.

When did 12 Monkeys air?

It ran from 2015 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is 12 Monkeys in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch 12 Monkeys?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 12 Monkeys in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.