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The Librarians

2014·Show
42Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14
76
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, funny.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Awe-inspiring and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Fantasy, mystery, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Filing evil under history.

A group of librarians set off on adventures in an effort to save mysterious, ancient artifacts. Based on the series of "The Librarian" movies.
Magical Adventure ProceduralFound Family DynamicsWholesome FantasyArtifact of the WeekLight-hearted MysteryRomantic SubplotsHistorical Fiction ElementsComfort ViewingEnsemble Cast Chemistry

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Librarians

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Where can I stream The Librarians legally?

The Librarians is included with a subscription to Philo and Pure Flix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. 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 The Librarians worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Librarians rated?

TV-14Violence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The Librarians have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 42 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Librarians?

Critics77
Audiences78

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see The Librarians much the same way.

When did The Librarians air?

It ran from 2014 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is The Librarians in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Librarians?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Librarians in 24 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Librarians use?

Plot Tailored to the PartyYour Head A-SplodeOur Minotaurs Are DifferentCursed with AwesomeImmortal ApathyMissing ReflectionNo-SellReally 700 Years OldAll Your Base Are Belong to UsBetty and VeronicaObfuscating StupidityOur Werewolves Are Differentand 291 more

TV Tropes lists 303 storytelling tropes for The Librarians, including Plot Tailored to the Party, Your Head A-Splode, Our Minotaurs Are Different.