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The Outcast

2015Show1 season2 episodes

Drama
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A profoundly sad, moving drama series about growing up and family, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · binge-friendly

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Episodes

1 season · 2 episodes · best: S1E2 "Episode #1.2" 8.1

Episodes

7.7

Story

Set in post-war Britain, ten year-old Lewis Aldridge is grief-stricken as he struggles to cope with the death of his beloved mother. Left under the care of his emotionally distant father Gilbert, whom he barely knows and who quickly remarries, Lewis is forced to bury his feelings.

Feels like

  • Post-War Drama
  • Coming-of-Age
  • Psychological Study
  • Grief & Trauma
  • Family Dysfunction
  • British Period Piece
  • Emotional Intensity
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Teenage Anguish

Cast

16 of 16 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Iain Softley
Written by
Sadie Jones
Produced by
Graham Broadbent, Peter Czernin, Celia Duval
Music by
Edward Shearmur

Everyone

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Facts

July 12, 2015 · July 19, 2015 · Ended

First aired
July 12, 2015
Last aired
July 19, 2015
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 2 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Available in
6 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Outcast?"

Questions about The Outcast

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Outcast?

BritboxBritBox

In the United States, The Outcast streams on Britbox and BritBox. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is The Outcast worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 7.5).

How long does it take to watch The Outcast?

3 h

About 3 hours: 2 episodes in 1 season of about 90 minutes each, aired from 2015 to 2015.

Is The Outcast plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Outcast good for date night?

Date NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.