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Claws

2017·Show
40Episodes in4Seasons·TV-MA
73
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IMDb7.5Metacritic646.4Rotten Tomatoes90%73%
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IMDb7.5Metacritic646.4Rotten Tomatoes90%73%
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High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Romance5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy

  • Dark Humor8
  • Cringe Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Follow the life and crimes of five diverse and treacherous manicurists working at the Nail Artisan of Manatee County salon, where there is a lot more going on than silk wraps and pedicures.
Crime DramaDark ComedyFemale EnsembleSalon LifeFlorida SettingQuirky CharactersIntrigue and SuspensePop Culture ReferencesSocial Commentary

Crew

Directed by:
Cheryl Dunye, Tricia Brock, Sheree Folkson
Written by:
Rick Cleveland, Sam Forman, Darrin Dortch

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Claws

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Claws legally?

Hulu

Claws is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. 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 Claws worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Claws rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Claws have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 40 episodes of about 55 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Claws?

Critics77
Audiences71

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see Claws much the same way.

When did Claws air?

It ran from 2017 to 2022 and has ended.

What language is Claws in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Claws?

6ATAUCACHDEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Claws in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Claws use?

Abusive ParentsAngsty Surviving TwinConsistent Clothing StyleDirty CopDisappeared DadGayngsterFaking the DeadLet's You and Him FightI Knew There Was Something About YouWham ShotChatty HairdresserTaking the Bulletand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Claws, including Abusive Parents, Angsty Surviving Twin, Consistent Clothing Style.