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Burden of Truth

2018·Show
34Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb7.3Metacritic694.8Rotten Tomatoes–87%
Episode ratings

Where to watch

Hulu

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Burden of Truth fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

A big city lawyer returns to her hometown to take the case of a group of girls suffering from a mysterious illness.
Legal DramaSmall Town MysteryPsychological ThrillerSocial CommentaryFamily SecretsPersonal RedemptionIntenseCharacter-DrivenIntriguing

Crew

Directed by:
Douglas Mitchell, Grant Harvey, James Genn
Written by:
Brad Simpson, Hayden Simpson, Eric Putzer
Produced by:
Kyle Irving

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Burden of Truth

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Burden of Truth legally?

Hulu

Burden of Truth is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. 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 Burden of Truth worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Burden of Truth rated?

TV-PGStrong languageDrug useSuicide themes

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, drug use, and suicide themes.

How many seasons does Burden of Truth have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 34 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Burden of Truth?

Critics69
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Burden of Truth much the same way.

When did Burden of Truth air?

It ran from 2018 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Burden of Truth in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Burden of Truth?

16ARATAUCACHCLCODEESFRGBGGIEIT+2

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Burden of Truth in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Burden of Truth use?

Token Minority CoupleSmall Town, Big HellSibling TeamBlackmailFrame-UpRecovered AddictDirty CopBig Sister InstinctSins of the FatherSlut-ShamingLipstick LesbianAbusive Parentsand 39 more

TV Tropes lists 51 storytelling tropes for Burden of Truth, including Token Minority Couple, Small Town, Big Hell, Sibling Team.