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Legend of the Seeker

2008·Show
44Episodes in2Seasons·TV-14
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic537.3Rotten Tomatoes46%84%
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IMDb7.6Metacritic537.3Rotten Tomatoes46%84%
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Legend of the Seeker fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Fantasy and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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

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About

The adventures of woodsman Richard Cypher, who discovers that he was born to fulfill a prophecy of becoming a guardian hero to oppressed people. With the help of a mysterious woman named Kahlan and a wise old wizard named Zedd, he must stop a ruthless and bloodthirsty tyrant from unleashing an ancient evil and enslaving the world.
Epic High Fantasy AdventureProphecy and Hero's JourneyRomantic Subplot FocusMagical Realms and CreaturesGood vs. Evil ConflictNostalgic 2000s TV DramaVisually Rich ProductionLight-hearted Tone with StakesWizardry and Ancient Lore

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Hurst, Mark Beesley, Garth Maxwell
Written by:
Stephen Tolkin, Chad Fiveash, James Patrick Stoteraux
Produced by:
Sam Raimi, John Shiban, Robert Tapert
Composed by:
Joseph LoDuca

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Legend of the Seeker

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Legend of the Seeker legally?

Prime

Legend of the Seeker is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Legend of the Seeker worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 46%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Legend of the Seeker rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

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

How many seasons does Legend of the Seeker have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 44 episodes of about 42 minutes each.

Is Legend of the Seeker based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Legend of the Seeker?

Critics50
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate Legend of the Seeker higher (78) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Legend of the Seeker air?

It ran from 2008 to 2010 and has ended.

What language is Legend of the Seeker in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in New Zealand.

In how many countries can I watch Legend of the Seeker?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Legend of the Seeker in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Legend of the Seeker use?

Logical WeaknessBattle CoupleThe ArchmageDevil, but No GodCat FightMy Sensors Indicate You Want to Tap ThatOffing the OffspringBut I Would Really Enjoy ItThe MasterVillain TeleportationAlas, Poor VillainColor-Coded Charactersand 305 more

TV Tropes lists 317 storytelling tropes for Legend of the Seeker, including Logical Weakness, Battle Couple, The Archmage.