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Louis Theroux: Altered States

2018Show1 season3 episodesNR

75
GreatGoodWatch score

A philosophical, moving documentary series about everyday modern life and society, with standout performances and characters.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

Shows with

Episodes

1 season · 3 episodes · best: S1E2 "Choosing Death" 8.1

Episodes

7.6

Story

A three part documentary exploring the unusual ways modern America deals with birth, love and death.

Feels like

  • Investigative Documentary
  • Social Commentary
  • Human Condition
  • Ethical Exploration
  • Thought-Provoking
  • Unconventional Practices
  • Psychological Insights
  • Contemporary American Culture
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Empathetic Portrayal

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Crew

Written by
Louis Theroux

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

November 4, 2018 · November 18, 2018 · Ended

First aired
November 4, 2018
Last aired
November 18, 2018
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 3 episodes
Age rating
NR
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes, Sexual Content
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
6 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream Louis Theroux: Altered States?"

Questions about Louis Theroux: Altered States

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Louis Theroux: Altered States?

It streams in 4 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Louis Theroux: Altered States worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 7.8).

How long does it take to watch Louis Theroux: Altered States?

3 h

About 3 hours: 3 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2018 to 2018.

Is Louis Theroux: Altered States plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Can I half-watch Louis Theroux: Altered States?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 7 for complexity.