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Black Summer

2019 – 2021Show2 seasons16 episodesTV-MA

DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
74
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Metacritic–5.7Rotten Tomatoes85%62%

A nerve-racking, pulse-pounding drama series about family and everyday modern life, with standout editing and cinematography.

Good for friends night · binge-friendly · pure escapism

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you need an uplifting mood · you want to half-watch while scrolling · graphic violence bothers you

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 16 episodes · best: S2E8 "The Plane" 7.8

Episodes

7.0
7.4

Story

In the dark, early days of a zombie apocalypse, complete strangers band together to find the strength they need to survive and get back to loved ones.

Feels like

  • Kinetic Zombie Thriller
  • Non-Linear Storytelling
  • High-Octane Survival Horror
  • Stylistic Editing Masterclass
  • Emotional Core Amidst Chaos
  • Intense Sound Design
  • Anthology of Intersecting Lives
  • Visceral and Unrelenting

Cast

24 of 39 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
John Hyams, Abram Cox
Written by
Delondra Williams
Music by
Alec Puro, Matt Jantzen

Everyone

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

Facts

April 11, 2019 · June 17, 2021 · Ended

First aired
April 11, 2019
Last aired
June 17, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 16 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery, Drug Use
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

Tropes

Friendly Fire, Dangerous Deserter, Time Skip +9

  • Friendly Fire
  • Dangerous Deserter
  • Time Skip
  • Laser-Guided Karma
  • Bury Your Disabled
  • Anyone Can Die
  • Boom, Headshot!
  • Call-Forward
  • Game-Breaking Injury
  • From Bad to Worse
  • Irony
  • Riddle for the Ages

12 of 37 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Black Summer?"

Questions about Black Summer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Black Summer?

Netflix

In the United States, Black Summer streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Black Summer worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 85%). Critics rate it higher (85 out of 100) than audiences (62).

How long does it take to watch Black Summer?

12 h

About 12 hours: 16 episodes in 2 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2019 to 2021.

Can I half-watch Black Summer?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for non-linear narrative and 7 for complexity.

Will I feel good after watching Black Summer?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 5 for melancholy, against 3 for hopefulness.

What tropes does Black Summer use?

Friendly FireDangerous DeserterTime SkipLaser-Guided KarmaBury Your DisabledAnyone Can DieBoom, Headshot!Call-ForwardGame-Breaking InjuryFrom Bad to WorseIronyRiddle for the Agesand 25 more

TV Tropes lists 37 tropes for it, including Friendly Fire, Dangerous Deserter, and Time Skip.