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Humans

2015 – 2018Show3 seasons24 episodesTV-14

DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic767.7Rotten Tomatoes94%84%

A deeply unsettling, tense drama series about technology and the future, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for friends night · binge-friendly · thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Episodes

3 seasons · 24 episodes · best: S2E8 "Episode #2.8" 8.6

Episodes

8.1
8.0
7.9

Story

Made in our image. Out of our control.

In a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth' - a highly-developed robotic servant that's so similar to a real human it's transforming the way we live.

Feels like

  • Near-Future Sci-Fi Drama
  • Android Consciousness Exploration
  • Domestic Thriller
  • Philosophical Inquiry on Humanity
  • Visually Stunning Cinematography
  • Complex Family Dynamics
  • Ethical Dilemmas of AI
  • Atmospheric and Tense
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Uncanny Valley Aesthetic

Cast

24 of 130 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Lewis Arnold, Richard Senior, Jill Robertson
Written by
Lars Lundström, Jonathan Brackley, Sam Vincent
Produced by
Vicki Delow, Paul Gilbert
Music by
Cristóbal Tapia de Veer, Sarah Warne

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Facts

June 14, 2015 · July 5, 2018 · Ended

First aired
June 14, 2015
Last aired
July 5, 2018
Status
Ended
Length
3 seasons · 24 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, United States
Available in
45 countries

Tropes

Good Girls Avoid Abortion, Color Motif, Big Brother Instinct +9

  • Good Girls Avoid Abortion
  • Color Motif
  • Big Brother Instinct
  • Sadistic Choice
  • Trans Nature
  • "Second Law" My Ass!
  • What Happened to the Mouse?
  • Chuck Cunningham Syndrome
  • Battleaxe Nurse
  • Madden Into Misanthropy
  • Post-Cyberpunk
  • Raised by Robots

12 of 99 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Humans?"

Questions about Humans

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Humans worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 76).

Is Humans okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Better for older viewers: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

How long does it take to watch Humans?

18 h

About 18 hours: 24 episodes in 3 seasons of about 46 minutes each, aired from 2015 to 2018.

Can I half-watch Humans?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for complexity and 8 for philosophical.

Is Humans good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

What tropes does Humans use?

Good Girls Avoid AbortionColor MotifBig Brother InstinctSadistic ChoiceTrans Nature"Second Law" My Ass!What Happened to the Mouse?Chuck Cunningham SyndromeBattleaxe NurseMadden Into MisanthropyPost-CyberpunkRaised by Robotsand 87 more

TV Tropes lists 99 tropes for it, including Good Girls Avoid Abortion, Color Motif, and Big Brother Instinct.