Series

Life Unexpected

“Family is the new F-word...”

★ 7.5(94)201042m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Liz Tigelaar
Release date: 2010-01-18
Runtime: 42m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 26
Network: The CW
Status: Ended
Country: United States of America
Studio: Best Day Ever Productions

About Life Unexpected

Life Unexpected is a 2010 web series in the Drama genre, created by Liz Tigelaar, starring Britt Robertson, Shiri Appleby and Kristoffer Polaha. It spans 2 seasons and 26 episodes, and originally aired on The CW. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 94 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Life Unexpected in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

16-year-old Lux was given up for adoption at birth but never adopted. When she is put back into the custody of her estranged-since-high-school birth parents, Cate and Baze, the three form an unlikely family.

Seasons (2)

Season 113 eps · 2010

Season 213 eps · 2010

Cast

Britt Robertson

Lux Cassidy

Shiri Appleby

Catherine "Cate" Cassidy

Kristoffer Polaha

Nathaniel 'Baze' Bazile

Austin Basis

Matthew 'Math' Rogers

Kerr Smith

Ryan Thomas

Themes & keywords

familyfoster childteen dramabiological parents

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Life Unexpected in Canada?+

Life Unexpected is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Life Unexpected on Netflix?+

Life Unexpected is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How many seasons of Life Unexpected are there?+

Life Unexpected has 2 seasons and 26 episodes in total.

Who stars in Life Unexpected?+

Life Unexpected stars Britt Robertson, Shiri Appleby, Kristoffer Polaha, Austin Basis and Kerr Smith.

When did Life Unexpected come out?+

Life Unexpected is a 2010 web series created by Liz Tigelaar.

What genre is Life Unexpected?+

Life Unexpected is Drama series.

Who created Life Unexpected?+

Life Unexpected was created by Liz Tigelaar.