Series

The Strain

★ 7.5(1,989)201444m4 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Guillermo del Toro, Carlton Cuse
Release date: 2014-07-13
Runtime: 44m
Language: English
Seasons: 4
Episodes: 46
Network: FX
Status: Ended
Country: Mexico
Studio: Mirada

The Strain — trailer

About The Strain

The Strain is a 2014 web series in the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama and Mystery genres, created by Guillermo del Toro and Carlton Cuse, starring Corey Stoll, Kevin Durand and Miguel Gómez. It spans 4 seasons and 46 episodes, and originally aired on FX. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 1,989 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Strain in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.

Seasons (4)

Season 113 eps · 2014

Season 213 eps · 2015

Season 310 eps · 2016

Season 410 eps · 2017

Cast

Corey Stoll

Dr. Ephraim Goodweather

Kevin Durand

Vasiliy Fet

Miguel Gómez

Augustin 'Gus' Elizalde

David Bradley

Professor Abraham Setrakian

Jonathan Hyde

Eldritch Palmer

Richard Sammel

Thomas Eichorst

Max Charles

Zach Goodweather

Ruta Gedmintas

Dutch Velders

Rupert Penry-Jones

Mr. Quinlan

Themes & keywords

new york citybased on novel or bookvampireoutbreaksurvivaldiseasebitingvampirismvirushorror

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Strain in South Africa?+

The Strain is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Strain on Netflix?+

The Strain is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How many seasons of The Strain are there?+

The Strain has 4 seasons and 46 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Strain?+

The Strain stars Corey Stoll, Kevin Durand, Miguel Gómez, David Bradley and Jonathan Hyde.

When did The Strain come out?+

The Strain is a 2014 web series created by Guillermo del Toro and Carlton Cuse.

What genre is The Strain?+

The Strain is Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama and Mystery series.

Who created The Strain?+

The Strain was created by Guillermo del Toro and Carlton Cuse.