The Essex Serpent

Series - 2022 - Drama, Fantasy

The story

London widow Cora Seaborne moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms a surprising bond of science and skepticism with the local vicar—but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.

Directed by

Clio Barnard

Starring

Claire Danes, Tom Hiddleston, Frank Dillane, Clémence Poésy, Hayley Squires, Gerard Kearns

Where to watch

apple

Ratings

IMDb 6.3 out of 10

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Series · 2022 · Drama · Fantasy

The Essex Serpent

79% match~48m / ep1 season · 6 episodesMA15+
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The story

London widow Cora Seaborne moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms a surprising bond of science and skepticism with the local vicar—but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.

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IMDb
6.3 / 10
9k votes
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75%
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TMDB
6.6 / 10
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Details
TypeSeries
GenreDrama, Fantasy
Seasons1
Episodes6
Runtime~48m / ep
RatedMA15+
Release2022-05-13
Where to watch
Apple TV+
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