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Season 1 – Hemlock Grove

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Based on the book by Brian McGreevy and executive produced by acclaimed horror master Eli Roth ("Hostel"), this Netflix original series revolves around the peculiar residents -- and killer creatures -- of Hemlock Grove, a dilapidated former steel town in Pennsylvania. The town is composed of people living in poverty and those who are extremely wealthy -- and everyone has a secret. As sinister mysteries unfold, a seamier side of the town is exposed, placing suspicion on many and revealing that nothing is what it seems.
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Hemlock Grove — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Hemlock Grove is an ugly, unpleasant affair that throws crazy ideas together without much forethought.

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Eric Deggans Tampa Bay Times 12/04/2019
That wouldn't be a problem if the characters were compelling. Everyone here is a mysterious sad sack. Go to Full Review Alison Willmore IndieWire 01/15/2019
The show, created by writer Brian McGreevy, has no center -- it's a lurching combination of muted delivery and crazy happenings. Go to Full Review Perri Nemiroff Screen Rant 01/15/2019
What really puts the stake in Hemlock Grove -- more so than anything -- is that it's flat out boring. Go to Full Review Leslie Kasperowicz CinemaBlend 01/15/2019
Hemlock Grove doesn't rely on gore; there are some real characters here too. Go to Full Review Tess Lynch Grantland 01/15/2019
Unfortunately, watching the whole thing was less like some kind of insane, bloody feast of oohs and aahs and surprises, and more like eating $28 of McDonald's in your car late at night. Go to Full Review Lauren Davis io9.com 01/15/2019
This bingeable 13-episode season isn't a taut small-town thriller, nor a glorious horror soap; in fact, it's sometimes downright boring. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Elizabeth 09/23/2024 It's a little mediocre, but despite everything it's like a series that doesn't exactly imitate TVD, at first I only watched it because of the bill, but then it gets interesting. I wish more people found this series, but apparently it went offline on all platforms and Netflix didn't renew it See more Chadd J 10/05/2022 Netflix's first horror series knocked it out of the ballpark. See more 08/15/2022 I honestly couldn't even make it halfway through the first episode with the amount of racism (against Romani people) and ableism (the r slur?? Really?? and normalizing making fun of disabled people). People who rate this highly and enjoy it should be avoided at all costs. Y'all are gross. Especially the writers and producers. See more frank d 02/21/2022 Drags on and on goes no where.zzzzzzzzz See more 11/04/2021 Disturbing- and not in a cool horror way. I love a good supernatural horror but god this REALLY missed the mark. An interesting plot that's unfortunately drawn out at such an unbearably slow rate. It was less a ‘mystery' show and more just flat out confusing too. Offensive ableist attitudes with frequent use of the "R" slur. Also has some pretty racist moments, such as a strange ‘saying' about Mexican people, and an excessive use of the "G" slur in reference to Romani people. Minus a couple of side characters, no one is likeable. They're all mean edgy teens with the same personality. There is practically zero character development too. Having said all of this, I am intrigued by the plot and I've been told that it gets better in the following 2 seasons. Perhaps it'll pick up speed (and perhaps be less outright bigoted)! See more 08/10/2021 I loved this show. I was sucked in, and feel in love with the characters. See more Read all reviews
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Famke Janssen

Olivia Godfrey

Bill Skarsgård

Roman Godfrey

Landon Liboiron

Peter Rumancek

Penelope Mitchell

Letha Godfrey

Lili Taylor

Lynda Rumancek

Dougray Scott

Dr. Norman Godfrey

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Jellyfish in the Sky A teenager is murdered in the woods of Hemlock Grove; evidence points to an animal attack but suspicions soon fall on Peter, the newly arrived gypsy. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 19, 2013 The Angel Roman confronts Peter at the crime scene, finding common ground; Letha reveals a shocking secret; Olivia and Norman fall into old habits. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 19, 2013 The Order of the Dragon Christina discovers a new victim; Sherriff Sworn gets outside help from Dr. Chasseur; now a suspect, Peter joins Roman to find the killer. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 19, 2013 In Poor Taste Letha's interest in Peter takes a turn; Chasseur and Sworn's investigation hits a new low; Roman and Peter are a step ahead. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Hello, Handsome Shelley's connection to Dr. Pryce is further revealed; Destiny helps Peter understand the recent murder; the gala at the Tower goes horribly awry. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 19, 2013 The Crucible Peter and Roman follow Lisa Willoughby's trail to the old steel mill where they find a missing piece of the puzzle; Christina's date goes poorly. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Measure of Disorder Shelley commits an act of independence; Chasseur questions Roman but crosses paths with Olivia; Peter and Roman's friendship takes a turn. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Catabasis After drunkenly attacking the Godfrey Institute, Roman falls into a coma and embarks on a subconscious journey of shocking truths and revelations. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 19, 2013 What Peter Can Live Without As a full moon approaches, Letha's parents discover her relationship with Peter; despite a crisis of faith, Chasseur prepares to capture the killer. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 19, 2013 What God Wants A weakened Roman emerges from his coma and reunites with Peter to stop the killer; Hemlock Grove braces itself for another lethal full moon. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 19, 2013 The Price Peter and his mother hide from vigilantes seeking the killer while Christina disappears; Roman finally begins to face the truth about his nature. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Children of the Night As Olivia and Chasseur face off at the Mill, Shelley learns the awful truth about her family; Peter and Roman uncover the killer's identity. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Birth The tragic conclusion to the Hemlock Grove killing spree leaves both the Godfrey and Rumancek families devastated, with the final horror yet to come. Details

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Hemlock Grove — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Eli Roth, Brian McGreevy, Lee Shipman, Mark Verheiden, Deran Sarafian, Eric Newman, Michael A. Connolly
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 19, 2013