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Season 1 – Looking for Alaska

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Miles "Pudge" Halter wants to gain a deeper perspective on life, so he enrolls in boarding school. While he's there, he gains a group of loyal friends and falls in love with Alaska Young. When an unexpected tragedy strikes, the close-knit group of friends try to make sense of what they have been through. The limited series is based on the John Green novel of the same name, and it was created by Josh Schwartz, whose teen-TV pedigree includes Fox drama series "The O.C." and CW's "Gossip Girl."
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Looking for Alaska — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Bittersweet and beautifully performed, Looking For Alaska is the rare adaptation that deviates from its source material only to find something even better.

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Caroline Siede AV Club Dec 13, 2019
Looking For Alaska takes huge advantage of the chance to flesh out its ensemble. Go to Full Review Raisa Bruner TIME Magazine Oct 25, 2019
The show hit home - and not just for its throwback music and early-2000s fashion. It's poised to do the same for today's teens, for reasons that go far beyond appearances. Go to Full Review Brian Lowry CNN.com Oct 21, 2019
This is all pretty stiff, predictable stuff, built around the operatic pangs of teen romance. Go to Full Review Elizabeth Garcia But Why Tho? Jan 22, 2023
8/10
Fans of the book and similar teen dramas should definitely hit play on Looking For Alaska Go to Full Review Stephanie Archer Film Inquiry Nov 27, 2019
Looking For Alaska, with all its bumps in the road much like its hurricane epicenter Alaska, is an adaption with heart, an endeavor delivered to fans with the deepest understanding of the text and the love that made it a success to begin with. Go to Full Review Matthew Passantino AwardsCircuit.com Nov 13, 2019
3/4
Sometimes, the drama is undercut by the relaxed nature of the series and its buttery, calming cinematography but "Looking for Alaska" keeps its focus on its characters as the beating heart of the show. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Roman T @RT40762069 Sep 3, 2026 This isn't just a faithful adaptation of the book, some scenes in the series are just better than in the book while being directionally faithful. Bravo, and absolutely stunning, heartfelt series full of life and at times deeply thought provoking moments. See more Nichole P @NicHole734 Jun 5, 2026 I really liked this show. The story is emotional and interesting, and the characters feel real. It is a beautiful show about friendship, love, and growing up. See more patrick S @Patstorm Mar 10, 2025 Great adaptation, probably my favorite of John Green. See more Star S @RT08411325 May 11, 2024 I wish this series didn’t have to end! So good and heartbreaking. See more Sarah M @Sarkiste Aug 9, 2023 Looking for a reason why Let's start with this-I liked this show more than I anticipated that I will. It's one of the few teen shows that paint maturity so well and yet is appropriate for teens. It explores topics of teen life so well. Charlie and Kristine portray Miles and Alaska so well with visible chemistry and you can't put your eyes off of them for one moment (especially her). Even the supporting cast is amazing. The cinematography is great, it gives 2005 vibes and sells you the story. The show opens teen topics so perfectly, all under the banner of finding a reason why. That all being said this is the major problem I have with John Green period-he loves tragedy. There was no reason to place it here but he did because...I don't know he just loves it. I don't like that. So this is maybe his best book adaptation but please sir, chill with tragic events. See more Andrew M @RT94645951 May 22, 2023 Excellent adaptation of the book See more Read all reviews
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Josh Schwartz

Creator

Sarah Adina Smith

Director

Kristine Froseth

Alaska Young

Charlie Plummer

Miles "Pudge" Halter

Denny Love

Chip Martin

Jay Lee

Takumi

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 18, 2019 Famous Last Words Miles Halter -- seeking a more-than-minor life -- enrolls at Culver Creek Academy; on his first day, he gets a new nickname, a best friend and some enemies; he also makes a deal with Alaska Young that will change his life forever. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 18, 2019 Tell Them I Said Something ... An expulsion ignites an escalating prank war with the Weekday Warriors as both sides try to discover who is "the rat" inside Culver Creek; Miles finds his future at the school at risk and his loyalty to his new friends tested. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 18, 2019 I've Never Felt Better ... Alaska sets Miles up on a triple-and-a-half date that doesn't go as planned, while a fragile truce with the Weekday Warriors proves short-lived. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 18, 2019 The Nourishment Is Palatable Despite his friends' warnings, Miles agrees to spend Thanksgiving with Alaska at Culver Creek, but a trip to the Colonel's home for the holiday -- designed to bring everyone together -- only leaves the group further apart. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 18, 2019 I'll Show You That It Won't Shoot After the Weekday Warriors go too far, Miles, Takumi, the Colonel and Alaska decide to reunite for revenge; following a wine-soaked game of Best Day/Worst Day, new secrets are revealed and a new romance blossoms. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 18, 2019 We Are All Going The Colonel faces the consequences of his actions; Miles and Alaska find themselves closer than ever. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 18, 2019 Now Comes the Mystery Culver Creek grapples with a devastating tragedy; a potential clue leads to more questions. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 18, 2019 It's Very Beautiful Over There The search for answers pulls the group apart -- until one final prank brings them back together. Details

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Season Info

Director
Sarah Adina Smith
Creator
Josh Schwartz
Executive Producer
Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Jessica Tuchinsky, Mark Waters, John Green, Marty Bowen, Isaac Klausner
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA (L)
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 18, 2019
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