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13 Reasons Why 2017

“If you're listening, you're too late.”

★ 7.5/10 · 4,584 votes TV-MA DramaMystery 4 seasons · 49 eps Ended
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What is 13 Reasons Why?

13 Reasons Why is an American teen drama television series that premiered in 2017. The show was developed for Netflix by Brian Yorkey, with Selena Gomez serving as an executive producer.

Type
TV series
Year
2017
Status
Ended
Episodes
49
First aired
Mar 31, 2017
Last aired
Jun 5, 2020
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Netflix
Genres
Drama, Mystery
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🧠 Narrative Depth9.1/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.1/10
🎬 Production Scale9.3/10
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13 Reasons Why is an American teen drama television series that premiered in 2017. The show was developed for Netflix by Brian Yorkey, with Selena Gomez serving as an executive producer. The narrative is based on the 2007 novel Thirteen Reasons Why by author Jay Asher. The cast includes actors Dylan Minnette and Katherine Langford. The series is also stylized as TH1RTEEN R3ASONS WHY and remained on the air until 2020. The plot follows high school student Clay Jensen, who finds himself at the center of a series of heartbreaking mysteries. These events are set in motion by the tragic suicide of his friend, Hannah Baker. As the school community mourns her death, Clay receives a box of tapes containing messages that Hannah recorded before her passing. Viewers can access the series through streaming platforms including Netflix and Prime Video. The show explores the complex circumstances surrounding these events as the mysteries unfold through the recordings left behind by the deceased student.

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“A high school student investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding a classmate's tragic suicide.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling mystery narrative
  • strong lead performances
Keep in mind
  • tackles very heavy subject matter

Watch it if you enjoy intense teen dramas that explore complex social mysteries.

The series deals with sensitive and heavy themes regarding suicide and high school life.

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Season 2 · 13 episodes
Season 3 · 13 episodes
Season 4 · 10 episodes
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What is the series based on?

The show is based on the 2007 novel Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher.

Who developed the show?

The series was developed for Netflix by Brian Yorkey.

Who are the primary stars?

The series stars Dylan Minnette and Katherine Langford.

When did the series air?

The show ran from 2017 to 2020.

Where can the show be watched?

The series is available to stream on platforms including Netflix and Prime Video.

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