---
title: "Banshee"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/banshee-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 41727
imdb_id: "tt2017109"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 4
episodes_count: 38
runtime_minutes: 50
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 1414
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Banshee (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/banshee-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Banshee is an American television series that aired on Cinemax for four seasons between 2013 and 2016. Created by Jonathan Tropper and David Schickler, the program consists of 38 episodes. The narrative is set in a small town located in Pennsylvania Amish country. The plot follows an enigmatic ex-convict who assumes the identity of a murdered sheriff. While serving in this role, the protagonist imposes his own brand of justice upon the community. Simultaneously, he pursues personal agendas and plans that serve his own interests, driven by unfinished business. The series features performances by Antony Starr, Ivana Milicevic, Ulrich Thomsen, and Frankie Faison. Following its original run, the show has remained available for viewing on various streaming platforms, including Max, YouTube TV, and through HBO via Hulu. The title of the series shares its name with a figure from Irish folklore, though the television program focuses on the drama of its central character in Pennsylvania rather than the mythological creature.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ex-convict assumes the identity of a murdered sheriff in a small Pennsylvania town."

### Why Watch
- fast-paced narrative
- compelling premise

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense violence
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains intense action sequences and adult themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, drama, intense, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV, Spectrum On Demand, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Foxtel Now, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
### Season 2 (10 Episodes)
Banshee Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes.

**Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S2)**:
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Banshee Season 1.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.

### Season 3 (10 Episodes)
Banshee Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes.

**Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S3)**:
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Banshee Season 2.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.

### Season 4 (8 Episodes)
Banshee Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 8 episodes.

**Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S4)**:
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Banshee Season 3.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 38
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 10 (26%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 28 (74%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: David Schickler, Jonathan Tropper
- **Networks / Studios**: Cinemax

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Antony Starr** as *Lucas Hood*
- **Ivana Miličević** as *Anastasia / Carrie Hopewell*
- **Hoon Lee** as *Job*
- **Frankie Faison** as *Sugar Bates*
- **Ulrich Thomsen** as *Kai Proctor*
- **Matt Servitto** as *Deputy Brock Lotus*
- **Lili Simmons** as *Rebecca Bowman*
- **Ryann Shane** as *Deva Hopewell*
- **Matthew Rauch** as *Clay Burton*
- **Trieste Kelly Dunn** as *Deputy Siobhan Kelly*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: How many seasons are there?
The series consists of four seasons.

### Q: Who created the show?
The series was created by Jonathan Tropper and David Schickler.

### Q: Where is the show set?
The series is set in the small town of Banshee, Pennsylvania.

### Q: When did the show air?
The series aired from January 11, 2013, to May 20, 2016.

### Q: How many episodes are in the series?
The series comprises a total of 38 episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Banshee (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banshee_(TV_series))
- [Banshee (TV Series 2013–2016) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2017109)
- [Banshee | Where to Stream & Watch All Seasons Online](https://streamfind.com/show/banshee)
- [What Is a Banshee? The Mythic Origins of Ireland's Most Infamous ...](https://irishmyths.com/2022/07/25/banshee/)
- [Banshee (2013-2016) - TV Show | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/banshee/TG4jcWxz4nPqamDWsCTub5/)
- [Banshee (TV Series 2013-2016) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/41727-banshee)

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