Essex County 2023
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- March 19, 2023
- Last Aired
- April 16, 2023
- Format
- 1 season · 5 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~3.6 hours (43 min/ep)
- Created By
- Jeff Lemire
- Network
- CBC Television
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
What is Essex County?
Essex County is a drama television mini series released in 2023. The series is a television adaptation of Jeff Lemire's graphic novel and was released on CBC and CBC Gem.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2023
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 5
- Runtime
- 43 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 19, 2023
- Last aired
- Apr 16, 2023
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- CA
- Networks
- CBC Television
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.5/10 from 4 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 5 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~43 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- CBC Television
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 5 episodes and an average 43-minute runtime.
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Overview
Essex County is a drama television mini series released in 2023. The series is a television adaptation of Jeff Lemire's graphic novel and was released on CBC and CBC Gem. The cast is led by Molly Parker, Brian J. Smith, Stephen McHattie, Finlay Wojtak-Hissong, and Kevin Durand. The story follows four disparate characters who are linked together through bloodlines. The four lead characters include old Uncle Lou, young Lester, Anne the country nurse, and Ken the stoic farmer. These individuals ebb and flow into each other's lives, slowly weaving connections between them that ultimately save and redeem them.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch Essex County online?
Essex County is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory TV. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is Essex County worth watching?
Essex County holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How many seasons and episodes are in Essex County, and how long does it take to binge?
Essex County spans 1 season and 5 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 3.6 hours (at an average of 43 minutes per episode).
Which episodes of Essex County are essential mytharc vs. filler?
Our interactive episode classifier tags all episodes of Essex County by narrative importance: Crucial Mytharc (season premieres, finales, and canon turning points), Character Core, and Side Quest / Filler. Use our interactive checklist above to filter out standalone detours.
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