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Grimm 2011

“Mortal. Danger.”

★ 8.3/10 · 3,577 votes TV-14 DramaMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy 6 seasons · 122 eps Ended
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What is Grimm?

Grimm is an American urban fantasy police procedural drama and horror television series created by Stephen Carpenter, Jim Kouf, and David Greenwalt. Produced by Universal Television for NBC, the show premiered in the United States on October 28, 2011, and concluded its run on March 30, 2017, after six seasons.

Type
TV series
Year
2011
Status
Ended
Episodes
122
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Oct 28, 2011
Last aired
Mar 31, 2017
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Grimm is an American urban fantasy police procedural drama and horror television series created by Stephen Carpenter, Jim Kouf, and David Greenwalt. Produced by Universal Television for NBC, the show premiered in the United States on October 28, 2011, and concluded its run on March 30, 2017, after six seasons. The series stars David Giuntoli as Nick Burkhardt, a Portland homicide detective who discovers he is a descendant of an elite line of hunters known as Grimms. As a Grimm, Burkhardt is tasked with protecting the human world from supernatural forces and monsters brought to life from fairy tales. Throughout the series, he finds his professional responsibilities as a detective increasingly at odds with his duties as a Grimm. The cast also features Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, and Sasha Roiz. Episodes of the program were directed by individuals including Norberto Barba. The series explores a world where supernatural entities, referred to as Wesen, exist alongside the human population.

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Should you watch it?

“A Portland homicide detective discovers he is a descendant of hunters tasked with battling supernatural forces.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique blend of crime drama and fairy tale lore
  • engaging premise regarding hidden identities
Keep in mind
  • contains supernatural horror elements
  • may feel formulaic to some viewers

Watch it if you enjoy procedural crime dramas infused with elements of dark fantasy and folklore.

The series features horror themes and supernatural violence suitable for mature audiences.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 22 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 22 episodes
Season 5 · 21 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of Grimm?

A homicide detective discovers he is a Grimm, a descendant of hunters who protect humanity from supernatural beings.

Who created the series?

The series was created by Stephen Carpenter, Jim Kouf, and David Greenwalt.

When did the show air?

The series premiered on October 28, 2011, and concluded on March 30, 2017.

How many seasons are there?

The series ran for a total of six seasons.

What is the show inspired by?

The series is inspired by the classic Grimms' Fairy Tales.