Harper's Island 2009
“13 weeks. 25 suspects. 1 killer.”
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- April 9, 2009
- Last Aired
- July 11, 2009
- Format
- 1 season · 13 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~9.1 hours (42 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E11 "Splash" (★ 7.7/10)
- Created By
- Ari Schlossberg
- Network
- CBS
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
What is Harper's Island?
"Harper's Island" is a television series that premiered in 2009. The show is set on a secluded island, where a group of family and friends have gathered for a destination wedding.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- Runtime
- 42 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 9, 2009
- Last aired
- Jul 11, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Mystery, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 268 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 13 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~42 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- CBS
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Overview
"Harper's Island" is a television series that premiered in 2009. The show is set on a secluded island, where a group of family and friends have gathered for a destination wedding. The event is intended to be a celebration of love and laughter, but it ultimately becomes a site of terror and survival. As the wedding festivities unfold, relationships are put to the test and secrets are revealed. The island becomes a scene of violence and death, as a killer targets the group, one victim at a time. The series explores the consequences of the group's gathering on the island, transforming their initial joy and celebration into a desperate struggle for survival. The show's setting and plot are centered around the isolated location and the escalating violence that unfolds among the group.
Should you watch it?
“A wedding weekend turns deadly when a hidden killer stalks a secluded island.”
- Compact 13‑episode mystery with many suspects
- Atmospheric island setting heightens tension
- The TV‑14 rating indicates material may be unsuitable for younger viewers
- The series consists of only 13 episodes and does not continue beyond that
Watch it if you enjoy a compact, whodunit thriller where each episode raises the stakes.
The show’s suspenseful murder plot and occasional gore make it suitable for mature teen and adult audiences.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Whap Mytharc Apr 9, 2009
- E2 Crackle Core Apr 16, 2009
- E3 Ka-Blam Core Apr 23, 2009
- E4 Bang Core May 2, 2009
- E5 Thwack Core May 9, 2009
- E6 Sploosh Core May 23, 2009
- E7 Thrack, Splat, Sizzle Core May 30, 2009
- E8 Gurgle Core Jun 6, 2009
- E9 Seep Core Jun 13, 2009
- E10 Snap Core Jun 18, 2009
- E11 Splash Core Jun 27, 2009
- E12 Gasp Mytharc Jul 4, 2009
- E13 Sigh Mytharc Jul 11, 2009
Frequently asked questions
What genre does Harper's Island belong to?
It is classified as a mystery drama series with thriller elements.
How many episodes are there?
The series runs for 13 episodes.
Where is the story set?
The narrative takes place on a secluded island hosting a destination wedding.
What is the series' content rating?
Harper's Island is rated TV‑14.
What is the basic premise?
A group of family and friends gathers for a wedding, only to discover a murderer among them.
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