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Primeval 2007

★ 7.5/10 · 341 votes TV-14 Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureDrama 5 seasons · 36 eps Ended
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What is Primeval?

Primeval is a British science‑fiction television series produced for ITV by Impossible Pictures. The programme ran from 2007 to 2011 and comprises five seasons.

Type
TV series
Year
2007
Status
Ended
Episodes
36
Runtime
52 minutes
First aired
Feb 10, 2007
Last aired
Jun 26, 2011
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
ITV1, U&W
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Primeval is a British science‑fiction television series produced for ITV by Impossible Pictures. The programme ran from 2007 to 2011 and comprises five seasons. Classified with a TV‑14 rating, it blends elements of sci‑fi, fantasy, action‑adventure and drama. The central premise follows Professor Cutter and a team of scientists who respond to a series of strange temporal anomalies that begin to appear across England. These anomalies act as portals, allowing creatures from Earth’s distant past and near future

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“Scientists battle time-displaced prehistoric creatures threatening modern England.”

Reasons to watch
  • Creative creature designs from different time periods
  • Engaging team dynamics as scientists face impossible situations
  • Mix of humor and tension in crisis scenarios
Keep in mind
  • Some plotlines rely on convenient scientific explanations
  • Creature effects quality varies by budget constraints

You enjoy science-based adventure shows with prehistoric elements.

Suitable for general audiences with occasional mild creature-related tension.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 6 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 7 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes
Season 4 · 7 episodes
Season 5 · 6 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What kind of creatures appear in the show?

Various prehistoric animals from different geological periods, including dinosaurs and ancient mammals.

Is the show based on real science?

The premise involves fictional time anomalies, though it incorporates real prehistoric creatures.

How many seasons are there?

The series ran for multiple seasons with ongoing story arcs.

Where is the show set?

Primarily in England, with anomalies appearing at various locations.

Do the characters travel through time?

The characters deal with creatures from different time periods coming through anomalies.