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Six Feet Under 2001

“Life is pain, get use to it.”

★ 8.1/10 · 1,133 votes TV-MA Drama 5 seasons · 63 eps Ended
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What is Six Feet Under?

Six Feet Under is an American drama television series created and produced by Alan Ball for the network HBO. The program premiered on June 3, 2001, and concluded on August 21, 2005, spanning five seasons and a total of 63 episodes.

Type
TV series
Year
2001
Status
Ended
Episodes
63
First aired
Jun 3, 2001
Last aired
Aug 21, 2005
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
HBO
Genres
Drama
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Six Feet Under is an American drama television series created and produced by Alan Ball for the network HBO. The program premiered on June 3, 2001, and concluded on August 21, 2005, spanning five seasons and a total of 63 episodes. The narrative centers on the Fisher family, who own and operate a funeral home in Los Angeles. As the family navigates the business of death, the series examines their personal lives, which are described as being just as challenging and unpredictable as the environment inside their funeral home. The show is characterized by its use of irony and dark situational humor, approaching the subject of mortality with sophistication and sympathy. Throughout its run, the series explored various taboo and sensitive subjects. The cast features actors including Peter Krause, Michael C. Hall, Frances Conroy, and Lauren Ambrose. The show received critical praise and earned numerous awards during its broadcast history. Today, the series is available for viewers to stream on platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video.

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“The Fisher family manages a Los Angeles funeral home while navigating their own complex personal lives.”

Reasons to watch
  • explores unique family dynamics
  • features dark situational humor
Keep in mind
  • deals with heavy themes of mortality

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas that examine the intersection of life and death.

The series features dark themes and situational humor centered around the funeral industry.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 13 episodes
Season 3 · 13 episodes
Season 4 · 12 episodes
Season 5 · 12 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who created the series?

The series was created and produced by Alan Ball.

When did the series air?

It premiered on June 3, 2001, and concluded on August 21, 2005.

How many episodes are there?

The series consists of 63 episodes over five seasons.

What is the premise of the show?

The show follows the Fisher family as they operate a funeral home in Los Angeles.

Who stars in the series?

The cast includes Peter Krause, Michael C. Hall, Frances Conroy, and Lauren Ambrose.