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Wayward Pines 2015

“One road in. No road out.”

★ 6.9/10 · 920 votes TV-14 DramaMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy 2 seasons · 20 eps Canceled
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What is Wayward Pines?

The television series Wayward Pines is a psychological thriller that explores the story of a mysterious town. The series is based on Blake Crouch's international best-selling series of books and was brought to life by M.

Type
TV series
Year
2015
Status
Canceled
Episodes
20
Runtime
43 minutes
First aired
May 14, 2015
Last aired
Jul 27, 2016
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
FOX
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

The television series Wayward Pines is a psychological thriller that explores the story of a mysterious town. The series is based on Blake Crouch's international best-selling series of books and was brought to life by M. Night Shyamalan. It follows the story of Secret Service Agent Ethan Burke, played by Matt Dillon, who drives to the town of Wayward Pines, Idaho, in search of two missing federal agents. The town appears to be a perfect American town with beautiful homes and manicured lawns, but the residents are unable to leave and have no communication with the outside world. This setup creates a sense of isolation and suspense, leading to a thrilling story. The series is available to watch on Disney+, and it has been described as an intense psychological thriller.

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Should you watch it?

“A man discovers a picturesque American town from which there is no escape.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling central mystery
  • atmospheric setting
Keep in mind
  • limited communication with the outside world
  • disorienting narrative

Watch it if you enjoy psychological thrillers centered on small-town secrets.

The series features themes of isolation and psychological distress.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the setting?

The series takes place in an American town called Wayward Pines.

Can residents leave the town?

The premise suggests that residents are unable to leave.

Is the town dangerous?

The town is presented as a place where residents may feel they are going insane.

What is the status of outside communication?

Residents have no communication with the outside world.

What is the tone of the town?

The town appears perfect with beautiful homes and manicured lawns.