Westworld 2016
“These violent delights have violent ends.”
What is Westworld?
Westworld is an American dystopian science fiction Western drama television series created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. The show aired on HBO from 2016 to 2022.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 36
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2016
- Last aired
- Aug 14, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- HBO
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Western
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Overview
Westworld is an American dystopian science fiction Western drama television series created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. The show aired on HBO from 2016 to 2022. It is based on the 1973 film of the same name written and directed by Michael Crichton and is also loosely based on the 1976 sequel, Futureworld. The series features a cast that includes Evan Rachel Wood, Jeffrey Wright, Ed Harris, Thandiwe Newton, Anthony Hopkins, and James Marsden. Executive producers for the series include Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy, J. J. Abrams, Jerry Weintraub, and Bryan Burk. The narrative is described as a dark odyssey concerning the dawn of artificial consciousness and the evolution of sin. Set at the intersection of the near future and a reimagined past, the story explores a world where every human appetite, whether noble or depraved, can be indulged without consequence. The series has been available for viewing through various digital platforms and streaming services.
Should you watch it?
“In a futuristic theme park, android hosts begin to deviate from their programmed scripts.”
- ambitious storytelling
- imaginative world-building
- strong ensemble cast
- complex narrative structure
- can be disturbing
Watch it if you enjoy dark, thought-provoking science fiction that explores the evolution of artificial consciousness.
The series contains depictions of human appetites that range from noble to depraved.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Original Oct 2, 2016
- E2 Chestnut Oct 9, 2016
- E3 The Stray Oct 16, 2016
- E4 Dissonance Theory Oct 23, 2016
- E5 Contrapasso Oct 30, 2016
- E6 The Adversary Nov 6, 2016
- E7 Trompe L'Oeil Nov 13, 2016
- E8 Trace Decay Nov 20, 2016
- E9 The Well-Tempered Clavier Nov 27, 2016
- E10 The Bicameral Mind Dec 4, 2016
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Journey Into Night Apr 22, 2018
- E2 Reunion Apr 29, 2018
- E3 Virtù e Fortuna May 6, 2018
- E4 The Riddle of the Sphinx May 13, 2018
- E5 Akane No Mai May 20, 2018
- E6 Phase Space May 27, 2018
- E7 Les Écorchés Jun 3, 2018
- E8 Kiksuya Jun 10, 2018
- E9 Vanishing Point Jun 17, 2018
- E10 The Passenger Jun 24, 2018
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Parce Domine Mar 15, 2020
- E2 The Winter Line Mar 22, 2020
- E3 The Absence of Field Mar 29, 2020
- E4 The Mother of Exiles Apr 5, 2020
- E5 Genre Apr 12, 2020
- E6 Decoherence Apr 19, 2020
- E7 Passed Pawn Apr 26, 2020
- E8 Crisis Theory May 3, 2020
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 The Auguries Jun 26, 2022
- E2 Well Enough Alone Jul 3, 2022
- E3 Années Folles Jul 10, 2022
- E4 Generation Loss Jul 17, 2022
- E5 Zhuangzi Jul 24, 2022
- E6 Fidelity Jul 31, 2022
- E7 Metanoia Aug 7, 2022
- E8 Que Será, Será Aug 14, 2022
Frequently asked questions
What is Westworld based on?
The series is based on the 1973 film of the same name written and directed by Michael Crichton.
Who created the series?
The show was created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy.
When did the series air?
The series aired on HBO from 2016 to 2022.
What is the premise of the show?
It is set in a futuristic park where human guests can indulge their appetites with android hosts.
How can I watch the series?
The series is available to purchase through various digital platforms.