---
title: "Wynonna Earp"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/wynonna-earp-2016"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 65988
imdb_id: "tt4878326"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 4
episodes_count: 49
runtime_minutes: 44
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 812
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Wynonna Earp (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/wynonna-earp-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Wynonna Earp is a supernatural Western television series developed by Emily Andras and based on the comic book series by Beau Smith. The series premiered in the United States on Syfy and in Canada on CHCH-DT. Melanie Scrofano portrays the titular character, the great-great-granddaughter of legendary lawman Wyatt Earp. The show follows Wynonna as she battles demons and other creatures with her unique abilities and a posse of dysfunctional allies. The series is a Canadian-American production and is based on the IDW comic book series by Beau Smith. Wynonna Earp is the only thing that can bring the paranormal to justice. The show features a cast including Melanie Scrofano, Tim Rozon, Dominique Provost-Chalkley, and Katherine Barrell. Wynonna Earp is a unique blend of supernatural and Western elements, making it a distinct television series.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A modern supernatural western where Wyatt Earp's descendant fights paranormal threats."

### Why Watch
- Unique supernatural western setting
- Strong female lead character
- Blend of action and humor

### Caveats & Content Note
- May be too violent for some viewers
- Premature ending due to cancellation
- Tone & Suitability: Contains violence, some gore, and mature themes suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, western, action, humor, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, Spectrum On Demand | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sky Go, Now TV | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | Amazon Prime Video, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (13 Episodes)
Wynonna Earp is a television series that follows the story of Wyatt Earp's great granddaughter Wynonna. She has returned to her hometown of Purgatory, where she is destined to take on the role of demon protector. Her primary enemy is the Revenants, which are the resurrected souls of criminals that Wyatt Earp once defeated. Wynonna must work with her sister Waverly, Agent Dolls, and Doc Holliday to stop the Revenants from taking over the town and escaping into the world. The series is a blend of action, adventure, science fiction, and fantasy elements, set in a Western environment.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 49
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 10 (20%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 39 (80%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Emily Andras
- **Networks / Studios**: Syfy, Space, CTV Sci-Fi Channel

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Melanie Scrofano** as *Wynonna Earp*
- **Tim Rozon** as *John Henry 'Doc' Holliday*
- **Dominique Provost-Chalkley** as *Waverly Earp*
- **Katherine Barrell** as *Nicole Haught*
- **Varun Saranga** as *Jeremy Chetri*
- **Greg Lawson** as *Sheriff Randy Nedley*
- **Shamier Anderson** as *Xavier Dolls*
- **Michael Eklund** as *Bobo Del Rey / Robert Svane*
- **Dani Kind** as *Mercedes Gardner*
- **Chantel Riley** as *Kate*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this show based on a comic book?
Yes, it's based on a comic series of the same name.

### Q: What genre is this show?
It's a supernatural western with action and horror elements.

### Q: Who is the main character?
Wynonna Earp, the great granddaughter of legendary lawman Wyatt Earp.

### Q: Is the show finished or ongoing?
The show was cancelled after four seasons.

### Q: Does it have a lot of violence?
Yes, it contains significant violence and some gore as part of its supernatural action.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Wynonna Judd Official Website](https://www.wynonna.com/)
- [Wynonna Earp (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wynonna_Earp_(TV_series))
- [Wynonna Judd - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wynonna_Judd)
- [Wynonna Earp (TV Series 2016-2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4878326/)
- [Wynonna Earp (TV series) | Wynonna Earp Wiki | Fandom](https://wynonnaearp.fandom.com/wiki/Wynonna_Earp_(TV_series))
- [Wynonna Judd - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxtzJkaJAbvEX52EaLMKicw)

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