The Strain

The Strain

The Strain

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The Strain

2014- 2017

4 Seasons

46 Episodes

7.5(1929 votes)

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Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Drama

Mystery

Overview

A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.

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Double Dare You

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Cast & Crew

9 members

Acting

Corey Stoll

Dr. Ephraim Goodweather

Corey Stoll

Acting

Kevin Durand

Vasiliy Fet

Kevin Durand

Acting

Miguel Gómez

Augustin 'Gus' Elizalde

Miguel Gómez

Acting

David Bradley

Professor Abraham Setrakian

David Bradley

Acting

Jonathan Hyde

Eldritch Palmer

Jonathan Hyde

Acting

Richard Sammel

Thomas Eichorst

Richard Sammel

Acting

Max Charles

Zach Goodweather

Max Charles

Acting

Ruta Gedmintas

Dutch Velders

Ruta Gedmintas

Acting

Rupert Penry-Jones

Mr. Quinlan

Rupert Penry-Jones

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