Outsiders
Created by Peter Mattei
On WGN America
A dark, violent family saga set in Appalachian isolation, where clan loyalty and survival instinct drive a struggle for control in a world apart from civilization.
A struggle for power and control set in the rugged and mysterious hills of Appalachia, "Outsiders" tells the story of the Farrell clan, a family of outsiders who've been in these parts since before anyone can remember. Living off the grid and above the law on their mountaintop homestead, they'll protect their world and defend their way of life using any means necessary.
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Is Outsiders scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of series.
Is Outsiders violent? Yes, very. More violent than 94% of series.
Does Outsiders leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 81% of series.
Is Outsiders easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Is Outsiders sad? Somewhat. More sad than 72% of series.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
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Everything like Outsiders, and what each one shares →
Like Outsiders
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Outsiders
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Outsiders, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Outsiders, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Outsiders, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
