The Returned
Created by Carlton Cuse
On A&E
A supernatural drama about resurrection that explores grief, displacement, and the uncanny weight of the returned dead on a small community.
A small town that is turned upside down when several local people, who have long been presumed dead, suddenly reappear; their presence creates both positive and negative consequences. As families are reunited, the lives of those who were left behind are challenged both physically and emotionally.
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Questions people ask
Is The Returned sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is The Returned one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 88% of series.
Is The Returned scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.
Is The Returned easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 70% of series.
Does The Returned leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of series.
Is The Returned violent? Not especially. Less violent than 61% of series.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Distinctly its own thing.
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Like The Returned
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Returned
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Returned, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Returned, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Returned, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
