The Strain

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A mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism ravages the city of New York.
  • 46min
  • Seasons: 4
  • Episodes: 46
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The Strain

season 1

serie United States 2014 - 2017

Episode rating

Season 1
8.2
E1
7.7
E2
7.8
E3
7.6
E4
7.9
E5
7.9
E6
8.4
E7
8.4
E8
7.6
E9
7.4
E10
7.7
E11
7.9
E12
7.8
E13

Cast of season 1

In order of relevance in the season

Episodes of season 113

  • 8.2
    /10

    Night Zero
    episode S1.E1 july 2014
    When a commercial airliner lands and stands silent, CDC agent Ephraim Goodweather investigates the plane to find that the passengers are infected by a vile plague.
  • 7.7
    /10

    The Box
    episode S1.E2 july 2014
    The four survivors begin manifesting strange symptoms, but Eph and Nora's attempt to quarantine them is thwarted as the disinformation campaign begins. Meanwhile, in jail, Setrakian receives a surprise visit from an old - a very old - acquaintance.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Gone Smooth
    episode S1.E3 july 2014
    Eph and Nora fight to save Captain Redfern's life before coming face-to-face with the horrifying effects of the virus. A spike in rat attacks signals Fet that something inexplicable is happening deep below the city. Released from jail, Setrakian begins his own merciless plan to stop the spread of the disease.
  • 7.6
    /10

    It's Not for Everyone
    episode S1.E4 august 2014
    A secret autopsy demonstrates the bizarre progression of the mystery virus, prompting Jim to make a startling confession. Eph and Nora race to find the father of the youngest victim of the plane tragedy, but someone unexpected beats them to it. Ansel, in the grip of disease, takes desperate measures to protect his family.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Runaways
    episode S1.E5 august 2014
    With Nora gone, Eph reluctantly joins Setrakian's quest in hopes of gathering enough evidence to warrant a citywide quarantine. Fet encounters the unexpected inside the subway tunnels, and a medical emergency threatens Palmer's master plan.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Occultation
    episode S1.E6 august 2014
    After warning Kelly to leave the city with Zack ahead of the spreading plague, Eph is arrested by the FBI. Eichhorst has one final job for Gus, while Setrakian realizes that the coming eclipse is the tipping point for virus infection and the beginning of the end.
  • 8.4
    /10

    For Services Rendered
    episode S1.E7 august 2014
    Setrakian, Eph, and Nora formulate a plan to track down the Master using Jim as bait. Eichhorst and Setrakian's pasts are revealed. At the Luss home, Neeva struggles to protect the children while encountering a mysterious stranger whose help she may not want.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Creatures of the Night
    episode S1.E8 august 2014
    After discovering the potency of ultraviolet light against the strigoi, Setrakian gains a new and unlikely disciple. A quick trip to a Brooklyn convenience store turns into a deadly all-night siege.
  • 7.6
    /10

    The Disappeared
    episode S1.E9 september 2014
    Eph races to safeguard his family, only to learn that Kelly is missing. Dutch reveals her role in Palmer's plan, and Gus is forced to make a difficult decision about Felix.
  • 7.4
    /10

    Loved Ones
    episode S1.E10 september 2014
    Eph investigates Kelly's disappearance and struggles with what he finds. Dutch pursues a plan to retaliate against Palmer, and Fitzwilliam makes a surprising choice.
  • 7.7
    /10

    The Third Rail
    episode S1.E11 september 2014
    Setrakian leads Eph, Fet and Nora in the hunt for the Master's lair. Left behind at the pawnshop with Mariela, Zack risks his safety for Mariela's sake.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Last Rites
    episode S1.E12 september 2014
    Dutch returns with a plan to broadcast Eph's warning about the vampiric plague. However, they face a new threat when Eichhorst launches his own attack against the pawn shop. Palmer receives a special visitor, and Gus gears up for the on-coming fight but discovers there's another mysterious factor involved.
  • 7.8
    /10

    The Master
    episode S1.E13 october 2014
    Eph and Fet recon for an all-out assault that Setrakian assures them will finally kill the Master. Gus aligns himself with a strange new force, one that may swing the fight in an unforeseen direction.