Wayward Pines (2015)
A secret service agent uncovers a sinister truth in a seemingly perfect town he cannot escape.
Imagine the perfect American town... beautiful homes, manicured lawns, children playing safely in the streets. Now imagine never being able to leave. You have no communication with the outside world. You think you're going insane. You must be in Wayward Pines.
How intense is Wayward Pines?
Wayward Pines is mildly scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-14.
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- suspensefulgritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Wayward Pines
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 11, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Wayward Pines for you?
Is Wayward Pines scary?
Only a little. Wayward Pines has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Wayward Pines gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Wayward Pines sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Wayward Pines OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Wayward Pines?
Episodes run about 43m.
Where can I stream Wayward Pines?
Wayward Pines is streaming on Hulu.
Does Wayward Pines have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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