The Following
“Killer instinct.”
Series Overview
Notorious serial killer Joe Carroll, after being found guilty of murdering 14 female students on the Virginia college campus where he taught literature, escapes from death row. The FBI calls former agent Ryan Hardy to consult on the case, as he was the one responsible for Carroll’s capture in 2003. Ryan, working closely with an FBI team, including Mike Weston and FBI Specialist Debra Parker, piece together the ever-growing web of murders orchestrated by the devious Carroll.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 45 Episodes
43 min per episode
2013 – 2015
Premiered: Mon, Jan 21, 2013
Kevin WilliamsonLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 15: “The Reckoning”
As suspicions rise alliances are shaken and no one is safe in the harrowing final heart-stopping moments.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
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Last Words TrailerOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2022-12-22
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Williamson
John Frizzell
Alexi Hawley, Brett Mahoney, Lauren Wagner, Kevin Bacon, Marcos Siega
Department Leadership Roster
Lauren Wagner
Producer
Kevin Bacon
Producer
Tim Galvin
Production Design
Marie Abma
Costume Design
Tim Gallin
Stunt Coordinator
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Following about?
Notorious serial killer Joe Carroll, after being found guilty of murdering 14 female students on the Virginia college campus where he taught literature, escapes from death row. The FBI calls former agent Ryan Hardy to consult on the case, as he was the one responsible for Carroll’s capture in 2003. Ryan, working closely with an FBI team, including Mike Weston and FBI Specialist Debra Parker, piece together the ever-growing web of murders orchestrated by the devious Carroll.
How many seasons does The Following have?
The Following comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Following?
Key cast members in The Following include Kevin Bacon, James Purefoy, Shawn Ashmore, Jessica Stroup, Sam Underwood.
Who created or directed The Following?
The Following was developed and directed by Kevin Williamson.