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The Returned

“The dead have returned. But this is a homecoming like no other.”

Series Overview

In the shadow of an enormous hydraulic dam, the lives of the residents of a small French town are changed to their core when hundreds of previously dead relatives all return home on the same day.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Canal+
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 16 Episodes

55 min per episode

Air Date Window

2012 – 2015

Premiered: Mon, Nov 26, 2012

Created By
Fabrice GobertFabrice Gobert

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Oct 19, 2015

Season 2, Episode 8: “The Returned”

After the shooting at the gym, the Séguret family tries to leave town, but Camille realizes that she cannot stay with her family and must join the Revenants. The policeman Alcide brings Simon and Adèle's baby to Lucy, but it is too late; the Horde has dispersed and Lucy thinks they will not return...

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Returned (2014) - Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-01-31

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Fabrice Gobert

Screenplay & Story

Fabien Adda, Catherine Hoffman, Nicolas Peufaillit

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:Catherine HoffmanCharacters:Nicolas Peufaillit

Department Leadership Roster

Fabien Adda

Screenplay

Fabrice Gobert

Fabrice Gobert

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Returned

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What is The Returned about?

In the shadow of an enormous hydraulic dam, the lives of the residents of a small French town are changed to their core when hundreds of previously dead relatives all return home on the same day.

How many seasons does The Returned have?

The Returned comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Returned?

Key cast members in The Returned include Anne Consigny, Frédéric Pierrot, Clotilde Hesme, Céline Sallette, Samir Guesmi.

Who created or directed The Returned?

The Returned was developed and directed by Fabrice Gobert.