Hannibal (2013)
Both a gift and a curse, Graham has the extraordinary ability to think like his prey—he sees what they see, feels what they feel. But while Graham is pursuing an especially troubling, cannibalistic murderer, Special Agent Jack Crawford teams him with a highly respected psychiatrist – a man with a taste for the criminal minded – Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
Details
First Air Date
4/4/2013
Last Air Date
8/27/2015
Network
NBC
Rating
8/10 (2568 votes)
Status
Ended
Production Companies
The De Laurentiis Company, Living Dead Guy Productions, AXN Original Production, Gaumont International Television
About Hannibal
The series "Hannibal," which ran for three seasons, delves into the origins and complex relationship between FBI profiler Will Graham and Dr. Hannibal Lecter. Based on material from Thomas Harris's novels, the series explores themes of manipulation, moral corruption, and psychological horror as Graham, with his unique ability to empathize with killers, is drawn into Lecter's orbit. The narrative focuses on the psychological tension inherent in a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a serial killer, and the impact this has on those around him.
The show is categorized as both a drama and a crime series, with strong elements of psychological thriller and gothic romance. It features keywords like "cannibal," "serial killer," and "religious symbolism," indicating its dark and often disturbing content. The intricate dynamics between characters, particularly the evolving relationship between Graham and Lecter, form the core of the show. Despite its graphic nature, the series has garnered a generally positive reception, with an average vote of 8 out of 10 from over 2,500 votes on TMDb and an 8.5 rating on IMDb.
The series concludes after 39 episodes, having explored the intertwined fates of its main characters. Its status as 'Ended' suggests a complete narrative arc, though fan discussions around its conclusion remain present.
Why you might be searching for Hannibal
People search for "Hannibal" due to its disturbing and memorable imagery, particularly scenes involving cannibalism, intricate food preparation, and grotesque crime scenes. Specific searches often revolve around shocking visual elements or psychological moments, like characters wearing masks or unusual forms of torture, reflecting the show's dark and often unsettling aesthetic.
What reviewers are saying
One viewer felt the third season significantly diminished the overall quality of the show, finding the ending to be unsatisfactory.
Read the full reviewA fan describes the show as life-changing, watching it repeatedly over several years and appreciating its ending as a complete narrative without needing additional seasons.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about finding and identifying movies
Currently, you can stream *Hannibal* on Hulu. It was previously on Netflix and Prime Video, but has since been removed from those platforms.
No, *Hannibal* is not based on a true story. The series is developed by Bryan Fuller and is based on characters and elements from Thomas Harris' novels *Red Dragon*, *Hannibal*, and *Hannibal Rising*.
There are three seasons of *Hannibal*, with each season consisting of 13 episodes, totaling 39 episodes.
*Hannibal* received critical acclaim, with reviewers praising the lead actors' performances and the show's visual style. Its second and third seasons received near-perfect scores on Rotten Tomatoes, with the third season earning a "universal acclaim" rating on Metacritic, generally being regarded as one of the best shows in the horror genre and network TV.