Network: TNT
Episodes: 75 (hour)
Seasons: Six
TV show dates: June 14, 2016 — August 28, 2022
Series status: Ended
Performers include: Ellen Barkin, Scott Speedman, Shawn Hatosy, Ben Robson, Jake Weary, Finn Cole, Daniella Alonso, Molly Gordon, Carolina Guerra, Sohvi Rodriguez, Leila George, Jon Beavers, and Rigo Sanchez.
TV show description:
A gritty dramatic series, this TV show is inspired by the 2010 Australian movie of the same name. It revolves around a 17-year-old who moves in with relatives — a family clan of criminals.
Joshua “J” Cody (Finn Cole) moves in with his freewheeling relatives in their Southern California beach town after his mother dies of a heroin overdose. Thanks to the shielding of his mother, he hasn’t seen this family in over a decade. Surrounded by men (his uncles) for the first time in his life, J finds himself navigating through a new world of material abundance and male aggression as he learns to survive in this new reality — whilst finding his moral compass.
Heading up the family is J’s grandmother, Janine “Smurf” Cody (Ellen Barkin). A seemingly legit businesswoman, Smurf is really the provocative matriarch of a close-knit crime family composed of her four grown sons. Unpredictable and manipulative, Smurf has a warped emotional hold over “her boys” that makes them fear and resent her — while still vying for her love and approval.
Adopted by Smurf when he was 12, Barry “Baz” Blackwell (Scott Speedman) is outwardly the most levelheaded of the Cody boys, Baz is Smurf’s right-hand man in the planning of the family’s armed robberies. He’s also Smurf’s frequent confidant. However, their criminal intimacy is threatened by Baz having a girlfriend, Catherine Ortiz (Daniella Alonso), and a four-year-old daughter. Also, Smurf has a simmering concern that Baz may strike out on his own.
Mentally disturbed and fresh out of prison, Andrew “Pope” Cody (Shawn Hatosy) is the eldest and most volatile of the Cody boys. He’s also Baz’s best friend. While Smurf is happy to have him home, the other boys know what she’s secretly feeling — things would be so much easier if Pope were still locked up.
Smurf’s imposing and hyperactive middle son, Craig Cody (Ben Robson) is a fearless adrenaline junkie. He’s also a recreational drug user who’s not known for his ability to think through the consequences of his actions. Smurf often regards Craig as the easiest of her boys to control.
Troubled and suspicious, Deran Cody (Jake Weary) is the youngest son and the sharp-witted “baby” of the family. Deran has a chip on his shoulder from always having to prove himself among his brothers. J’s entry into the family threatens Deran’s place in the hierarchy for his mother’s affections.
Nicky Belmont (Molly Gordon) is J’s steady girlfriend. She’s in full-scale rebellion against her bourgeois upbringing and is drawn to the Codys for the sense of danger that surrounds them. J worries that Nicky might be in over her head.
J learns that the Codys make their living through carefully planned armed robberies and other criminal activities. Smurf is an intense, beguiling, and complicated matriarch who rules over “her boys” with a borderline incestuous love.
It turns out that joining Smurf’s family comes with more danger and excitement than J might be able to handle.
Episode #75 — Fubar
The Cody boys embark on their most dangerous job yet; Andrew commits the original sin that destroyed the family.
First aired: August 28, 2022.
What do you think? Do you like the Animal Kingdom TV show? Do you think it should have ended or been renewed for a seventh season?
Just hope it is not cancelled be heco they have not pick up new seasons of shows or just out right dropped them an a Lot of good shows have went poof with the Wind
Please don’t cancel Animal Kingdom , its a good show and there aren’t enough good tv series
Love it dont cancel
Please do not cancel
Love it!!! Waiting patiently for new season to begin. Please don’t cancel. Absolutely one of the best shows on TV. BRING IT BACK 🙂
Love it. Wait all season in anticipation of the show.
LOVE IT!!! Do not cancel!!!
I hope this show is not cancelled. It’s the best TV shows on television. It’s a show that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I love every single character. The men are sexy as hell, gritty, and dangerous. Smurf plays the best gangster type Mother. She is boss and her son’s know it. Every actor on the show, is phenomenal. I am always bummed when the season is over. I hope there is a season 5. It will be a huge dissapointment if Animal Kingdom is cancelled. I always look forward to the show, when Ray Donavon has… Read more »
This is one of the best tv series that my husband and I have watched. It is compelling and keeps you on the edge of your seat, wanting for more. It is one of the few tv shows that grip both my husband and I and we always look forward to the next episode/season. The writing and acting is superb although we were disappointed that “Baz” (Scott Speedman) was killed off as he, in our opinion, was a key character. We love how each season evolves and takes the viewer in a different direction – giving no chance of becoming… Read more »
Hated that Baz is gone, but absolutely love the chemistry of the actors and the grittiness the show brings us every week! Also love the music selections that are used in the episodes…when does season 4 start? I am sooo ready:)
This is by far one of the best shows on the air.. I really hope this is one of those shows that lasts for many years to come! It is original and keeps you at the edge of your seat. The only part about last season I didn’t like was how the whole family is out for each other.. since they were always about being there for each other before.. I’m hoping they brung them back together stronger than ever.. but all In all this show rocks!
Great show!!! I really recommend this show but it is very had to watch because its 30$ per each season unless watched on tnt live and its hard to watch it in order if done that way. The only thing i didnt like about this show was the weird sexual activity between Smurf her Sons and J.
Oh please DO NOT cancel this show — it’s amazing!
I live in Hawaii; when does the new series start. Best show on TV
Love it Love it……
Please keep it going . Really love the show!