The Head (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Series · ★ 7.1
Released in 2020, The Head is a mystery and drama series.
What it’s about. In an isolated and inaccessible Antarctic research station in which winter has fallen on the South Pole and the sun will soon disappear for the next six months, a small team, known as the Winterers, remain at the Polaris VI Antarctic Research Station to continue their innovative research. Renowned biologist Arthur Wilde is determined to find a solution to climate change, but his quest turns into a nightmare when several of his esteemed scientists suddenly begin to die.
Who’s in it. The Head stars Alexandre Willaume as Johan Berg, Katharine O'Donnelly as Maggie Mitchell, John Lynch as Arthur Wilde and Richard Sammel as Erik Osterland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Head has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Head page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Head tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Stranger Things, House and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Head (2020)?
- In US, The Head is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Head worth watching?
- The Head holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Head?
- The Head stars Alexandre Willaume, Katharine O'Donnelly, John Lynch, Richard Sammel and Laura Bach.
- When was The Head released?
- The Head was released in 2020.