Fringe (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Series · ★ 8.1

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Released in 2008, Fringe is a sci-fi & fantasy, drama and mystery series.

What it’s about. FBI Special Agent Olivia Dunham, brilliant but formerly institutionalized scientist Walter Bishop and his scheming, reluctant son Peter uncover a deadly mystery involving a series of unbelievable events and realize they may be a part of a larger, more disturbing pattern that blurs the line between science fiction and technology.

Who’s in it. Fringe stars Anna Torv as Olivia Dunham, Joshua Jackson as Peter Bishop, Lance Reddick as Phillip Broyles and Kirk Acevedo as Charlie Francis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Fringe sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hulu and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fringe page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fringe tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fringe (2008)?
In US, Fringe is available to stream on Hulu, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Fringe worth watching?
Fringe holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Fringe?
Fringe stars Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson, Lance Reddick, Kirk Acevedo and Blair Brown.
When was Fringe released?
Fringe was released in 2008.