Ultraviolet (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Series · ★ 7.2
Released in 1998, Ultraviolet is a drama and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. With the growing threat of viral epidemic and the possibility of worldwide environmental catastrophe, humanity has an unprecedented ability to destroy itself, and vampires need to take control of their threatened food source. CIB is a clandestine, elite government unit that hunts vampires, referred to as 'Code Fives' or 'leeches'. DS Michael Colefield joins the team after his partner is turned, blending a realistic, scientific approach with modern vampire mythology, including their inability to appear on video or audio recordings.
Who’s in it. Ultraviolet stars Jack Davenport as Michael Colefield, Susannah Harker as Dr Angela March, Idris Elba as Vaughan Rice and Philip Quast as Father Pearse J. Harman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Ultraviolet has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ultraviolet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ultraviolet tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ultraviolet (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ultraviolet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ultraviolet worth watching?
- Ultraviolet holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ultraviolet?
- Ultraviolet stars Jack Davenport, Susannah Harker, Idris Elba, Philip Quast and Colette Brown.
- When was Ultraviolet released?
- Ultraviolet was released in 1998.