Grimm (2011)

Kernel Score: 91% · 3,460 ratings

Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

First aired: 2011-10-28

Seasons: 6 · 122 episodes

Is Grimm worth watching?

Worth watching. A Portland homicide detective learns he descends from monster hunters, and each case comes with a fairy-tale creature. It is a fun, easy mix of police procedural and fantasy that gets better as the long story builds.

Watch it if you

  • like cop shows with a supernatural twist
  • enjoy fairy-tale creatures and monsters
  • want a long, easygoing binge

Skip it if you

  • dislike case-of-the-week structure
  • want tight, serious drama

Best for: Binge weekend

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Grimm

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.

Grimm parents' guide: ages 12+

Parents need to know that Grimm is a TV-14 supernatural detective drama involving creatures and homicide investigations.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Homicide detective work involving supernatural creatures and fighting per keywords.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Shows like Grimm

If you liked Grimm, these are the shows we'd watch next.

  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) — 90%: Fantasy-meets-crime formula with a monster-hunting hero.
  • Angel (1999) — 88%: Supernatural detective show with a brooding lead.
  • Veronica Mars (2004) — 86%: Mystery series with a sharp lead and a town full of secrets.
  • Life on Mars (2006) — 88%: Cop show with a strange fantastical twist.
  • Carnival Row (2019) — 88%: Fantasy-flavored detective story in a world of mythical creatures.
  • Luther (2010) — 88%: Gritty London detective drama, darker and more intense.

Cast

  • David Giuntoli as Nick Burkhardt
  • Silas Weir Mitchell as Monroe
  • Russell Hornsby as Hank Griffin
  • Sasha Roiz as Sean Renard
  • Reggie Lee as Drew Wu
  • Bree Turner as Rosalee Calvert
  • Claire Coffee as Adalind Schade
  • Elizabeth Tulloch as Eve

Grimm FAQ

Is Grimm worth watching?

Worth watching. A Portland homicide detective learns he descends from monster hunters, and each case comes with a fairy-tale creature. It is a fun, easy mix of police procedural and fantasy that gets better as the long story builds.

Where can I watch Grimm?

In the US you can stream Grimm on Prime Video and Peacock, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Grimm OK for kids?

Grimm is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that Grimm is a TV-14 supernatural detective drama involving creatures and homicide investigations.

What shows are like Grimm?

If you liked Grimm, try Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Veronica Mars and Life on Mars.