Outer Banks (2020)

Kernel Score: 91% · 1,144 ratings

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, Mystery

First aired: 2020-04-15

Seasons: 5 · 41 episodes

Where to watch Outer Banks

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

A tight-knit group of teens unearths a long-buried secret, setting off a chain of illicit events that takes them on an adventure they'll never forget.

Outer Banks parents' guide: ages 13+

Parents need to know that Outer Banks is a teen adventure drama involving illegal drugs, danger, and teens breaking the law during a treasure hunt.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Boat chases and dangerous, illicit adventures create some peril for the teen characters.
  • Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Illegal drugs are referenced among the illicit events the teen characters get caught up in.

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

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Cast

  • Chase Stokes as John B. Routledge
  • Madelyn Cline as Sarah Cameron
  • Madison Bailey as Kiara Carrera
  • Jonathan Daviss as Pope Heyward
  • Carlacia Grant as Cleo
  • Rudy Pankow as JJ Maybank
  • Drew Starkey as Rafe Cameron
  • J Anthony Crane as Chandler Groff
  • Rigo Sanchez as Lightner

Outer Banks FAQ

Is Outer Banks good?

Outer Banks has a 91% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,144 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Outer Banks?

In the US you can stream Outer Banks on Netflix.

Is Outer Banks OK for kids?

Outer Banks is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Outer Banks is a teen adventure drama involving illegal drugs, danger, and teens breaking the law during a treasure hunt.

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