Shadowhunters (2016)

Kernel Score: 87% · 1,189 ratings

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

First aired: 2016-01-12

Seasons: 3 · 55 episodes

Where to watch Shadowhunters

  • Stream: Hulu
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

When Clary Fray's mother has disappeared, Clary joins a band of Shadowhunters; demon killing hunters, and gets caught up in a plan to save the world.

Shadowhunters parents' guide: ages 12+

Parents need to know that Shadowhunters is a TV-14 supernatural drama involving demon hunting and fantasy violence, with reviewer-noted LGBT relationship content.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Demon-hunting and fighting supernatural creatures feature regularly, per its fantasy action premise.

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

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Cast

  • Katherine McNamara as Clary Fray
  • Dominic Sherwood as Jace Wayland
  • Alberto Rosende as Simon Lewis
  • Matthew Daddario as Alec Lightwood
  • Harry Shum Jr. as Magnus Bane
  • Anna Hopkins as Lilith
  • Emeraude Toubia as Izzy Lightwood
  • Isaiah Mustafa as Luke Garroway
  • Alisha Wainwright as Maia Roberts

Shadowhunters FAQ

Is Shadowhunters good?

Shadowhunters has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,189 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Shadowhunters?

In the US you can stream Shadowhunters on Hulu and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Shadowhunters OK for kids?

Shadowhunters is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that Shadowhunters is a TV-14 supernatural drama involving demon hunting and fantasy violence, with reviewer-noted LGBT relationship content.

What shows are like Shadowhunters?

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