The Leftovers (2014)
Kernel Score: 87% · 1,155 ratings
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
First aired: 2014-06-29
Seasons: 3 · 28 episodes
Where to watch The Leftovers
- Stream: HBO Max
- Buy: Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When 2% of the world's population abruptly disappears without explanation, the world struggles to understand just what they're supposed to do about it. This is the story of the people who didn't make the cut.
The Leftovers parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Leftovers is a somber TV-MA drama about grief and societal breakdown after 2% of the population vanishes.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Depicts disturbing scenes tied to grief, cult behavior, and societal unraveling, per its TV-MA rating.
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
- Justin Theroux as Kevin Garvey
- Amy Brenneman as Laurie Garvey
- Christopher Eccleston as Matt Jamison
- Chris Zylka as Tom Garvey
- Carrie Coon as Nora Durst
- Kevin Carroll as John Murphy
- Jovan Adepo as Michael Murphy
The Leftovers FAQ
Is The Leftovers good?
The Leftovers has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,155 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Leftovers?
In the US you can stream The Leftovers on HBO Max and buy it from Google Play.
Is The Leftovers OK for kids?
The Leftovers is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Leftovers is a somber TV-MA drama about grief and societal breakdown after 2% of the population vanishes.
What shows are like The Leftovers?
If you liked The Leftovers, try FROM, The Institute, Wolf Pack and IT: Welcome to Derry.