Watchmen (2019)
Kernel Score: 86% · 1,548 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Action & Adventure
First aired: 2019-10-20
Seasons: 1 · 9 episodes
Where to watch Watchmen
- Stream: HBO Max
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
Watchmen parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Watchmen is a TV-MA drama with violent vigilante action and mature themes rooted in its graphic novel origins.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Contains violent vigilante action and dark, mature crime themes; rated TV-MA.
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
- Regina King as Angela Abar / Sister Night
- Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Cal Abar
- Jeremy Irons as Adrian Veidt / Ozymandias
- Jean Smart as Laurie Blake
- Tom Mison as Mr. Phillips / Game Warden
- Sara Vickers as Ms. Crookshanks
Watchmen FAQ
Is Watchmen good?
Watchmen has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,548 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Watchmen?
In the US you can stream Watchmen on HBO Max and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Watchmen OK for kids?
Watchmen is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Watchmen is a TV-MA drama with violent vigilante action and mature themes rooted in its graphic novel origins.
What shows are like Watchmen?
If you liked Watchmen, try Marvel's The Punisher, Marvel's Daredevil, Titans and The Walking Dead.