12 Monkeys
The provocative story of Cole, a time traveler from a decimated future in a high-stakes race against the clock. Utilizing a dangerous and untested method of time travel, he journeys from 2043 to the present day on a mission to locate and eradicate the source of a deadly plague that will all but annihilate the human race.
First Air Year
2015
Seasons
4
Audience Score
7.4
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Series Snapshot
The provocative story of Cole, a time traveler from a decimated future in a high-stakes race against the clock. Utilizing a dangerous and untested method of time travel, he journeys from 2043 to the present day on a mission to locate and eradicate the source of a deadly plague that will all but annihilate the human race.
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12 Monkeys is a intense pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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