About this series
Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between good and evil and the struggle between free will and destiny; the storyline mixes Christian theology with gnosticism and Masonic lore, particularly that of the Knights Templar.
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Quick facts
First Aired
2003
Seasons
2
Episodes
24
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.9/10
Votes
459
Genre
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Drama
Status
Canceled
Network
HBO
Director
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
Milfay
Ben reluctantly joins the carnival after the bank forecloses on his family's Oklahoma farm. Brother Justin has a bizarre encounter with a poor parishioner. Sofie has a run-in at a …
S01E02
After the Ball Is Over
Ben uncovers a piece of his past as a result of Jones' sense of humor. Justin tries to persuade a parishioner to make a deal in real estate. Sofie endures a frightening mishap invo…
S01E03
Tipton
Ben is the main attraction when Samson refashions the carnival as a religious revival to satisfy a town's moral underpinnings. Justin has a powerful ally in a fight against city ha…
S01E04
Black Blizzard
Jones looks to management when the crew turns mutinous. Appolonia is displeased with Sofie's romantic tastes. Justin faces a difficult choice between his congregations. Ben is test…
S01E05
Babylon
Samson tries to improve the troupe's spirits with a night of revelry. Ben has an enlightening experience at the bottom of a mineshaft. A group of miners is anxious for entertainmen…
S01E06
Pick a Number
Revenge-minded carnies practice their own form of retribution. Justin encounters a group of hobos on his journey of self-discovery. Ben returns from another strange experience.
S01E07
The River
After a recent tragedy, Stumpy and Rita Sue debate their future in the carnival. In her brother's absence, Iris receives help from a radio reporter. Ben helps Ruthie with her act.
S01E08
Lonnigan, Texas
Lodz disagrees with Samson's decision to send Ben on a business trip for the carnival. A radio-show host tries to help find a wandering Justin. Sofie considers a career change.
S01E09
Insomnia
Ben tries to escape his dreams by staying awake. Iris uses a radio ally to help locate Justin. Samson goes back to the drawing board to increase business.
S01E10
Hot and Bothered
Ben and Samson go in search of the mysterious Scudder. Sofie accuses her mother of foul play. Lodz waits patiently for Ben to fall asleep. Justin returns to Mintern with a new plan…
S01E11
Day of the Dead
Rita Sue teaches a newcomer a few tricks of the trade. Balthus is nervous about Tommy Dolan's allegations. Lodz gets approval from Management to help Ben.
S01E12
The Day That Was the Day
A distraught Ben finally meets with Management. In California, Balthus and Justin deal with the tragic undercurrents of their ministry. Stumpy and Rita Sue try to save their marria…
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🎭 Sci-Fi & Fantasy
🎭 Mystery
🎭 Drama
🎬 Daniel Knauf
👤 Nick Stahl
👤 Clancy Brown
👤 Michael J. Anderson
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Questions about Carnivàle
How many seasons does Carnivàle have?
Carnivàle has 2 seasons and 24 episodes total.
Who created Carnivàle?
Carnivàle was created by Daniel Knauf and first aired in 2003.
What genre is Carnivàle?
Carnivàle is a Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Drama series.
Who stars in Carnivàle?
The cast of Carnivàle includes Nick Stahl, Clancy Brown, Michael J. Anderson, Tim DeKay, Clea DuVall.
What is the TMDB rating for Carnivàle?
Carnivàle has a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 based on 459 votes.
