Bodies (2023)
A gripping Netflix limited series weaving crime, mystery, and time travel across four eras of London.
Bodies - Series Information
- Original Title: Bodies
- First Air Year: 2023
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Created by: Paul Tomalin
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 8
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: October 19, 2023 (United States - TV-MA), October 19, 2023 (United Kingdom - 15), October 19, 2023 (Germany - 16), October 19, 2023 (France - 16), October 19, 2023 (Australia - MA 15+), October 19, 2023 (Spain - 16), October 19, 2023 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Netflix
- Production Companies: Moonage Pictures
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: 尸体 (CN), بدنها (IR), Corps (FR)
Bodies - Plot
One victim, found dead on a London street. Four detectives, in four different time periods, must solve the mystery to protect Britain's future.
Bodies - Trailer
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Bodies - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Paul Tomalin
Main Cast
- Jacob Fortune-Lloyd
- Shira Haas
- Amaka Okafor
- Kyle Soller
- Greta Scacchi
- Stephen Graham
- Tom Mothersdale
- Synnøve Karlsen
- George Parker
- Gabriel Howell
Writers
- Paul Tomalin
- Danusia Samal
Executive Producers
- Frith Tiplady
- Will Gould
- Marco Kreuzpaintner
- Paul Tomalin
Bodies - FAQs
Is Bodies based on a graphic novel?
Yes, Bodies is adapted from the 2014 DC/Vertigo graphic novel of the same name by Si Spencer. The comic featured four detectives across different historical periods investigating the same unidentified corpse in London. Paul Tomalin adapted the source material into the Netflix limited series.
What does the ending of Bodies explained mean?
The ending of Bodies reveals that the mysterious corpse found across four time periods is central to a time loop orchestrated by Elias Mannix. The detectives ultimately break the loop by preventing a catastrophic bombing, rewriting history and ensuring a different future for Britain — resolving the central mystery across all four timelines.
Where can you stream Bodies online?
Bodies is available to stream exclusively on Netflix, including Netflix Standard with Ads. The series premiered on October 19, 2023, and all eight episodes are available at once. You can check regional streaming availability and compare viewing options on JustWatch.
Who are the main actors in Bodies?
The main cast of Bodies includes Jacob Fortune-Lloyd as Charles Whiteman, Shira Haas as Iris Maplewood, Amaka Okafor as Shahara Hasan, Kyle Soller as Alfred Hillinghead, Greta Scacchi as The Lady, Stephen Graham as Mannix, Tom Mothersdale as Gabriel Defoe, and Synnøve Karlsen as Polly Hillinghead.
How many episodes does Bodies have?
Bodies consists of 8 episodes across a single limited series season. All episodes were released simultaneously on Netflix on October 19, 2023. The series tells a complete, self-contained story across four interconnected time periods set in London.
Will there be a Season 2 of Bodies?
No, Bodies will not have a Season 2. The series was conceived and produced as a limited series with a definitive ending. Netflix has confirmed no renewal, and the show's status is listed as Ended. The story concludes fully within its eight-episode run.
What is the content rating for Bodies?
Bodies is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. It contains strong language, violence, and adult themes. In the United Kingdom it carries a 15 certificate, and in Australia it is rated MA 15+. Viewer discretion is advised.
How was Bodies received by critics?
Bodies received broadly positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambitious multi-era structure, strong performances — particularly from Stephen Graham — and inventive plotting. Reviewers highlighted the series as a compelling genre blend of crime procedural, science fiction, and historical drama, though some found the time-loop mechanics complex.
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