Killjoys (2015)
Three interplanetary bounty hunters chase warrants — and a galaxy-wide conspiracy — across a volatile planetary system on the edge of revolution.
Killjoys - Series Information
- Original Title: Killjoys
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Created by: M. A. Lovretta
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 50
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: June 19, 2015 (United States - TV-MA), June 19, 2015 (Canada - 14+), June 19, 2015 (United Kingdom - 15), June 19, 2015 (Germany - 16), June 19, 2015 (France - 18), June 19, 2015 (Australia - MA 15+), June 19, 2015 (Brazil - 14), June 19, 2015 (Spain - 18), June 19, 2015 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Syfy, Space
- Alternative Titles: Кайфоломы (RU), KILLJOYS／銀河の賞金ハンター (JP), Килджой (BG), Killjoys (PT)
- Production Companies: Temple Street Productions
- Production Countries: Canada
Killjoys - Plot
An action-packed adventure series following a fun-loving, hard living trio of interplanetary bounty hunters (a.k.a. Killjoys) sworn to remain impartial as they chase deadly warrants around the Quad, a system of planets on the brink of revolution.
Killjoys - Trailer
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Killjoys - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- M. A. Lovretta
Main Cast
- Hannah John-Kamen
- Aaron Ashmore
- Luke Macfarlane
- Tamsen McDonough
- Thom Allison
- Rob Stewart
- Patrick Garrow
- Mayko Nguyen
- Sean Baek
- Kelly McCormack
Writers
- M. A. Lovretta
- Adam Barken
- Julian Doucet
- Annmarie Morais
- Derek Robertson
Killjoys - FAQs
Where can you stream or watch Killjoys?
Killjoys is available to purchase digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The series originally aired on Syfy in the United States and Space in Canada. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming availability in your region.
Why was Killjoys cancelled after Season 5?
Killjoys was not abruptly cancelled — creator M. A. Lovretta and the production team planned a five-season story arc from the outset. Syfy and Space renewed the series for two final seasons simultaneously in 2017, allowing the show to conclude on its own terms with a proper narrative ending.
Who are the main cast members of Killjoys?
The principal cast includes Hannah John-Kamen as Dutch, Aaron Ashmore as John Jaqobis, and Luke Macfarlane as D'Avin Jaqobis. Supporting players include Tamsen McDonough as Lucy, Thom Allison as Pree, Mayko Nguyen as Delle Seyah Kendry, Kelly McCormack as Zeph, and Sean Baek as Fancy Lee.
What is Killjoys about?
Killjoys follows Dutch, John, and D'Avin — a trio of interplanetary bounty hunters operating under a strict code of neutrality as they pursue warrants across the Quad, a volatile planetary system. Beneath the action-packed missions lies a deepening conspiracy involving corporate power, political revolution, and the characters' own hidden pasts.
How many seasons and episodes does Killjoys have?
Killjoys ran for five seasons, each comprising exactly 10 episodes, for a total of 50 episodes. The series premiered on June 19, 2015, and concluded in 2019, delivering a complete, planned story arc from start to finish.
Is Killjoys based on a true story or source material?
Killjoys is an entirely original creation by Canadian writer and showrunner M. A. Lovretta. It is not based on a true story, novel, comic book, or pre-existing intellectual property. Lovretta developed the world of the Quad and its characters from scratch specifically for television.
What is the content rating for Killjoys?
Killjoys carries a TV-MA rating in the United States, indicating content suitable for mature audiences only. The series contains strong language, violence, and adult themes. International ratings include 14+ in Canada, 15 in the United Kingdom, 16 in Germany, and 18 in France, Spain, and South Korea.
What shows are similar to Killjoys?
Fans of Killjoys often enjoy Dark Matter (2015), a fellow Canadian sci-fi series with a similar tone, as well as The Shannara Chronicles and From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series for genre-blending adventure. Classic space operas like Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Futurama also share thematic DNA with the show.
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