Lexx (1997)
The most powerful weapon in two universes, crewed by the universe's most unlikely misfits — Lexx is cult sci-fi at its most gloriously unhinged.
Lexx - Series Information
- Original Title: Lexx
- First Air Year: 1997
- Last Air Year: 2002
- Created by: Paul Donovan, Jeffrey Hirschfield et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 71 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 61
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: April 18, 1997 (United States - TV-MA), April 18, 1997 (Canada - 18+), April 18, 1997 (United Kingdom - 15), April 18, 1997 (Germany - 16), April 18, 1997 (Australia - MA15+), April 18, 1997 (Mexico - B-15)
- Networks: Syfy, Citytv, Space, Global TV
- Alternative Titles: Lexx: The Dark Zone (DE), Lexx: The Dark Zone Stories (US), Terror no Espaço (PT), Лексс: Темная зона (RU)
- Production Companies: Salter Street Films, TiMe Film- und TV-Produktions GmbH, Chum Television, VIP Babelsberger Filmproduktion GmbH & Co. KG
- Production Countries: Germany, Canada
Lexx - Plot
A Time Prophet predicted that Kai would be the one to destroy the divine order in the league of the 20,000 planets, someday that will happen, but not today. Today a cowardly security guard, an undead assassin, a female with a body designed for sex and a robot head madly in love with her all make up the crew of the spaceship Lexx, the most powerful weapon in the two universes.
Lexx - Trailer
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Lexx - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Paul Donovan
- Jeffrey Hirschfield
- Lex Gigeroff
Main Cast
- Brian Downey
- Jeffrey Hirschfield
- Michael McManus
- Tom Gallant
- Xenia Seeberg
- Nigel Bennett
- Patricia Zentilli
- Rolf Kanies
- Louise Wischermann
- John Dunsworth
Writers
- Paul Donovan
- Jeffrey Hirschfield
- Lex Gigeroff
- Andrew Selzer
- Jon Spira
Lexx - FAQs
Where can you stream Lexx online?
Lexx is available to stream on several platforms in the United States, including Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Hoopla, Plex, and The CW. It can also be rented or purchased through Amazon Video and Fandango at Home.
What is Lexx the TV series about?
Lexx follows a ragtag crew — a cowardly security guard, an undead assassin, a woman engineered for pleasure, and a lovesick robot head — who accidentally commandeer the most destructive spacecraft in two universes. The show blends dark comedy, surreal horror, and outrageous sci-fi across four seasons.
Is Lexx based on a true story or source material?
Lexx is an entirely original creation, not based on any pre-existing book, comic, or true story. It was conceived by Paul Donovan, Jeffrey Hirschfield, and Lex Gigeroff as a deliberately subversive, boundary-pushing sci-fi series produced as a Canadian-German co-production beginning in the mid-1990s.
How many seasons and episodes does Lexx have?
Lexx ran for four seasons and a collection of specials, totalling 61 episodes. Season 1 contained 4 feature-length TV movies, Season 2 had 20 episodes, Season 3 had 13 episodes, and Season 4 wrapped the series with 24 episodes, airing from 1997 to 2002.
Why is Lexx considered a cult classic?
Lexx earned cult status for its fearlessly bizarre tone, combining graphic violence, dark sexual humour, and nihilistic philosophy in ways mainstream sci-fi never dared. Its low-budget surrealism, unpredictable storytelling, and willingness to destroy entire planets made it a uniquely transgressive experience that still fascinates devoted fans.
Who are the main cast members of Lexx?
The principal cast includes Brian Downey as Stanley H. Tweedle, Michael McManus as the undead assassin Kai, Xenia Seeberg as Xev Bellringer, and Jeffrey Hirschfield voicing the robot head 790. Supporting players include Nigel Bennett, Eva Habermann, Ellen Dubin, and Dieter Laser.
What is the content rating for Lexx?
Lexx is rated TV-MA in the United States, reflecting its adult content including graphic violence, strong sexual themes, and mature language. International ratings vary: it received an 18+ rating in Canada, a 15 certificate in the United Kingdom, and a 16 rating in Germany.
Did Lexx win any awards or critical recognition?
Lexx received a Gemini Award nomination for Best Visual Effects in a Dramatic Series, recognising its ambitious production design on a modest budget. While it never achieved mainstream awards success, the series built a passionate international following and is widely celebrated as one of the most unconventional sci-fi shows ever produced.
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