Station Eleven (2021)

A luminous post-apocalyptic miniseries about survival, art, and the enduring power of human connection after civilization collapses.

Station Eleven - Series Information

  • Original Title: Station Eleven
  • First Air Year: 2021
  • Last Air Year: 2022
  • Created by: Patrick Somerville
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Mystery
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (46 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 1
  • Number of Episodes: 10
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: December 16, 2021 (United States - TV-MA), December 16, 2021 (United Kingdom - 18), December 16, 2021 (Germany - 16), December 16, 2021 (France - 18), December 16, 2021 (Australia - M), December 16, 2021 (Brazil - 16), December 16, 2021 (Mexico - B-15), December 16, 2021 (Spain - 18), December 16, 2021 (South Korea - 15)
  • Networks: HBO Max
  • Production Companies: Super Frog, Pacesetter Productions, Stone Village Television, Tractor Beam, Shadowfox Productions, Paramount Television Studios
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Station Eleven - Plot

The survivors of a devastating flu attempt to rebuild and reimagine the world anew – while holding on to the best of what’s been lost.

Station Eleven - Trailer

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The end is the beginning.

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Station Eleven - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Patrick Somerville

Main Cast

  • Mackenzie Davis
  • Himesh Patel
  • Matilda Lawler
  • David Wilmot
  • Nabhaan Rizwan
  • Daniel Zovatto
  • Philippine Velge
  • Lori Petty
  • Gael García Bernal
  • Timothy Simons

Writers

  • Patrick Somerville
  • Sarah McCarron
  • Nick Cuse
  • Shannon Houston
  • Cord Jefferson

Executive Producers

  • Scott Delman
  • Scott Steindorff
  • Patrick Somerville
  • Dylan Russell
  • Jeremy Podeswa

Station Eleven - FAQs

Is Station Eleven based on a book?

Yes. Station Eleven is adapted from Emily St. John Mandel’s acclaimed 2014 novel of the same name. The book was a finalist for the National Book Award and the PEN/Faulkner Award. Creator Patrick Somerville expanded and reimagined the source material for the HBO Max miniseries format.

What is the ending of Station Eleven explained?

The finale resolves the conflict with The Prophet, revealed to be Tyler Leander, Arthur’s son. Kirsten and Jeevan reunite twenty years after their separation. The Traveling Symphony reaches the Severn City Airport, where survivors have built a functioning community, and a distant light — suggesting renewed civilization — offers a hopeful, open-ended conclusion.

Where can you stream Station Eleven?

Station Eleven is available to stream on HBO Max (now Max) in the United States, including through the HBO Max Amazon Channel. The complete 10-episode miniseries is available in full. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch for local streaming options is recommended.

Who are the main actors in Station Eleven?

The series stars Mackenzie Davis as Kirsten Raymonde and Himesh Patel as Jeevan Chaudhary. The ensemble cast also includes Matilda Lawler, David Wilmot, Nabhaan Rizwan, Daniel Zovatto, Philippine Velge, Lori Petty, Gael García Bernal, and Timothy Simons.

How was Station Eleven received by critics?

Station Eleven earned widespread critical acclaim, achieving a 98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics praised its lyrical storytelling, non-linear structure, and emotional depth. It was widely regarded as one of the best television miniseries of 2021, earning numerous award nominations including several Emmy nods.

What is Station Eleven about?

Station Eleven follows survivors of a catastrophic flu pandemic as they attempt to rebuild civilization twenty years later. The story weaves between past and present, centering on a traveling Shakespeare troupe and the interconnected lives of characters bound by a famous actor who died the night the pandemic began.

When did Station Eleven first air?

Station Eleven premiered on December 16, 2021, on HBO Max in the United States. The series was simultaneously released in several other countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Spain, and South Korea on the same date.

Did Station Eleven win any awards?

Station Eleven received numerous accolades, earning Emmy nominations including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. It won the Critics Choice Award for Best Limited Series and received nominations from the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the Television Critics Association, among other prestigious bodies.

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