What is The Society about?

The Society is an American mystery teen drama television series that debuted on Netflix on May 10, 2019. Crafted by Christopher Keyser, the narrative centers around a group of teenagers from the affluent town of West Ham, Connecticut. The story unfolds when the town's teenagers return from a canceled field trip to discover that all other residents have mysteriously disappeared, and they are unable to reach the outside world due to a dense forest that has encircled the town. With no contact to the outside and cut off from traditional means of communication, the show follows these adolescents as they are thrust into unfamiliar territory, needing to establish their own governance, societal rules, and means of survival, all while confronting internal and external threats. The series is marked by its complex characters, portrayed by a diverse ensemble cast including Kathryn Newton, Gideon Adlon, and Sean Berdy. While addressing complex themes such as democratic governance, social order, and morality, 'The Society' also explores the interpersonal dynamics and evolving relationships among the group. Despite its initial renewal for a second season, the series was canceled after its first season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving audiences with a single season that encapsulates the tension and drama of a community in the throes of foundational change.

The first episode of The Society aired on May 10, 2019 and the most recent episode to air was on May 10, 2019.