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Panic

  • TV Series
  • 2021
  • TV-14
  • 45m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
11K
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Panic (2021)
No one knows who invented Panic or when it first began. But in the forgotten rural town of Carp, Texas, the game is the only way out. Every summer the graduating seniors risk their lives competing in a series of challenges that force them to confront their deepest fears for the chance to win life-changing money. Anyone can play. Only one will win. Let the games begin.
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No one knows who invented Panic or when it first began. But in the forgotten rural town of Carp, Texas, the game is the only way out. Every summer the graduating seniors risk their lives com... Read allNo one knows who invented Panic or when it first began. But in the forgotten rural town of Carp, Texas, the game is the only way out. Every summer the graduating seniors risk their lives competing in a series of challenges that force them to confront their deepest fears for the c... Read allNo one knows who invented Panic or when it first began. But in the forgotten rural town of Carp, Texas, the game is the only way out. Every summer the graduating seniors risk their lives competing in a series of challenges that force them to confront their deepest fears for the chance to win life-changing money. Anyone can play. Only one will win. Let the games begin.

  • Creator
    • Lauren Oliver
  • Stars
    • Olivia Scott Welch
    • Mike Faist
    • Jessica Sula
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    11K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,497
    362
    • Creator
      • Lauren Oliver
    • Stars
      • Olivia Scott Welch
      • Mike Faist
      • Jessica Sula
    • 264User reviews
    • 27Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

    Episodes10

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    Olivia Scott Welch
    Olivia Scott Welch
    • Heather Nill
    • 2021
    Mike Faist
    Mike Faist
    • Dodge Mason
    • 2021
    Jessica Sula
    Jessica Sula
    • Natalie Williams
    • 2021
    Ray Nicholson
    Ray Nicholson
    • Ray Hall
    • 2021
    Camron Jones
    Camron Jones
    • Bishop Moore
    • 2021
    Enrique Murciano
    Enrique Murciano
    • Sheriff James 'Jimmy' Cortez
    • 2021
    Todd Williams
    Todd Williams
    • Capt. John Williams
    • 2021
    Lee Eddy
    Lee Eddy
    • Sgt. Christine Langley
    • 2021
    David Thompson
    David Thompson
    • Daniel Diggins
    • 2021
    Leslie Ann Leal
    Leslie Ann Leal
    • Summer Calvo
    • 2021
    Jordan Elsass
    Jordan Elsass
    • Tyler Young
    • 2021
    Cosme Flores
    • Drew Santiago
    • 2021
    Kariana Karhu
    Kariana Karhu
    • Lily Nill
    • 2021
    Tatiana Roberts
    Tatiana Roberts
    • Shawna Kenny
    • 2021
    Bonnie Bedelia
    Bonnie Bedelia
    • Anne McCarthy
    • 2021
    Maya Hendricks
    Maya Hendricks
    • Sarah Miller
    • 2021
    Stephen Dinh
    • Troy Van
    • 2021
    Moira Kelly
    Moira Kelly
    • Melanie Cortez
    • 2021
    • Creator
      • Lauren Oliver
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    User reviews264

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    Reviewers say 'Panic' has mixed reception with praise for its intriguing premise, engaging storyline, and character development. Criticisms include clichéd and unrealistic elements, inconsistent acting, and pacing issues. Some reviewers highlight the show's fun and binge-worthy nature, while others find it disappointing and unoriginal. The age of the actors and lack of Texas dialect are also noted as drawbacks. Despite these criticisms, many viewers enjoyed the show and hoped for more seasons.
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    7ChristyGuinn

    I mean, I've seen worse!

    It's far fetched and highly unlikely, but so is 90% of the crap out there. Some of the "kids" are old enough to have high school children of their own, not sure why they have to cast 30 year olds but it didn't stop me from enjoying it. It's fast paced, they don't drag the episodes out too long so that's good. Some things I figured out pretty quickly, just that gut feeling you get after watching a charter for 5 minutes. Other parts kept you guessing and other parts were left completely open ended...just zero answers. All in all it's not a bad series, I wasn't a huge fan of Heather. She just didn't do it for me. She was pretty annoying and seemed to have some weird ticks with her face and arms sometimes. Probably just her overacting. Still didn't stop me from finishing the season. If you're bored and looking for some action, "teen" angst and drama, well you might as well watch this. It won't have a lasting affect but it'll sure help pass a boring rainy day.
    8lucylou3700

    I enjoyed it!

    I started watching because the premise intrigued me. I was expecting something much darker, but once I got sucked in by the characters and the storylines I ended up binging the entire show in one night. Honestly, some of it was a bit too Riverdale for me, but I was also pleasantly surprised by a lot of the acting. Ray Nicholson is my new favorite!! The scenes with Ray and Heather were riveting. I enjoyed the twists at the end. Nicely done!
    6Tetsuya88

    Fun to watch

    Lots of bad reviews here... Ok it's not some masterpiece, but it's a fun watch if you just want to kill some time and don't think to much.
    6stacymots-54257

    a fun binge

    I'm glad I ignored the bad reviews and gave this show a chance. It's not perfect or revolutionary, sure, but it's a fun watch! The story and mystery are engaging and it's a fun concept. If you want a fun binge then give it a go!
    8tbenson97

    Not Bad

    With storylines similar to this one it's pretty obvious who will end up "winning" but I'm glad there wasn't a linear approach to the conclusion. I do hope there is a second season, I don't know if they'll bring back the same characters but it'd be cool to see how things are in their new lives and have them solve the main mystery behind the game.

    The "Panic" Cast Talk Scary Movies and More

    The "Panic" Cast Talk Scary Movies and More

    Olivia Welch, Jessica Sula, Ray Nicholson, Camron Jones and writer Lauren Oliver of "Panic" talk about the first movie or TV show that truly scared them, the surprises fans of the original book will find in this adaptation, and the ways they've overcome their fears.
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    • Trivia
      Mike Faist filmed this show around the same time he filmed West Side Story, hence the reason his character doesnt appear on screen a lot in this show because he was only available at certain times to film while working on West Side Story.
    • Goofs
      Ray's tattoos move locations throughout the series, sometimes within a scene.

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    • Release date
      • May 28, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Паніка
    • Filming locations
      • Austin, Texas, USA
    • Production companies
      • Adam Schroeder Entertainment
      • Amazon Studios
      • Glasstown Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.00:1

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