The Head(2020)
You can escape the law, not your fate.
Synopsis
In an isolated and inaccessible Antarctic research station in which winter has fallen on the South Pole and the sun will soon disappear for the next six months, a small team, known as the Winterers, remain at the Polaris VI Antarctic Research Station to continue their innovative research. Renowned biologist Arthur Wilde is determined to find a solution to climate change, but his quest turns into a nightmare when several of his esteemed scientists suddenly begin to die.
Created by Àlex Pastor, David Pastor
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Season 1
6 episodes · 2020
Winter has hit the South Pole, which means that the sun will soon set for the next six months. A number of scientists remain at the Polaris VI station to continue their research. After the winter, Johan Berg returns to base, finding most of the team dead or missing. Maggie is the only one found at the station alive.
Season 2
6 episodes · 2022
Season 3
6 episodes · 2024
On this occasion, the team of scientists changes scenery, heading to a lawless desert to continue their research. When the director of the experiment is found decapitated, they must once again fight for their survival in an environment where nature is not the only hostile force.
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The Head is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Head come out?+
The Head was first aired in 2020.
How many seasons of The Head are there?+
The Head has 3 seasons and 18 episodes in total.
Who created The Head?+
The Head was created by Àlex Pastor and David Pastor.
Who stars in The Head?+
The Head stars Katharine O'Donnelly, John Lynch, Olivia Morris, Ben Cura and Stanley Weber.
Is The Head worth watching?+
The Head holds a 7.1/10 rating from 197 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of mystery and drama.
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