Animal Kingdom
Centers on a Southern California family, whose excessive lifestyle is fueled by their criminal activities.
- Release Date
- June 14, 2016
- Creator(s)
- Jonathan Lisco
- Cast
- Ellen Barkin , Nicki Micheaux , Ben Robson , Jake Weary , Molly Gordon , Shawn Hatosy , Daniella Alonso , Scott Speedman , Dorian Missick , Finn Cole
- Seasons
- 6
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Animal Kingdom: 7 Tragic Characters You Wished Never Met the Codys
The Codys bring the drama on TNT's Animal Kingdom. Unfortunately, that means a lot of the people in their lives become their victims.
Animal Kingdom's Finale Ignored the Source Material - and That Hurt It
TNT's Animal Kingdom took loose inspiration from the 2010 film of the same name. Despite this, the two didn't end the same -- and it was a mistake.
Animal Kingdom: Why J's Big Betrayal Makes No Sense
"Fubar" concluded with J's big betrayal. Not only did the plan make little sense, but it also turned him into Animal Kingdom's biggest hypocrite.
Was Baz Actually J's Father on Animal Kingdom?
Animal Kingdom's characters reveal conflicting information that makes J and Baz's blood relation somewhat questionable, even after Season 6.
Animal Kingdom: What Season 5’s Big Reveal Means for Season 6
TNT's Animal Kingdom wraps its fifth season of crime drama with a jaw-dropping reveal that also teases Season 6's main storyline for the Codys.
Who Was Behind Baz’s Shocking Death on Animal Kingdom?
Animal Kingdom lost a key Cody member in Season 3's premiere, and the TNT series went to great lengths to hide Baz's true killer.
How Animal Kingdom Explained Smurf's Disturbing Relationship With Her Sons
Animal Kingdom's Season 6 flashbacks provide more insight into Smurf's unusual relationship with her sons while sending a shiver down fans' spines.
Animal Kingdom Confirmed Smurf Had a More Heartbreaking Plan For Baz's Death
Animal Kingdom fans were shocked by Baz's death. While his killer was ultimately revealed, Season 2 confirmed it was actually Smurf's Plan B.
Animal Kingdom: Why Ellen Barkin Left the TNT Series
TNT's Animal Kingdom said goodbye to Ellen Barkin's Smurf in Season 4, but the reason for the character's departure is conflicting.
Animal Kingdom: The Story Behind Smurf's Nickname
TNT's Animal Kingdom reveals the origin of Janine "Smurf" Cody's nickname, but the timelines created some confusion among fans.
The Best Shows to Watch After TNT's Animal Kingdom
TNT's Animal Kingdom has come to an end after six seasons. So, here are six shows to fill the void, from Ozark to Sons of Anarchy.
Animal Kingdom's Biggest Differences From the Movie
TNT's Animal Kingdom hailed from the acclaimed Australian film of the same name. Here's every major way it differed from the source material.
How an Unlikely Character Predicted Animal Kingdom's Devastating Finale
While the Cody family was taken back by J's actions in the series finale, an unlikely character had foreshadowed the event long before.
Animal Kingdom Needed to Kill off Smurf for J to Succeed
Animal Kingdom's finale saw J's revenge plan come to fruition. However, it also proved none of it could have happened if Smurf were still around.
Animal Kingdom Proves Its Biggest Mistake Was Killing off Ellen Barkin's Smurf
Ellen Barkin's Smurf ruled as the terrifying matriarch until Season 4, and Animal Kingdom's finale proved getting rid of her was a huge mistake.
Animal Kingdom: Will the TNT Series Get a Spinoff?
Animal Kingdom's sixth season was its last. But with plot threads left open and history to explore, is it possible the TNT series will get a spinoff?
Animal Kingdom's Saddest Moment Calls Back to Smurf's Chilling Words in Season 2
Julia was shocked by Pope's unwillingness to go against their mother in Animal Kingdom. However, the moment calls back to Smurf's words in Season 2.
Animal Kingdom Proves Baz Never Learned His Most Important Lesson
Baz met a grim fate in Season 3. However, Animal Kingdom Season 6 confirms his murder could've been avoided if he learned his most important lesson.
Animal Kingdom Has J Ignoring Smurf's Biggest Rule - and It Could Spell His Doom
Smurf upheld a moral code despite her cold heart and ruthlessness. Now, J ignores it, but it could spell his doom in Animal Kingdom Season 6.
Animal Kingdom Wasted Its Chance for Season 6's Biggest Character Return
Episode 11 of Animal Kingdom's sixth season saw the return of a familiar face. However, it also highlighted a missed opportunity for another cameo.