How many episodes are in The Boroughs?

The Boroughs has 8 episodes in this listed season.

When does The Boroughs premiere?

The Boroughs premieres on 2026-05-21.

Is The Boroughs a new series?

The Boroughs is a new series (Season 1).

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The Boroughs(2026)

Also known as Бороуз

Archived · Netflix

7.5

8 eps

S01

MysteryHorrorScience FictionSupernatural

In a seemingly picturesque retirement community, a group of unlikely heroes must band together to stop an otherworldly threat from stealing the one thing they don't have - time.

Feels like

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ON AIR: MAY 21Season 1Archived listing

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