The Strain (2014)
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The Strain is streaming in South Korea on Disney Plus.
What the audience says
The Strain is one of the better-rated English series out there. It holds a 7.5/10 on TMDB from 2,066 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Is it worth starting?
This is 4 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy, leaning drama. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- Currently 7.5/10 from 2,066 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~44 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 19 · Adults only |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Guillermo del Toro
Cast
Where to watch in South Korea
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 4 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All Disney+ titles in South Korea
Trailer
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