Episode 1
Pilot
54m7.0 / 10
A teen plunges into danger when he moves in with his wild relatives in a surf community.
Episode credits
Directed by John WellsWritten by Jonathan LiscoGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Conrad Bluth
TV series
Animal Kingdom
2016TV-MA6 seasons7.8 / 10
Family ’til the end.
17-year-old Joshua "J" Cody moves in with his freewheeling relatives in their Southern California beach town after his mother dies of a heroin overdose. Headed by boot-tough matriarch Janine "Smurf" Cody and her right-hand Baz, who runs the business and calls the shots, the clan also consists of Pope, the oldest and most dangerous of the Cody boys; Craig, the tough and fearless middle son; and Deran, the troubled, suspicious "baby" of the family.
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Synopsis
17-year-old Joshua "J" Cody moves in with his freewheeling relatives in their Southern California beach town after his mother dies of a heroin overdose. Headed by boot-tough matriarch Janine "Smurf" Cody and her right-hand Baz, who runs the business and calls the shots, the clan also consists of Pope, the oldest and most dangerous of the Cody boys; Craig, the tough and fearless middle son; and Deran, the troubled, suspicious "baby" of the family.
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Episode 2
We Don't Hurt People
46m6.2 / 10
The Codys must deal with the aftermath of the heist, as they discover all did not go as planned. Smurf dispatches her boys to tie up loose ends, but her efforts are complicated by Baz and Pope’s growing rivalry. As Pope gets increasingly volatile, J finds himself in the middle.
Episode credits
Directed by John WellsWritten by Jonathan LiscoGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles, Spencer Treat Clark
Episode 3
Stay Close, Stick Together
49m5.5 / 10
While Craig recovers from his wound, Baz and Craig deal with some old associates down in Mexico. Meanwhile, strapped for cash, Pope takes charge and ropes Deran and J into a job without Smurf's knowledge. Threatened by J's participation, Deran sends J a terrifying message.
Episode credits
Directed by Christopher ChulackWritten by Eliza ClarkGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles, Spencer Treat Clark, J. J. Soria
Episode 4
Dead to Me
49m5.9 / 10
As the boys gear up for Pope's birthday, Smurf wants to know if they're playing by her rules. J learns more about his mother's estrangement from the family.
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Directed by Karen GaviolaWritten by Etan FrankelGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles
Episode 5
Flesh Is Weak
49m6.1 / 10
When Deran won't come home, Pope goes to extreme measures. Baz gets an idea for the Codys' next job. J goes out with his teacher, while Smurf confronts her past.
Episode credits
Directed by Christopher ChulackWritten by Megan MartinGuest stars Spencer Treat Clark
Episode 6
Child Care
46m5.3 / 10
When Pope tests positive for drugs, Smurf does what it takes to keep the family intact. Baz gets his brothers to rob a house as part of his larger plan.
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Directed by Regina KingWritten by Etan FrankelGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles
Episode 7
Goddamn Animals
49m5.7 / 10
While Smurf takes care of unfinished business, Craig and Deran throw a party at the house. Forced to accelerate his timetable, Baz takes the final step in his long con. J makes a dangerous mistake.
Episode credits
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Eliza ClarkGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles, Suteara Vaughn, Spencer Treat Clark, Kevontay Jackson
Episode 8
Man In
49m8.7 / 10
Tensions run high as the Codys prepare for their big heist. Catherine gets a shock and must decide what's best for her family. J faces pressure from the cops.
Episode credits
Directed by Larry TengWritten by Megan MartinGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles
Episode 9
Judas Kiss
49m6.9 / 10
While the Codys go after the biggest score of their lives, the cops put J in an impossible position. Catherine triggers Smurf's suspicions when she comes over to make amends. Smurf sends Pope to investigate.
Episode credits
Directed by Christopher ChulackWritten by John WellsGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles
Episode 10
What Have You Done
48m9.1 / 10finale
Puzzled by Catherine's disappearance, Baz hunts down all leads. With J caught in the middle, the cops close in on the Codys and threaten to take them all down.
Episode credits
Directed by John WellsWritten by Jonathan LiscoGuest stars Daniella Alonso, Aamya Deva Keroles
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
More about Animal Kingdom
Cast
Finn ColeJoshua "J" Cody
Ellen BarkinJanine "Smurf" Cody
Shawn HatosyAndrew "Pope" Cody
Ben RobsonCraig Cody
Jake WearyDeran Cody
Sohvi RodriguezMia Trujillo
Christina OchoaRenn Randall
Molly GordonNickyCredits
- Created by
- Jonathan Lisco
- Written by
- Eliza Clark
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 75
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
TNTUnited States- John Wells ProductionsUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
Royal Ties ProductionsUnited States
Warner Horizon TelevisionUnited States
Themes
crime familydysfunctional familyfemale gangleaderoutlawsouthern california
