Carnivàle

Name: Carnivàle
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Drama
Released: 2003-09-14
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Nick Stahl, Michael J. Anderson, Clea DuVall, Cynthia Ettinger, Carla Gallo

CANCELED2 Seasons24 Episodes★ 7.9

Carnivàle is a sci-fi and fantasy series on HBO that ran from 2003 to 2005. It was canceled after 2 seasons and 24 episodes.

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NetworkHBO

First AiredSep 14, 2003

Last AiredMar 27, 2005

GenreSci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Drama

Runtime54 min

Created ByDaniel Knauf

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

Production3 Arts Entertainment, HBO

Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between good and evil and the struggle between free will and destiny; the storyline mixes Christian theology with gnosticism and Masonic lore, particularly that of the Knights Templar.

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Cast

Nick Stahl

Ben Hawkins

Michael J. Anderson

Samson

Clea DuVall

Sofie

Cynthia Ettinger

Rita Sue Dreifuss

Carla Gallo

Libby Dreifuss

Adrienne Barbeau

Ruthie

Amy Madigan

Iris Crowe

Debra Christofferson

Lila

Brian Turk

Gabriel

John Carroll Lynch

Varlyn Stroud

Clancy Brown

Brother Justin Crowe

Tim DeKay

Clayton 'Jonesy' Jones

Seasons & Episodes2 seasons · 24 episodes

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E1Los Moscos

Jan 9, 200551m★ 7.8

The Dust Bowl circus troupe deals with the fallout from a fatal fire and, in California, Brother Justin reaches new converts on the radio. Lila wonders what happened to Lodz. Ben takes off to find Scudder.

E2Alamogordo, NM

Jan 16, 200552m★ 6.3

The troupe sends out search parties when a distraught Sofie goes missing. Justin and Iris welcome a new housekeeper. Samson accuses Stumpy of skimming. Ben visits an old acquaintance of Scudder's in New Mexico.

E3Ingram, TX

Jan 23, 200551m★ 6.3

Dolan continues his quest to get to the bottom of the Ministry arson. Gabriel gets into the act with Ruthie, who experiences another supernatural vision. Ben happens upon some distant relatives.

E4Old Cherry Blossom Road

Jan 30, 200557m★ 6.5

Lila hasn't given up trying to find out what happened to the missing Lodz. Iris begs her brother not to harbor so many secrets. Jones finds new work for Sofie. Balthus sees another display of Justin's power.

E5Creed, OK

Feb 6, 200557m★ 8.8

After a conversation with Ruthie, Sofie reaches out to Ben; Stumpy wagers on an important fight. Dolan puts pressure on Justin, who sees things in a new light after receiving a mysterious gift. Stroud's quest to find Ben continues.

E6The Road to Damascus

Feb 13, 200557m★ 8.5

Samson runs into an old acquaintance when the troupe crosses paths with another carnival. Rita Sue's business decisions give Stumpy fits. Justin and Iris struggle with a tough sermon. Libby's honor is in need of defense.

E7Damascus, NE

Feb 20, 200546m★ 6.2

Stroud is closing in on Ben, who pays a visit to a run-down hotel. Justin and Iris pacify a bishop with a good meal. Sabina shares her secrets with Libby; the troupe is concerned about Sofie. Jones gets a favor from Libby.

E8Outskirts, Damascus, NE

Feb 27, 200554m★ 6.2

A local politician receives Iris and Justin's support. Ruthie tries to hide from her visions. Rita Sue takes charge of Stumpy's debt. Smith sees trouble for Justin. Sofie gets new work. Libby has shocking news for her parents.

E9Lincoln Highway, UT

Mar 6, 200553m★ 9.0

Ruthie's latest vision leaves evidence behind. Lila hasn't given up her search for the missing Lodz. Eleanor goes on a picnic with Iris. Justin's powers calm a chaotic gathering.

E10Cheyenne, WY

Mar 13, 200552m★ 6.0

Justin has help avoiding a disaster. Iris locates another branch of her family tree. Stroud tries a strength-in-numbers approach. Libby is cowed by her mother's authority. Ruthie pays another late-night visit to Lila.

E11Outside New Canaan

Mar 20, 200556m★ 8.7

Lila voices her opposition to Samson's itinerary for the troupe. Justin's baptism of the faithful coincides with another tragedy and a startling event in the migrant camp. Libby pleads with Jones to reveal his secret. Sofie sees a familiar face.

E12New Canaan, CA

Mar 27, 200553m★ 6.9

Samson tries to stay a step ahead of impending chaos. Stroud does his best to protect Justin. Ben's powers face the ultimate test.

About Carnivàle

Carnivàle is a sci-fi & fantasy, mystery, drama series on HBO. The show first aired on Sep 14, 2003 and currently has 2 seasons and 24 episodes. Carnivàle has been canceled. It has a rating of 7.9/10 based on 476 votes. The cast includes Nick Stahl, Michael J. Anderson, Clea DuVall, Cynthia Ettinger, Carla Gallo. Created by Daniel Knauf.