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The StrainThe Strain

The Strain is 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. Co-Creators, Executive Producers and Writers Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan co-wrote the pilot script for The Strain, which was directed by del Toro. Emmy® Award winning Writer and Producer Carlton Cuse serves as Executive Producer/Showrunner and Writer. Gary Ungar also serves as Executive Producer. An FX Networks Original Series.more

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Episode 1

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Series premiere. Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara and Shangela Laquifa Wadley arrive in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to put on a one-night-only drag show featuring locals in need of a little support and empowerment, including: Hunter, a young gay make-up artist, Darryl, a local college admissions officer and Erica, a conservative Christian mother.

Episode 2

Twin Falls, Idaho

Bob, Eureka and Shangela head west to Twin Falls, Idaho, a conservative, predominately-Mormon community in Magic Valley. There, they meet Michael, Owen and Amelia, a group of local drag artists who need help forming a community. In order to do just that, the queens work with: Clifton, a young straight musician and Brandon, a trans man, and his wife, Mikayla.

Episode 3

Branson, Missouri

In Branson, Missouri, a wholesome showbiz town smack in the middle of the Bible Belt, Bob, Eureka and Shangela help three locals struggling to be their true selves in a community that prides itself on its traditional, religious values. Among them are: Tanner, a young actor. Charles, a classically-trained dancer. Chris, a father grappling with mental health issues.

Episode 4

Farmington, New Mexico

The queens journey into the desert to help the residents of Farmington and Shiprock, New Mexico foster unity and open-mindedness. In the process, they enlist: Nate, a gay, indigenous photographer eager to make a deeper connection with his Navajo people. Nicole, a proud lesbian, public defender. A local LGBTQ activist who's constantly misgendered.

Episode 5

Ruston, Louisiana

The queens storm Ruston, LA to shake things up for a young gay man determined to be himself, a straight ex-firefighter and more

Episode 6

Spartanburg, We Make It Werk

Bob, Eureka and Shangela reflect on how drag changed their lives.

Season 3 First Look

Swan Song

Hunt the Master

Fight or Die

The Strain - Trailer

About this Show

The Strain

The Strain is 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. Co-Creators, Executive Producers and Writers Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan co-wrote the pilot script for The Strain, which was directed by del Toro. Emmy® Award winning Writer and Producer Carlton Cuse serves as Executive Producer/Showrunner and Writer. Gary Ungar also serves as Executive Producer. An FX Networks Original Series.

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