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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 151

Sun, Jun 1, 2025

Indiana Pacers punch their ticket to the NBA Finals; CDC warns travelers amid measles spike; Movies to watch to kick off Pride month

Episode 150

Sat, May 31, 2025

Taylor Swift buys back masters for her first 6 albums; Former assistant cross-examined in Diddy trial; Kane Brown talks latest album and summer tour

Episode 149

Fri, May 30, 2025

Disney's Aladdin on Broadway goes abroad; New guidance to spot and escape a rip current; 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner Faizan Zaki talks victory

Episode 148

Thu, May 29, 2025

Quinta Brunson receives key to Philadelphia; Musk ends role as special government employee; Stars of 'Adults' dish on buzzy new comedy

Episode 147

Wed, May 28, 2025

Jackie Chan and cast of 'Karate Kid Legends' talk new movie; Felicity Huffman dishes on new role as woman leaving a cult; Chefs share must-try recipes for National Hamburger Day

Episode 146

Tue, May 27, 2025

Ashley Tisdale talks return of 'Phineas and Ferb'; Cast of 'Adults' dishes on buzzy new show; How to save money on groceries amid rising costs

Episode 145

Mon, May 26, 2025

Deals and Steals with free shipping for Memorial Day; Chef Robert Liberato shares Memorial Day recipes; ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Mission Impossible’ dominate Memorial Day weekend box office

Episode 144

Sat, May 24, 2025

Memorial Day travel rush; NBA playoffs recap and review; What makes a song of the summer?

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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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