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From (TV series)

From is an American horror science fiction television series created by John Griffin.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

From is an American horror science fiction television series created by John Griffin. The series follows residents trapped in a mysterious town who must survive supernatural threats and find a way to escape. It premiered on February 20, 2022, on MGM+.

Premise

The show centers on a small, nightmarish town in middle America that prevents people from leaving. The trapped residents search for an exit while trying to stay alive amid supernatural threats, including creatures that appear at night.

Production and broadcast

From was created by John Griffin and premiered in 2022 on MGM+. Available sources identify it as an English-language American series in the horror and science fiction genres.

Reception and popularity

Coverage from entertainment outlets describes the series as suspenseful and mystery-driven, with comparisons to Lost. It has also been described as a notable modern horror series on television.

Seasons and status

Sources from 2026 indicate the series had reached at least a fourth season and had been renewed for a fifth and final season planned for 2027.

Key facts

  • The series is set in a town that traps people who enter it.
  • Residents must survive creature threats from the forest.
  • Created by John Griffin.
  • Premiered February 20, 2022 on MGM+.
  • Renewed for a fifth and final season planned for 2027.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers can access or follow the series through its international streaming and entertainment coverage, but the available sources do not identify any specific Canadian production ties.

Frequently asked questions

What is From about?
It follows people trapped in a mysterious town who must survive supernatural dangers while looking for a way out.
Who created From?
John Griffin created the series and is also credited as its screenwriter.
What genre is From?
It is generally classified as horror and science fiction.
Where does From air?
The series airs on MGM+.
When did From first premiere?
It premiered on February 20, 2022.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_(TV_series)
    Supports: Original release date and general series identification.
  2. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/from/1030923540/
    Supports: Series premise and setting.
  3. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/from
    Supports: Creator, genre, network, rating, language, and release date.
  4. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt9813792/
    Supports: Country of origin, premise, and release information.
  5. USA Todayhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2026/06/27/from-season-4-finale-watch/90576370007/
    Supports: 2026 status update and fifth season renewal.
  6. Rokuhttps://www.roku.com/whats-on/tv-shows/from?id=fd1b691790ad50d9a665086dc3008fc6
    Supports: Series timeframe, genre description, and synopsis.
  7. Forbeshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2026/07/10/a-surprising-update-on-the-from-season-5-release-date/
    Supports: Season 5 production/update context.