Chernobyl
“What is the cost of lies?”
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About
The true story of one of the worst man-made catastrophes in history: the catastrophic nuclear accident at Chernobyl. A tale of the brave men and women who sacrificed to save Europe from unimaginable disaster.
Cast
Jared Harris
as Valery Legasov
Stellan Skarsgård
as Boris Shcherbina
Emily Watson
as Ulana Khomyuk
Paul Ritter
as Anatoly Dyatlov
Jessie Buckley
as Lyudmilla Ignatenko
Adam Nagaitis
as Vasily Ignatenko
Sam Troughton
as Alexandr Akimov
Robert Emms
as Leonid Toptunov
Con O'Neill
as Viktor Bryukhanov
Adrian Rawlins
as Nikolai Fomin
Alan Williams
as KGB Chairman Charkov
David Dencik
as Mikhail Gorbachev
Mark Lewis Jones
as General Pikalov
Ralph Ineson
as General Tarakanov
Barry Keoghan
as Pavel
Alex Ferns
as Glukhov
Fares Fares
as Bacho
Michael McElhatton
as Prosecutor Andrei Stepashin
Seasons
Episodes
Miniseries
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April 26, 1986, Ukrainian SSR. Plant workers and firefighters put their lives on the line to control a catastrophic 1986 explosion at a Soviet nuclear power plant.
Please Remain Calm
With untold millions at risk after the Chernobyl explosion, nuclear physicist Ulana Khomyuk makes a desperate attempt to reach Valery Legasov, a leading Soviet nuclear physicist, and warn him about the threat of second explosion that could devastate the continent.
Open Wide, O Earth
Lyudmilla Ignatenko, a Pripyat resident, ignores warning about her firefighter husband's contamination. Valery Legasov lays out a decontamination plan, complete with human risks.
The Happiness of All Mankind
Valery Legasov and Soviet Deputy Prime Minister Boris Shcherbina consider using lunar rovers to remove radioactive debris, while Ulana Khomyuk faces government hurdles in determining the truth about the cause of the explosion.
Vichnaya Pamyat
Valery Legasov, Boris Shcherbina and Ulana Khomyuk risk their lives and reputations to expose the truth about Chernobyl.
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About Chernobyl
“What is the cost of lies?”
The true story of one of the worst man-made catastrophes in history: the catastrophic nuclear accident at Chernobyl. A tale of the brave men and women who sacrificed to save Europe from unimaginable disaster. Across 1 season and 5 episodes, originally airing on HBO.
Chernobyl Cast and Characters
The cast features Jared Harris (as Valery Legasov), Stellan Skarsgård (as Boris Shcherbina), Emily Watson (as Ulana Khomyuk), Paul Ritter (as Anatoly Dyatlov), and Jessie Buckley (as Lyudmilla Ignatenko). Their performances are a major reason Chernobyl has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Chernobyl NowWhy People Are Watching Chernobyl
There's a reason Chernobyl keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chernobyl
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How many episodes does Chernobyl have?
Chernobyl has 5 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Chernobyl good? What's the rating?
Chernobyl holds a 8.7/10 rating based on 7,893 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Chernobyl?
The main cast includes Jared Harris, Stellan Skarsgård, Emily Watson, and Paul Ritter, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Chernobyl available in English?
Yes — Chernobyl was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Chernobyl released?
Chernobyl first aired in 2019.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many seasons and episodes does Chernobyl have?
Chernobyl currently has 1 season and a total of 5 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Chernobyl about?
The true story of one of the worst man-made catastrophes in history: the catastrophic nuclear accident at Chernobyl. A tale of the brave men and women who sacrificed to save Europe from unimaginable disaster. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Chernobyl originally available?
Chernobyl was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Chernobyl first released?
Chernobyl first premiered on May 6, 2019 (2019). The series has since concluded its run.
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