"The shadows of Portland hold more than just secrets; they hold the Wesen."
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jan 06, 2017 | Fugitive | |
| E2 | Jan 13, 2017 | Trust Me Knot | |
| E3 | Jan 20, 2017 | Oh Captain, My Captain | |
| E4 | Jan 27, 2017 | El Cuegle | |
| E5 | Feb 03, 2017 | The Seven Year Itch | |
| E6 | Feb 10, 2017 | Breakfast in Bed | |
| E7 | Feb 17, 2017 | Blind Love | |
| E8 | Feb 24, 2017 | The Son Also Rises | |
| E9 | Mar 03, 2017 | Tree People | |
| E10 | Mar 10, 2017 | Blood Magic | |
| E11 | Mar 17, 2017 | Where the Wild Things Were | |
| E12 | Mar 24, 2017 | Zerstörer Shrugged | |
| E13 | Mar 31, 2017 | The End |
Franchise Status: Concluded; legacy continues through active streaming syndication.
Grimm remains a definitive pillar of supernatural procedural television, having concluded its influential run on NBC. The series carved out a unique niche by blending the grit of a police procedural with a deeply researched and expanded mythology based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tales. Its legacy is anchored in the distinctive concept of Wesen, which transformed familiar folklore into a complex biological and cultural reality that felt grounded despite its fantastical nature. By choosing Portland as its backdrop, the production utilized the Pacific Northwest atmospheric greenery to create a visual identity that separated it from the urban landscapes of its contemporaries.
The show continues to be a rewatch staple primarily because of its focus on ensemble chemistry and the evolution of its world-building. Fans return to the series to witness the transformation of Nick Burkhardt from a confused detective into a legendary guardian, but it is the relationship between Nick and his Wesen confidant Monroe that provides the emotional core of the narrative. Its ability to balance monster-of-the-week storytelling with a serialized grand conspiracy allowed it to maintain a loyal viewership that appreciated both the episodic thrills and the long-term character development. Even years after its finale, the program is remembered for its high-quality practical effects and its successful attempt at creating a modern mythology that feels both ancient and immediate.
If you love hunting supernatural creatures and exploring folklore, you’ll adore this epic brothers’ journey.
Like Grimm, Dexter features a protagonist balancing a secret life with supernatural-level vigilante justice.
Like Grimm, iZombie features a supernatural protagonist using unique abilities to solve police cases.
Both shows feature dark, atmospheric investigations into unsettling mysteries that blur the lines of reality.
Like *Grimm*, *Bates Motel* masterfully blends dark supernatural-adjacent tension with complex, character-driven psychological drama.
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