If there’s one series that deserves way more attention than it gets, it’s From. More than just an underrated sci-fi horror show, it’s one of the best TV dramas most people still haven’t discovered. After flying under the radar during its original run on MGM+ (formerly EPIX), the show is finally reaching a wider audience on Prime Video. Viewers who are just discovering it are helping it climb streaming charts again, even a year after Season 3 last aired in November 2024.
Created by John Griffin and produced and directed by Lost’s Jack Bender, From traps viewers in a nightmarish small town that no one can escape, especially once the deadly creatures that roam the woods come out after dark. What makes the series so compelling isn’t just its eerie atmosphere or layered mythology, but the way it balances supernatural horror with raw, emotional storytelling. Led by an outstanding ensemble and a career-best performance from Harold Perrineau, From is the kind of series that appeals not just to sci-fi and horror fans, but to anyone who loves complex characters and themes that transcend genre.
What is ‘From’ About?
From begins with a simple yet terrifying premise. A group of strangers finds themselves trapped in a small town they physically can’t escape. Every road they take loops back to where they started, and as night falls, the terror multiplies. Creatures lurk in the surrounding woods, luring victims with familiar voices before slaughtering anyone caught outside after dark. But, beyond its chilling setup, From is really about the people who end up there. Each new arrival brings their own past, their own guilt, and their own breaking point, thrown together in a fragile community barely holding it together.
Harold Perrineau stars as Sheriff Boyd Stevens, the town’s de facto leader, trying to maintain order in a place where nothing makes sense. He’s surrounded by a stellar ensemble that gives From its emotional depth. Catalina Sandino Moreno and Eion Bailey play Tabitha and Jim, a married couple on the verge of collapse before being trapped in the town with their two children. David Alpay plays a charming but mysterious tech billionaire whose brilliance may be their best shot at escape, while Elizabeth Saunders stands out as Donna, a no-nonsense leader who runs her refuge by her own rules. Ricky He brings quiet strength and heartbreak as Kenny, Boyd’s loyal deputy, and Corteon Moore delivers emotional weight as Boyd’s son, Ellis. And then there’s Scott McCord as Victor, an eerie, childlike recluse who seems to know more about the town than he lets on.
As the mystery deepens, the show balances its supernatural puzzle with grounded, emotional storytelling. The writing team, led by Griffin, blends the creeping dread of The Mist and The Leftovers with the existential tension of Lost. It’s the kind of show that may take its time answering the bigger questions, like why the town exists, and why these specific people are trapped in it. Thankfully, the show paces those reveals so carefully that it never feels frustrating. You’re so invested in the characters and everything they’re going through that the why becomes secondary. That balance, along with the steady anchor of Perrineau’s performance, gives From its emotional weight and lasting power.
Harold Perrineau’s Boyd Stevens Is the Heart of ‘From’
It’s impossible to talk about From without talking about Harold Perrineau. As Boyd Stevens, Perrineau gives one of the best performances of his career with a commanding yet deeply human portrayal that anchors the entire series. For longtime fans, it’s a long-overdue leading role that finally gives him the space to showcase the full scope of his talent. While his Lost character, Michael Dawson, didn’t always get the storylines or screen time he deserved, From gives Perrineau the real estate to shine, revealing new layers of strength, fear, and vulnerability with every episode.
Boyd isn’t your typical horror protagonist. Sure, he’s taken on the leadership role, but he’s not fearless or hardened. Perrineau brings emotional weight and nuance to every scene, making Boyd’s moments of anger and despair feel just as grounded as his flashes of hope. Over three seasons, From peels back his past and the trauma that continues to haunt him. We see how he struggles with leadership, not because he wants the power, but because he’s desperate to keep others safe, even when it costs him his own peace.
One of the most compelling aspects of From is how each character copes with fear and loss differently, and some of the show’s most heartbreaking moments come when Boyd himself begins to unravel. A few standout scenes in Season 3 push him to his limits, giving Perrineau the chance to display his remarkable range and vulnerability. Even when Boyd falters, Perrineau keeps the audience grounded in his humanity. His relationships with his son, his deputy, and the townspeople add warmth and depth to the darkness surrounding them. Hopefully, he’ll get to carry the show through many more seasons to come.
It’s been a full year since From’s third season ended, but the series continues to thrive on streaming – a rare feat for a show that began on a small streaming network. With Season 4 having recently wrapped production and expected to arrive in early 2026, there’s no better time to catch up. What started as a hidden gem has quietly become one of the most haunting and emotionally rich horror series of the decade.
All three seasons of From are available to stream on Prime Video with an MGM+ subscription.
- Release Date
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February 20, 2022
- Network
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Epix, MGM+
- Directors
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Jack Bender, Brad Turner, Alexandra La Roche, Bruce McDonald, Jeff Renfroe
- Writers
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Vivian Lee, Kristen Layden, Brigitte Hales, Jeff Pinkner, John Griffin
