The Peripheral TV series poster

The Peripheral

2022 · 1 Season · Canceled

TV-MA Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama

Stuck in a small Appalachian town, a young woman’s only escape from the daily grind is playing advanced video games. She is such a good player that a company sends her a new video game system to test…but it has a surprise in store. It unlocks all of her dreams of finding a purpose, romance, and glamour in what seems like a game…but it also puts her and her family in real danger.

Read the book by William Gibson

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Peripheral

Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video.

Amazon Prime Video

Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Season 1 Official Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Inside The Peripheral Season 1

Top cast and crew

SB Scott B. Smith Creator
Chloë Grace Moretz Flynne Fisher
Gary Carr Wilf Netherton
Jack Reynor Burton Fisher
T'Nia Miller Cherise Nuland
Katie Leung Ash
Alex Hernandez Tommy Constantine
Austin Rising Leon
Eli Goree Conner Penske
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Frequently asked questions about The Peripheral

Where can I watch The Peripheral in the United States?

The Peripheral is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is The Peripheral on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes. The Peripheral is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States.

Can I watch The Peripheral for free?

The Peripheral streams free with ads in the United States on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Peripheral?

The Peripheral scores 7.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Peripheral?

The Peripheral stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Gary Carr, Jack Reynor, T'Nia Miller, and Katie Leung. Scott B. Smith is the creator.

How many seasons of The Peripheral are there?

The Peripheral has 1 season and 8 episodes, and is canceled.

What network is The Peripheral on?

The Peripheral airs on Prime Video, and is produced by Kilter Films, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros. Television.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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