Plot — What is The Hunt about?
Inspired by a true crime that gripped a whole nation for more than a decade. In the spring of 1999, the body of a 16-year-old girl was found on the outskirts of a small village in The Netherlands, next to an asylum seekers' center. ‘The Hunt’ depicts how the long and frustrating search for the perpetrator confronted the inhabitants and asylum seekers of this little Dutch town with xenophobia, racism, and bizarre and persistent conspiracy theories, fueled by social media. The crime remained unsolved for more than 12 years, until an unprecedented use of a large-scale DNA investigation finally solved the case.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 2024 |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Language | NL |
| Seasons | 1 (6 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 75% (7.5/10, 13 votes) |
The Hunt — FAQ
Is The Hunt worth watching? The Hunt holds a 7.5/10 rating from 13 viewers. Inspired by a true crime that gripped a whole nation for more than a decade. In the spring of 1999, the body of a 16-year-old girl was found on the outskirts of a small village in The Netherlands, next to an asylum seeke
Who is behind The Hunt? Created by Michiel van Erp.
Who is in the cast of The Hunt? It stars Eefje Paddenburg, Aus Greidanus Jr., Abke Haring, Richelle Plantinga, Mara van Vlijmen, Hans Kesting and more.
Where can I stream The Hunt? You can stream The Hunt on Viaplay Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Hunt release? It first aired in 2024.
