Unspeakable_
In the early 1980s, AIDS emerged and quickly became an epidemic. Those responsible for public safety failed. People were kept in the dark, afraid to speak out. Ignorance, arrogance, politics and economics all lead to betrayal, to cover-up, to scandal. Unspeakable is told from the perspective of two families caught in a tragedy that gripped a nation, as well as the doctors, nurses, corporations and bureaucracy responsible.
Created By
Robert C. Cooper
Network
CBC Television
Episodes
8
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Unspeakable has 1 season with 8 episodes spanning 2019.
Camille Sullivan →
Year context
Unspeakable first aired 7 years ago in 2019.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (1 season, 8 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Emergence (1982 – 1983)
In 1982, two families, the Sanders and the Landrys, are badly shaken when they learn that a mysterious deadly disease called AIDS is threatening the…
02
Contraction (1983 - 1984)
With his son's life hanging in the balance, Will Sanders desperately fights to get those in charge of blood safety to heed the danger. The…
03
Heat-Treatment (1984 - 1985)
In 1985, Will Sanders questions why the Red Cross may still be distributing tainted blood when safe heat-treated product is available. Margaret Sanders battles the…
04
Unsafe (1985 - 1988)
In 1987, hemophiliacs untouched by AIDS believe blood products are safe. But one company's heat-treating process proves flawed and seven more people, five of them…
05
Compensation (1988 - 1993)
Over the early 90's, victims of tainted blood begin to come forward and pressure the government with lawsuits. With Margaret's help, the Hemophilia Society works…
06
Krever (1993 - 1996)
In 1994, Justice Horace Krever is appointed to lead an inquiry into the tainted blood scandal. Shocking revelations and heart wrenching testimony are laid bare…
07
Intent (1997 - 2005)
The supreme court rules in favor of Krever and his report finally comes out. It names many for wrongdoing and aims to rebuild the flawed…
08
Apologies (2005 - 2015)
As the criminal trial falls apart, Ben considers taking matters into his own hands. Peter and Ryan both struggle with illness while forging families of…
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
8
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Robert C. Cooper
NETWORKS (1)
CBC Television
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Unspeakable about?
In the early 1980s, AIDS emerged and quickly became an epidemic. Those responsible for public safety failed. People were kept in the dark, afraid to speak out. Ignorance, arrogance, politics and economics all lead to betrayal, to cover-up, to scandal. Unspeakable is told from the perspective of two families caught in a tragedy that gripped a nation, as well as the doctors, nurses, corporations and bureaucracy responsible.
Where can I watch Unspeakable?
Unspeakable is available on Prime Video. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Unspeakable have?
Unspeakable has 1 season with 8 episodes total.
Who created Unspeakable?
Unspeakable was created by Robert C. Cooper.
Who stars in Unspeakable?
The cast of Unspeakable includes Camille Sullivan, Michael Shanks, Sarah Wayne Callies, Shawn Doyle, David James Lewis.
What is the rating of Unspeakable?
Unspeakable has a rating of 6.3 out of 10 based on 7 votes on TMDB.
Is Unspeakable still running?
Unspeakable has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Drama
