Series synopsis
13 Reasons Why is an American drama mystery television series that premiered on Netflix on March 31, 2017. It ended on June 5, 2020. It was created by Brian Yorkey. It stars Dylan Minnette, Katherine Langford, Grace Saif and Christian Navarro.
High school student Clay Jensen lands in the center of a series of heartbreaking mysteries set in motion by a friend's tragic suicide.
Premise
High school student Clay Jensen lands in the center of a series of heartbreaking mysteries set in motion by a friend's tragic suicide.
Premise: If you're listening, you're too late.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Dylan Minnette as Clay Jensen
- Katherine Langford as Hannah Baker
- Grace Saif as Ani Achola
- Christian Navarro as Tony Padilla
- Alisha Boe as Jessica Davis
- Brandon Flynn as Justin Foley
- Justin Prentice as Bryce Walker
- Miles Heizer as Alex Standall
Supporting cast
- Ross Butler as Zach Dempsey
- Devin Druid as Tyler Down
- Timothy Granaderos as Montgomery de la Cruz
- Amy Hargreaves as Lainie Jensen
- Derek Luke as Kevin Porter
- Kate Walsh as Olivia Baker
- Mark Pellegrino as Bill Standall
- Tyler Barnhardt as Charlie St. George
- Jan Luis Castellanos as Diego Torres
- Deaken Bluman as Winston Williams
- Gary Sinise as Robert Ellman
- Brian d'Arcy James as Andrew Baker
Guest cast
- Uriah Shelton as Pratters
- Brett Baker as Judge Purdy
- Giorgia Whigham as Kat
- Lisa Anne Morrison as Mrs. Antilly
- Dorian Lockett as Coach Patrick
- Tom Maden as Robert Wells
- Presciliana Esparolini as Mrs. Atkins
- Dik Martin as Mr. Cantrell
- AnnieScott Rogers as Mrs. Cantrell
- Henrique Zaga as Brad
- Anna Zavelson as May Dempsey
- Brandon Larracuente as Jeff Atkins
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 49 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | March 31, 2017 | March 31, 2017 |
| Season 2 | 13 | May 18, 2018 | May 18, 2018 |
| Season 3 | 13 | August 23, 2019 | August 23, 2019 |
| Season 4 | 10 | June 5, 2020 | June 5, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Tape 1, Side A As the school mourns the death of Hannah Baker, her friend Clay receives a box of tapes with messages she recorded before she died by suicide. |
March 31, 2017 |
| 2 |
Tape 1, Side B Hannah makes friends with Jessica and Alex, two other new students. Justin doesn't show up at school, and Hannah's mother finds something troubling. |
March 31, 2017 |
| 3 |
Tape 2, Side A Jealousy and gossip take a toll on Hannah's relationships. As Alex struggles with feelings of regret, the guys pressure Clay into getting drunk. |
March 31, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The First Polaroid Five months after Hannah's death, the case against Liberty goes to trial, with Tyler as the first witness. Clay finds a troubling photo in his locker. |
May 18, 2018 |
| 2 |
Two Girls Kissing Courtney makes a brave decision. Clay's memories of Hannah drive a wedge between him and Skye. Someone trashes the yearbook office. |
May 18, 2018 |
| 3 |
The Drunk Slut Worried about threats against them, Alex and Clay urge Jessica to testify about Bryce. Clay enlists Tony's help to find a potential witness. |
May 18, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Yeah. I'm the New Girl The cops question Clay about Bryce's disappearance. Clay remembers the aftermath of Spring Fling, when he raced to cover Tyler's tracks and met Ani. |
August 23, 2019 |
| 2 |
If You're Breathing, You're a Liar After learning about Chloe's pregnancy, Clay and Ani pay her a visit. Chloe recalls how she leaned on Zach for support -- and that Bryce never knew. |
August 23, 2019 |
| 3 |
The Good Person Is Indistinguishable from the Bad As the police investigation sets the school on edge, Ani remembers that Jessica confronted Bryce. Growing suspicious of Jess, Ani and Clay follow her. |
August 23, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Winter Break The police question Tyler about the guns, leaving the friends rattled. Winston transfers to Liberty High after getting expelled from Hillcrest. |
June 5, 2020 |
| 2 |
College Tour After an incident at school, Clay thinks someone's trying to set him up. Zach and Clay land in hot water during a college tour. |
June 5, 2020 |
| 3 |
Valentine's Day As the school gears up for the Love Is Love dance on Valentine's Day, disturbing phone calls keep Clay from getting in the spirit. |
June 5, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 31, 2017 |
| Last aired | June 5, 2020 |
| Status | ended |