# The White Lotus (2021–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/the-white-lotus/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-27

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 82% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 90/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 82% |
| Metascore | 80/100 |
| IMDb | 7.9/10 |
| Fan Score | 80% |
| Creator | Mike White |
| Platform | HBO Max |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Mystery |
| Seasons | 3 (21 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

The White Lotus (2021–present) is a Comedy, Drama, Mystery series created by Mike White, streaming on HBO Max. It holds a 82% Celluloid Score — Recommended — from Celluloid editorial (90%), Metascore (80/100), IMDb (7.9/10), TMDB fan (80%) across 3 seasons. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 82%.

## Celluloid verdict

Mike White's anthology satire skewers privilege with wit and cruelty in equal measure, powered by knockout ensemble casts — a vacation you can't look away from even as the tan lines curdle into dread.

## Synopsis

Each season checks a fresh set of wealthy guests into a luxury resort where a death is teased from the opening minutes, then peels back the pampered surface to expose the class resentment, marital rot and quiet desperation simmering beneath the poolside calm.

## Cast

Jennifer Coolidge, Murray Bartlett, Aubrey Plaza, Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is The White Lotus worth watching?**
Yes — The White Lotus earns a 82% Celluloid Score (Recommended), from editorial 90%, Metascore 80/100, IMDb 7.9/10, TMDB fan 80%. Audience snapshot is separate (82%). Mike White's anthology satire skewers privilege with wit and cruelty in equal measure, powered by knockout ensemble casts — a vacation you can't look away from even as the tan lines curdle into dread.

**Why is The White Lotus so highly rated?**
The White Lotus scores 82% from four inputs: Celluloid editorial 90/100, Metacritic 80/100, IMDb 7.9/10 and TMDB fan rating 80%. The separate audience snapshot is 82%. Mike White's anthology satire skewers privilege with wit and cruelty in equal measure, powered by knockout ensemble casts — a vacation you can't look away from even as the tan lines curdle into dread. See the full breakdown on the The White Lotus series page.

**Is The White Lotus on Netflix?**
No — The White Lotus is not on Netflix. It streams on HBO Max, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**Is The White Lotus on HBO Max?**
Yes — The White Lotus is available on HBO Max in many regions (catalogued under HBO Max on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the HBO Max app or the where-to-watch notes.

**What year did The White Lotus come out?**
The White Lotus first aired in 2021 and is still running (2021–present). Created by Mike White; it streams on HBO Max today.

**How many seasons of The White Lotus are there?**
The White Lotus has 3 seasons across 21 episodes (2021–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**How long does it take to watch The White Lotus?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, The White Lotus’s 21 episodes take roughly 16 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch The White Lotus?**
The White Lotus streams on HBO Max in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of The White Lotus?**
The White Lotus stars Jennifer Coolidge, Murray Bartlett, Aubrey Plaza, Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs. Created by Mike White.

**How many episodes are in The White Lotus?**
The White Lotus has 21 episodes across 3 seasons (2021–present).

**What is The White Lotus about?**
Each season checks a fresh set of wealthy guests into a luxury resort where a death is teased from the opening minutes, then peels back the pampered surface to expose the class resentment, marital rot and quiet desperation simmering beneath the poolside calm.

**Who created The White Lotus?**
The White Lotus was created by Mike White. It is a comedy, drama, mystery series from United States, primarily in English.

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