Viola Davis’s Emmy-winning turn as Annalise Keating drew millions into the world of How to Get Away with Murder — but finding those same six seasons today takes a little navigation. Netflix quietly dropped the series in mid-to-late 2025, and the streaming map has shifted since. Whether you’re a first-timer or returning for one last ride with the Keating five, here’s where to watch, what to expect, and what actually happened to Sam and Wes.

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Seasons: 6 · Episodes: 90 · Years Active: 2014–2020 · Lead Role: Annalise Keating · Original Network: ABC

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Series ran 2014–2020 on ABC (90 episodes across 6 seasons) Disney+ UK
  • Currently streams on Hulu in the US and Disney+ in the UK JustWatch
  • Created by Peter Nowalk, executive produced by Shonda Rhimes Disney+ UK
2What’s unclear
  • Exact date Netflix lost rights in each region Wikipedia
  • Whether additional Shondaland titles will join Disney+ Wikipedia
  • Current availability on UK platforms beyond Disney+ and Channel 4 Reelgood UK
3Timeline signal
  • US premiere: September 25, 2014 (ABC) Wikipedia
  • UK premiere: October 17, 2014 (Universal Channel) Wikipedia
  • Series finale: May 14, 2020 Wikipedia
4What’s next
  • New viewers can start fresh on Hulu or Disney+ Hulu
  • Physical DVD copies still available for Seasons 1–2 Wikipedia
  • Digital purchase options exist across major retailers JustWatch

The table below consolidates key production and broadcast details for quick reference.

Detail Value
Genre Legal drama thriller
Premiere Date September 25, 2014
Finale Date May 14, 2020
Network ABC
Seasons / Episodes 6 / 90
Lead Role Annalise Keating
Star Actress Viola Davis
Creator Peter Nowalk
UK Premiere October 17, 2014

Where can I watch all the seasons of How to Get Away with Murder?

Three platforms dominate the streaming picture in 2026, though the lineup has changed significantly since Netflix’s departure. Hulu carries the full run in the US, while Disney+ holds the rights in the UK and internationally — a shift that settled the licensing vacuum after mid-to-late 2025.

On Netflix?

Netflix no longer streams How to Get Away with Murder. The platform originally added all six seasons on a rolling monthly basis following ABC finales, but the licensing window closed over 2025. JustWatch confirms no Netflix availability in the US or UK as of the latest checks — the series is simply gone from the catalog.

In the UK?

UK viewers have two primary options: Disney+ offers full episodes of all six seasons (direct from the platform), while Channel 4 streams the series for free with ads. Amazon Prime Video also carries the series for purchase in the UK market.

The trade-off

US viewers without Hulu subscriptions face a pay-per-episode purchase path — no free tier exists stateside, per JustWatch. UK viewers have the Channel 4 free option, making binge accessibility more budget-friendly.

Did How to Get Away with Murder get cancelled?

The series ended by design, not cancellation. ABC aired the final episode on May 14, 2020, closing out six seasons and 90 episodes that had redefined the Thursday-night drama slot for Shondaland. When Viola Davis announced in August 2020 that season 6 would be the last, the network honored that decision rather than pulling the plug early.

Final season details

Season 6 wrapped with 15 episodes — Hulu released the last five episodes the day after their ABC premiere, a pattern consistent throughout the series run. The finale aired May 14, 2020, bringing Annalise’s story to a close on her own terms.

“The brilliant, charismatic and seductive Professor Annalise Keating gets entangled with four law students from her class, ‘How to Get Away with Murder.'”

Disney+ Synopsis (official description)

Is How to Get Away with Murder a good show?

Critical reception and audience loyalty say yes — with qualifications. Viola Davis became the first Black actress to win the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2015, and the show maintained strong viewership through its run despite intense competition for the Shondaland Thursday audience.

Ratings and reviews

IMDb’s verified credits page for the series reflects sustained fan engagement across all six seasons, while Rotten Tomatoes aggregated reviews praised the ensemble performances and serialized plotting — though later seasons drew mixed feedback on narrative complexity. The show peaked critically in its first two seasons, with Davis anchoring near-universal acclaim.

“Little do they know that they will have to apply what they learned to real life, in this masterful, sexy, suspense-driven legal thriller from Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers.”

Official Synopsis (Disney+)

Why this matters

Davis’s Emmy breakthrough wasn’t just a personal win — it signaled industry-wide recognition of the Shondaland brand’s ability to carry prestige drama on broadcast television, a feat fewer networks attempt today.

Why was Annalise’s husband killed?

Sam Keating’s death sits at the center of the show’s inciting murder. The reveal — that Annalise’s husband Sam was secretly a serial predator who had abused multiple patients, including Wes Gibbins’s mother — detonated the first season’s central mystery and sent the Keating Five spiraling into cover-up territory.

Sam Keating details

Sam’s murder in the season 1 finale wasn’t a single act — it was a chain reaction. Rebecca Suttles (Wes’s biological mother) discovered Sam’s abuse and planned to expose him. Sam killed Rebecca, Wes witnessed it, and in the chaos of that night, Annalise, Wes, and the Keating Five became entangled in what would become a six-season pattern of violence and concealment.

Editor’s note

The Sam Keating storyline establishes the show’s core premise: not “how to get away with murder” as a tutorial, but how a group of brilliant people become trapped by their own cover-ups. Each subsequent season layers new murders atop this original sin.

Why was Wes killed on How to Get Away?

Wes Gibbins, played by Alfred Enoch, died in season 3 — a choice that shocked longtime viewers and reshaped the ensemble permanently. His death was orchestrated by Laurel Castillo’s father, Dominic, as part of a campaign to control the Castillo family’s political future.

Major character deaths

Wes’s death in the season 3 finale set off a cascade: Laurel’s grief-driven decisions, Michaela’s scramble for post-Keating power, and Connor’s guilt all trace back to that moment. The show used the death to prune an already crowded ensemble, forcing the remaining characters to reckon with what they’d built — and what they’d destroyed — without their most morally compromised anchor.

Editor’s note

Wes was the emotional heart of the Keating Five — the one whose moral compass most closely mirrored the audience’s discomfort. His death marked the show’s shift from ensemble thriller to character study of survivors.

Upsides

  • Viola Davis’s Emmy-winning lead performance anchors every episode
  • Six full seasons available for uninterrupted streaming on Hulu or Disney+
  • Shondaland production quality — polished writing, strong cinematography
  • UK free streaming option via Channel 4 reduces barrier to entry
  • Self-contained murder mysteries per season work for casual binge viewing
  • Season 1–2 widely regarded as near-perfect thriller television

Downsides

  • Netflix no longer carries the series — Hulu or Disney+ subscription required
  • No US free streaming tier — purchase or Hulu subscription only
  • Later seasons (4–6) draw mixed reviews compared to the first two
  • Complex plot layers require close attention — rewatches reward viewers
  • Season 3 death of Wes Gibbins alienates part of the original fanbase
  • Physical DVD copies limited to Seasons 1–2 only
Bottom line: Davis’s singular performance carries the weight across a finished series with strong early seasons. US viewers need Hulu; UK viewers have free and paid options. Catch it before your preferred platform’s licensing changes again.
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Frequently asked questions

How many seasons does How to Get Away with Murder have?

The series ran for 6 seasons with 90 episodes total, concluding on May 14, 2020.

Who is Annalise Keating?

Annalise Keating is the lead character, portrayed by Viola Davis. She is a criminal defense attorney and law professor at fictional Penn State who becomes entangled with her students in real murder cases.

What is the premise of How to Get Away with Murder?

Four ambitious law students enroll in Annalise Keating’s seminar, only to find themselves drawn into a real murder plot. The show follows their attempts to navigate law, loyalty, and deception while protecting themselves.

Who plays Sam Keating?

Tom Amandes played Sam Keating, Annalise’s husband whose secret history as an abuser drives the first season’s central mystery.

Is How to Get Away with Murder on Disney+?

Yes — Disney+ streams all six seasons in the UK and internationally. US viewers should check Hulu, where the series is also available.

What happened to Bonnie’s baby?

Bonnie’s pregnancy became a plot device in later seasons, with her baby taken by Laurel’s father Dominic as leverage. The storyline resolves in season 5 as part of the show’s endgame.

How to Get Away with Murder cast — main actors?

The core cast includes Viola Davis (Annalise), Alfred Enoch (Wes), Jack Falahee (Michaela), Aja Naomi King (Laurel), Matt McGorry (Asher), Karla Souza (Laurel in seasons 1–2), plus Billy Brown (Nate), Charlie Weber (Frank), and Liza Weil (Bonnie).

Who killed Sam Keating?

Sam Keating’s death in season 1 involved multiple parties. The episode 15 reveal shows the night spiraling from Sam’s attack on Wes, culminating in his body being discovered — with several Keating Five members present at different points.