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The Brobergs are completely unprepared for the sophisticated tactics a neighbor of theirs uses to exploit their vulnerabilities, separate them and turn their daughter against them.
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The Brobergs are completely unprepared for the sophisticated tactics a neighbor of theirs uses to exploit their vulnerabilities, separate them and turn their daughter against them.
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Jake LacyRobert 'B' Berchtold
Colin HanksBob Broberg
Anna PaquinMary Ann Broberg
Lio TiptonGail Berchtold
Mckenna GraceJan Broberg
Hendrix YanceyYoung Jan Broberg
Ava Grace RobertsNicole Paulsen
PeacockUnited States
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Episode 1
A trusted family friend picks up Jan after school to go horseback riding, but as nightfall looms and they're still not home, what seemed like a casual afternoon slowly turns nightmarish.
Directed by Eliza HittmanWritten by Nick AntoscaGuest stars Ava Grace Roberts, Jace Millican, Bree Elrod, Mila Harris, Elle Lisic, Wyatt Parker, Tyler Wojton, Keilah Davies
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Episode 2
The search for Jan escalates as the Brobergs call in the FBI. Jan is tasked with a disturbing life-or-death responsibility.
Directed by Rachel GoldbergWritten by Rachael Paradis, Brian Chamberlayne, Brian ChamberlayneGuest stars Jace Millican, Mila Harris, Elle Lisic, Tyler Wojton, Philip Ettinger, Joe Chrest, Jason Davis, Lauren Revard
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Episode 3
The Berchtolds and Brobergs grow closer, but as Mary Ann and the girls fall under the spell of their fun-loving neighbor, Bob sees him as a threat.
Directed by Eliza HittmanWritten by Julia Batavia, Lucy Teitler, Lucy TeitlerGuest stars Ava Grace Roberts, Jace Millican, Mila Harris, Elle Lisic, Wyatt Parker, Tyler Wojton, Keilah Davies, Joe Chrest
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Episode 4
The Brobergs fight to restore normalcy as they prepare to face B. in court. Jan's anxiety about the mission snowballs with time. Mary Ann's unanswered questions about Mexico and growing disconnect with Bob lead her to a gut-wrenching decision.
Directed by Rachel GoldbergWritten by Marie Hanhnhon NguyenGuest stars Bree Elrod, Mila Harris, Elle Lisic, Wyatt Parker, Tyler Wojton, Keilah Davies, Joe Chrest, Lauren Revard
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Episode 5
When the Brobergs' marriage is thrown into jeopardy, Bob and Mary Ann must face the terrible consequences of their mistakes. B strengthens his sinister hold over Jan.
Directed by Steven PietWritten by Brian EvensonGuest stars Bree Elrod, Mila Harris, Elle Lisic, Joe Chrest, Jason Davis, Kate Adams, Patrick Fischler, Jennifer Schottstaedt
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Episode 6
In Jackson Hole, Jan finds herself overwhelmed by the demands of the mission. Bob and Mary Ann organize an aggressive legal strategy to bring her home.
Directed by Steven PietWritten by Alana B. LytleGuest stars Wyatt Parker, Philip Ettinger, Lee Tergesen, Maggie Sonnier, Norah Murphy, Stephen Moyer, Meg Chambers Steedle, Susan Savoie
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Episode 7
Jan goes missing again and the FBI's hands are tied, but the Brobergs press on in their search for answers. The case takes a heavy toll on Pete as he digs deeper into B's past. Jan learns to blend in a strange new environment.
Directed by Jamie TravisWritten by Brian ChamberlayneGuest stars Ava Grace Roberts, Joe Chrest, Steven Sean Garland, Maggie Sonnier, Norah Murphy, Meg Chambers Steedle, Bonita Friedericy, Ella Jay Basco
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Episode 8
Mary Ann prepares for a high-stakes showdown. Pete works double time to find Jan, disobeying direct orders. Worn down by fear and secrecy, Jan nears a breaking point.
Directed by Jamie TravisWritten by Lucy Teitler, Lucy Teitler, Diana PawellGuest stars Philip Ettinger, Kate Adams, Maggie Sonnier, Norah Murphy, Meg Chambers Steedle, Bonita Friedericy, Ella Jay Basco, Bruce McKinnon
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Episode 9
With Jan home, Bob and Mary Ann take steps toward healing, but as her 16th birthday approaches and the mission reaches its do-or-die moment, Jan prepares for the worst.
Directed by Lauren WolksteinWritten by Alana B. Lytle, Nick Antosca, Brian EvensonGuest stars Ava Grace Roberts, Joe Chrest, Patrick Fischler, Richard Hempton, Maggie Sonnier, Norah Murphy, Bay Allebach, Meg Chambers Steedle
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