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A disparate group of outcasts and dreamers battle to escape their pasts while navigating the brutal frontier hardships, competing interests, and tangled loyalties at the crossroads of civilization: the New World. Based on the novel by Pulitzer-winner Annie Proulx.
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Barkskins premiered May 25, 2020. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
A disparate group of outcasts and dreamers battle to escape their pasts while navigating the brutal frontier hardships, competing interests, and tangled loyalties at the crossroads of civilization: the New World. Based on the novel by Pulitzer-winner Annie Proulx.
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Episode 1
A group of outcasts battle to escape their pasts while navigating the brutal frontier and tangled loyalties of the New World.
Directed by David SladeWritten by Elwood ReidGuest stars Jonathan Vanderzon, Matthew Lillard
Episode 2
Duquet escapes indentured servitude and finds himself at the mercy of the vast forest. Elsewhere, Goames and Yvon make a chilling discovery.
Directed by David SladeWritten by Elwood ReidGuest stars Matthew Lillard
Episode 3
Mathilde gets back to business after her attack, while Goames hunts for answers. Trepagny joins the eligible men of Wobik for a night of matchmaking.
Directed by Lukas EttlinWritten by Elwood Reid, Adam GlassGuest stars Matthew Lillard
Episode 4
The Iroquois come to Wobik to collect their dead. Trepagny leads Melissande back to the Doma. Delphine embarks on a new life with Pierre Gasquet.
Directed by Courtney HuntWritten by Elwood Reid, Kseniya Melnik
Episode 5
Mathilde encourages Bouchard to reestablish his authority in Wobik before the arrival of the intendant. Melissande and Mari quarrel over Trepagny.
Directed by Darren GrantWritten by Elwood Reid, Walter KirnGuest stars Alexis Lefebvre
Episode 6
Trepagny and Bouchard attempt a daring rescue mission and incite war with the Iroquois. Cross tells Goames and Yvon a secret and plots his leave.
Directed by Dan AttiasWritten by Elwood Reid, Sheri HolmanGuest stars Alexis Lefebvre
Episode 7
Cooke and Mother Sabrine embark on a dangerous quest as Trepagny and Melissande are reunited. Cross leads Goames and Yvon deeper into the woods.
Directed by Louise FriedbergWritten by Elwood Reid, Migizi PensoneauGuest stars Alexis Lefebvre
Episode 8
Preparations begin for Trepagny and Melissande's wedding as Delphine and Cooke explore a future together. Goames' loyalty to the company is tested.
Directed by Lukas EttlinWritten by Elwood Reid, Jason Sack
Episode information updated Sep 10, 2026
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