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A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.
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Checked Sep 5, 2026
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A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.
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Episode 1
Norman fixates on the death of Miss Watson. Norma gets unexpected news about the bypass project while Bradley's hunt for her father's killer drives her to dangerous extremes.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Nicola Peltz, Ian Tracey, Richard Harmon, Vincent Gale, Paul Jarrett, Robert Moloney, Gillian Barber, Loretta Walsh
Episode 2
Norma tries to distract Norman from his obsession with Miss Watson by having him audition for a play. A new player in town has Dylan and Remo on edge.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry EhrinGuest stars Nicola Peltz, Kenny Johnson, Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Paloma Kwiatkowski, Rebecca Creskoff, Brendan Fletcher, Veena Sood
Episode 3
Norma meets an ally in her battle to stop the bypass. Emma's memorial for a friend leads to a new relationship. Norman falls under the influence of a townie girl.
Directed by Lodge KerriganWritten by Alexandra CunninghamGuest stars Kenny Johnson, Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Paloma Kwiatkowski, Michael Vartan, Rebecca Creskoff, Michael O'Neill, Harrison MacDonald
Episode 4
A new revelation forces Dylan to question his loyalty to Norma and Norman. Christine brings Norma into the White Pine social scene.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by Liz TigelaarGuest stars Kenny Johnson, Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Paloma Kwiatkowski, Michael Vartan, Rebecca Creskoff, Martin Cummins, Jackie Blackmore
Episode 5
Norman trusts Cody with a family secret. Dylan finds himself fighting for his life as Zane’s war escalates. Norma makes a deal with a mysterious man to help stop the bypass.
Directed by Christopher NelsonWritten by Nikki ToscanoGuest stars Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Paloma Kwiatkowski, Kathleen Robertson, Michael O'Neill, Geoff Gustafson, Sarah Hayward, Sunita Prasad
Episode 6
Dylan is asked to take control of a volatile situation. A secret spreads, threatening Norma and Norman's relationship. Emma finds herself in a very dangerous situation.
Directed by Ed BianchiWritten by Kerry EhrinGuest stars Paloma Kwiatkowski, Michael Vartan, Rebecca Creskoff, Kathleen Robertson, Michael O'Neill, Michael J. Rogers, Beckham Skodje, Dolores Drake
Episode 7
Norman questions Norma's faith in him. Zane's thirst for revenge threatens Dylan. Romero is presented with new evidence while Cody's friendship with Norman reaches a breaking point.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Alexandra CunninghamGuest stars Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Paloma Kwiatkowski, Michael Vartan, Matthew Mandzij, John Cassini, Patti Allan, Aliyah O'Brien
Episode 8
Romero digs for the truth behind Miss Watson's murder, while the war between the drug families presents Dylan with an impossible choice. Norman pushes Norma away when she won't tell him the truth about his blackouts.
Directed by Ed BianchiWritten by Nikki Toscano, Liz TigelaarGuest stars Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Michael Vartan, Kathleen Robertson, Michael O'Neill, Agam Darshi, Joel Montgrand
Episode 9
Norma desperately tries to connect with Norman. Dylan decides if risking his life is worth saving a loved one. Romero enlists the help of a former colleague to determine if Norman is guilty of a crime.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Ian Tracey, Michael Eklund, Michael Vartan, Kathleen Robertson, Michael O'Neill, Darren Moore, Christian Bower, Nima Ghavami
Episode 10
Norma tries to save Norman from making a horrible mistake. Meanwhile, Romero and Dylan find a way to bring closure to the drug war and Emma makes a decision about her future at Bates Motel.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Michael Eklund, Rebecca Creskoff, Kathleen Robertson, Michael O'Neill, Francis X. McCarthy, Aaron Pearl, Bonnie Hay
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Vera FarmigaNorma Bates
Freddie HighmoreNorman Bates
Max ThieriotDylan Massett
Olivia CookeEmma Decody
Nestor CarbonellAlex Romero
Nicola PeltzBradley Martin
Kenny JohnsonCaleb Calhoun
Mike VogelZack Shelby
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