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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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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.
Cast, crew and production details
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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Episode 1
Norman and Emma make a decision about their future. Norma sets boundaries with Norman. An unexpected visit causes trouble in Dylan's fresh start.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Tracy Spiridakos, Natalie Moon, Garfield Wilson, Robert Mann, Primo Allon, Byron Noble, Keegan Connor Tracy, Keenan Tracey
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Episode 2
Norman and Norma fixate on Annika's disappearance. Norma learns what the Arcanum Club really is. Dylan and Caleb encounter a new neighbor.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry EhrinGuest stars Paola Botero, Christian Michael Cooper, Ken Godmere, Larry MacDonald, Natalie Moon, Heidi Ford, David Neale, Kevin Rahm
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Episode 3
Norman and Norma grow apart as he and Emma grow closer. Norma balks when Romero asks Norman some tough questions. Romero meets his competition for re-elections.
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Steve Kornacki, Alyson EvansGuest stars Tracy Spiridakos, Joshua Leonard, Nick Hunnings, Christa Andersen, Florence Reiher, Todd Thomson, Eva Day, Tomiwa Edun
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Episode 4
Emma and Norman spend a day away from the motel. Romero looks into two strange deaths in White Pine Bay. Norma returns to school. Caleb and Dylan's hidden secrets unravel.
Directed by Christopher NelsonWritten by Erica LipezGuest stars Tracy Spiridakos, Joshua Leonard, Martin Novotny, Courtney Richter, Nick Hunnings, Aaron Hutchinson, Manny Jacinto, Peter Stebbings
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Episode 5
When Norma finds herself in a rare position of power, she appeals to Romero for guidance. Norman and Dylan both come undone from the fallout of a secret. Caleb considers an offer made to him by a surprising source.
Directed by Nestor CarbonellWritten by Scott KosarGuest stars Joshua Leonard, Tom McBeath, Martin Novotny, Ally Warren, Uma Jama, Madyson Parsons, Travis Breure, Peter Stebbings
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Episode 6
Norma considers a life outside of White Pine Bay, leaving Norman in a vulnerable position. Dylan and Emma bond while helping Norman through a rough night. Romero is confronted by a new threat. Caleb makes a difficult decision after learning of Norma's sudden departure.
Directed by Phil AbrahamWritten by Kerry EhrinGuest stars Joshua Leonard, Wilson Bethel, Monice Peter, Aubrey Arnason, Madyson Parsons, Travis Breure, Valerie Tian, Dominique Fricot
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Episode 7
Norma returns home to find a mess waiting for her. Norman agrees to get some help. Dylan learns some shocking news about Emma's health.
Directed by Ed BianchiWritten by Philip BuiserGuest stars Joshua Leonard, Jesse Reid, Emiliano Díez, Peter Stebbings, Tomiwa Edun, Kevin Rahm, Keenan Tracey, Andrew Howard
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Episode 8
Romero confronts Norma about new information that has recently come to light. Norman reels from a recent discovery. Caleb and Dylan take a job that involves some risk. Emma makes a decision about her future with Norman.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Bill BalasGuest stars Nicola Peltz, Joshua Leonard, Peter Stebbings, Shaun Omaid, Jason Edward Coleman, Uma Jama, Dan Zukovic, Kevin Rahm
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Episode 9
Norman spends the day with a surprising visitor. Norma struggles to keep secrets contained. While at the farm, Caleb helps Dylan follow through on a good deed, but at a cost.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Torrey Speer, Steve Kornacki, Alyson EvansGuest stars Nicola Peltz, Steve Makaj, Anika Noni Rose, Kevin Rahm, Andrew Howard, Ryan Hurst
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Episode 10
Norma hits a breaking point with Norman's issues. Emma has a surprising reaction to seemingly positive news. Romero finally chooses sides, sealing his fate in town. Caleb makes a decision that will uproot his new life.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Nicola Peltz, Anika Noni Rose, Barry Nerling, Kevin Rahm, Colleen Winton, Fiona Vroom, Andrew Howard
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