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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
Norma searches desperately for Norman, who finds himself in unfamiliar surroundings. Meanwhile, Dylan anxiously awaits news regarding Emma, while Romero receives a surprising proposition.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Elizabeth Greer, Karin Konoval, Kevin Rahm, Kwesi Ameyaw, Vanessa Richards, Carmela Sison, Jim Shield, Beckham Skodje
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Episode 2
Norma and Norman face off as each suspects the other of a terrible deed. Dylan considers his future with Emma. Romero makes a choice that will have far-reaching consequences for the Bates family.
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Torrey SpeerGuest stars Louis Ferreira, Karina Logue, Dustin Freeland, Nelson Leis, Hannah Levien, Sasha Rojen, Elizabeth Weinstein, David Cubitt
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Episode 3
Norma and Romero take a big step together, but neither knows what it means to the other. As Norman struggles to accept his new circumstances, Dylan attempts to shed old business.
Directed by Phil AbrahamWritten by Steve Kornacki, Alyson EvansGuest stars Keenan Tracey, Catherine Barroll, David Aguirre Firth, Anna Hagan, Richard Meen, Colleen Winton, Marc-Anthony Massiah, Graeme McComb
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Episode 4
Norman has an adventure with his new friend. An annual festival in White Pine Bay gives Norma her first taste of real happiness in some time but puts Romero in a potentially awkward situation. Dylan finds himself caught between two families.
Directed by T.J. ScottWritten by Tom SzentgyorgyiGuest stars Alexia Fast, Mercedes De La Cruz, Devielle Johnson, Marc-Anthony Massiah, Mackenzie Murdock, Sachin Sahel, Shawn Stewart, Daesha Danielle Usman
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Episode 5
Norman tries to confide in Dr. Edwards, but worries he might be saying too much. Norma hires an artisan to fix a window, while Romero pieces together a crime that threatens his new life.
Directed by Sarah BoydWritten by Erica LipezGuest stars Lindsey Ginter, Alessandro Juliani, Jason Asuncion, Daniel Jacobsen, Graeme McComb, Marshall Allman, Damon Gupton, Andrew Howard
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Episode 6
While Norman digs deep in his past in therapy and confronts some painful truths, Norma does everything in her power to keep a secret of her own from coming to light.
Directed by Olatunde OsunsanmiWritten by Scott KosarGuest stars Kenny Johnson, David Cubitt, Victoria Cruz, Damon Gupton, Jaime Ray Newman, Ryan Hurst, Luke Roessler
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Episode 7
A chance discovery motivates Norman to return home. Norma throws herself into new projects with Romero's help, while Dylan searches for Emma's mother -- with troubling results.
Directed by Nestor CarbonellWritten by Philip BuiserGuest stars Fiona Vroom, Marshall Allman, Kelly-Ruth Mercier, Gina Chiarelli, Terence Kelly, Damon Gupton, Andrew Howard, Jaime Ray Newman
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Episode 8
Norma finds herself torn between Romero and Norman. A holiday outing makes Norman realize how much everyone else has changed in his absence.
Directed by Stephen SurjikWritten by Freddie HighmoreGuest stars Danny Mac, Sian Sladen, Jaime Ray Newman, Craig Erickson, Christian Tessier, Aliyah O'Brien
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Episode 9
Norma and Norman try to reconnect as they plan for the future. Frustrated by Norma's blind eye, Romero and Dylan decide to take action for Norman's own good.
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Kerry Ehrin, Carlton CuseGuest stars Damon Gupton, Andrew Howard, Jaime Ray Newman, Craig Erickson, Carmen Moore, Aliyah O'Brien
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Episode 10
Norman and Norma's relationship faces its greatest test yet. Romero faces pressure from all sides, and Dylan considers reaching out to Norma but wants nothing to do with her.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Kerry EhrinGuest stars Jay Brazeau, Ryan Hurst, Alison Matthews, Molly Price, Enid-Raye Adams, Sarwan Badesha, Graeme Duffy, Wolfgang Klassen
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