TV series
A horror anthology series inspired by “Creepypasta” online tales.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Jul 24, 2026
Channel Zero is available to stream on AMC+ Amazon Channel, DirecTV On Demand, Philo, Shudder, Shudder (Via Amazon Prime), Spectrum On Demand, and YouTube TV in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
A horror anthology series inspired by “Creepypasta” online tales.
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Episode 1
Child psychologist Mike Painter investigates the 1988 murders of several children, including his twin brother, which may involve a children's TV show that has started airing again.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Nick Antosca, Nick AntoscaGuest stars Katia Raquel Leon, Liam Marchant, Kristen Harris, David Lawrence Brown, Gwendolyn Collins, Cassandra Consiglio, Mackenzie Wojcik, Annika Elyse Irving
Episode 2
Marla agrees to help Mike investigate the murders; Marla is horrified to learn a secret about what happened in 1988 that's been hidden since that time.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Nick Antosca, Don ManciniGuest stars Connor Peterson, Katia Raquel Leon, Liam Marchant, David Lawrence Brown, Gwendolyn Collins, Cassandra Consiglio, Mackenzie Wojcik, Annika Elyse Irving
Episode 3
Mike must convince Gary that Candle Cove is behind the murders before he takes justice into his own hands; Marla, Jessica, and Amy frantically search for Mike before it's too late.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Harley PeytonGuest stars David Lawrence Brown, Gwendolyn Collins, Mackenzie Wojcik, Annika Elyse Irving, Greyden Bohotchuk, Conan Hodgkinson, Bronagh Waugh, Keenan Lehmann
Episode 4
Mike's daughter Lily mysteriously arrives in Iron Hill, leading to more information about the murders of 1988; Mike and Jessica take drastic measures to heal the past and protect Lily from Candle Cove.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Nick Antosca, Erica SalehGuest stars Connor Peterson, Katia Raquel Leon, Liam Marchant, Kristen Harris, Cassandra Consiglio, Olivier De Sagazan, Bruce Novakowski, Tara Koehler
Episode 5
Mike and Amy learn that the creator of Candle Cove isn't who they think he is; a brutal crime shocks the Iron Hill police force.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Katie Gruel, Mallory WestfallGuest stars Connor Peterson, Kristen Harris, Cassandra Consiglio, Bruce Novakowski, Rachelle Casseus, Lorraine James, Keenan Lehmann, Lauryn Mestito-Dao
Episode 6
Mike prepares to confront Candle Cove and save his daughter Lily, while Marla is faced with making an impossible choice.
Directed by Craig William MacneillWritten by Nick Antosca, Harley Peyton, Don ManciniGuest stars Connor Peterson, Katia Raquel Leon, Liam Marchant, Kristen Harris, Cassandra Consiglio, Mackenzie Wojcik, Annika Elyse Irving, Olivier De Sagazan
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Paul SchneiderMike Painter
Rutger HauerJoseph Peach
Amy ForsythMargot Sleator
Holland RodenZoe Woods
Maria StenJillian Hope Hodgson
Olivia LuccardiAlice Woods
Brandon ScottLuke Vanczyk
Steven RobertsonIan
SyfyUnited States
UCPUnited States
