TV series
Damages is an American legal thriller television series created by the writing and production trio of Daniel Zelman and brothers Glenn and Todd A. Kessler. The plot revolves around the brilliant, ruthless lawyer Patty Hewes and her protégée, recent law school graduate Ellen Parsons. Each season features a major case that Hewes and her firm take on, while also examining a chapter of the complicated relationship between Ellen and Patty. The first two seasons center around the law firm Hewes & Associates. Later seasons center more on Patty and Ellen's relationship as Ellen begins to distance herself from Hewes & Associates and begins an independent career.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Damages is an American legal thriller television series created by the writing and production trio of Daniel Zelman and brothers Glenn and Todd A. Kessler. The plot revolves around the brilliant, ruthless lawyer Patty Hewes and her protégée, recent law school graduate Ellen Parsons. Each season features a major case that Hewes and her firm take on, while also examining a chapter of the complicated relationship between Ellen and Patty. The first two seasons center around the law firm Hewes & Associates. Later seasons center more on Patty and Ellen's relationship as Ellen begins to distance herself from Hewes & Associates and begins an independent career.
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Episode 1
A whistle-blower case puts Patty and Ellen against each other.
Directed by Matthew PennWritten by Glenn Kessler, Daniel Zelman, Todd A. KesslerGuest stars Zachary Booth, Chris Messina, Casey Siemaszko, Maya Days, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah, Li Jun Li, Brooke Liddell
Episode 2
A hacker claims to have pertinent information about the leak at Princefield; Patty's former colleague offers her services to Ellen.
Directed by Colin BuckseyWritten by Hans TobeasonGuest stars Michael Kostroff, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah, Li Jun Li, Gillian Alexy, Jenna Elfman, Alexandra Socha, Janet McTeer
Episode 3
Ellen detects inconsistencies in McClaren's story. Later, Ellen's mother requests her help.
Directed by Jean de SegonzacWritten by Arthur PhillipsGuest stars Debra Monk, Chris Messina, Adriane Lenox, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah, Li Jun Li, Brooke Liddell, Gillian Alexy
Episode 4
Patty and Ellen seek the source of the Princefield leak, while Patty takes on Ellen through the press.
Directed by Marcos SiegaGuest stars Zachary Booth, Debra Monk, Michael Gaston, Adriane Lenox, Angel Desai, Michael Kostroff, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah
Episode 5
Someone from McClaren's past turns up and sheds light on his personal life; Patty has a confrontation with an adversary.
Directed by Tate DonovanWritten by Hans TobeasonGuest stars Angel Desai, Michael Kostroff, Jeff Binder, M. Emmet Walsh, Judd Hirsch, Victor Garber, John Hannah, Gillian Alexy
Episode 6
The attack Ellen suffered years ago comes back to haunt her.
Guest stars Noah Bean, Chris Messina, Jeff Binder, Christopher Kelly, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah, Gillian Alexy, Jenna Elfman
Episode 7
A blizzard strands Patty and Ellen; McClaren uncovers a major player in the trading scandal.
Directed by Tate DonovanWritten by Glenn Kessler, Daniel Zelman, Todd A. KesslerGuest stars Debra Monk, Chris Messina, Angel Desai, Michael Kostroff, John Hannah, Gillian Alexy, David Gautreaux, James Riordan
Episode 8
Ellen begins to uncover the truth about her attacker. Chris Sanchez approaches McClaren with information.
Directed by Ken GirottiWritten by Hans TobeasonGuest stars Zachary Booth, Chris Messina, Michael Gaston, Casey Siemaszko, Maya Days, M. Emmet Walsh, Judd Hirsch, John Hannah
Episode 9
McClaren's latest leak thrusts Ellen into the spotlight. Tensions between McClaren and Rutger Simon come to a head.
Directed by Steve ShillWritten by Glenn Kessler, Daniel Zelman, Todd A. KesslerGuest stars Debra Monk, Chris Messina, Gordon Clapp, Judd Hirsch, Victor Garber, John Hannah, Li Jun Li, Gillian Alexy
Episode 10
Series Finale: While looking to use Michael Hewes' custody hearing to bring down Patty (Glenn Close), Ellen (Rose Byrne) is double-crossed by a key witness in the McClaren trial.
Directed by Glenn KesslerWritten by Glenn Kessler, Daniel Zelman, Todd A. KesslerGuest stars Noah Bean, Zachary Booth, Chris Messina, Michael Kostroff, Casey Siemaszko, Maya Days, M. Emmet Walsh, Judd Hirsch
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Glenn ClosePatty Hewes
Rose ByrneEllen Parsons
Ted DansonArthur Frobisher
Tate DonovanTom Shayes
Campbell ScottJoe Tobin
Noah BeanDavid Connor
Željko IvanekRay Fiske
Martin ShortLeonard Winstone
FXUnited States
AudienceUnited States
FX ProductionsUnited States
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
