TV series
Some mysteries can’t be explained.
Skeptical forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard joins priest-in-training David Acosta and technology expert Ben Shakir as they investigate supposed miracles, demonic possessions, and other extraordinary occurrences to assess for a scientific explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
Evil is available to stream on Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime) and Paramount+ (Via Apple 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.
Skeptical forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard joins priest-in-training David Acosta and technology expert Ben Shakir as they investigate supposed miracles, demonic possessions, and other extraordinary occurrences to assess for a scientific explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work.
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Episode 1
Forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard is hired by the Catholic Church to determine whether a serial killer is possessed by a demon or merely a psychopath.
Directed by Robert KingWritten by Michelle King, Robert KingGuest stars Rodney Richardson, Danny Burstein, Darren Pettie, Brooke Bloom, Euan Morton, Samaria Nixon-Fleming, Abraham Alvarez, Brian Smolin
Episode 2
Kristen, David and Ben investigate a supposed miracle when a teenage girl comes back to life after being declared dead for almost three hours; Kristen meets with her former boss and runs into Leland Townsend.
Directed by Ron UnderwoodWritten by Michelle King, Robert KingGuest stars Sanjit De Silva, Tom Riis Farrell, Dakin Matthews, Matt Deangelis, Hannah Hodson, Danny Burstein, Euan Morton, Sohina Sidhu
Episode 3
After a high-strung theater producer's behavior turns from demanding to what is believed to be demonic, Kristen, David and Ben must assess the situation. Kristen discredits her nemesis, Leland Townsend, before he can ruin a 17-year-old boy's life.
Directed by Gloria MuzioWritten by Rockne S. O'BannonGuest stars Danny Burstein, John Glover, Laura Kai Chen, De'Adre Aziza, Manoel Felciano, Dascha Polanco, Clark Johnson, Noah Robbins
Episode 4
Kristen, Ben and David are hired to evaluate Eric, a seemingly psychopathic 9-year-old boy; Eric takes a liking to David, which leaves them hopeful they can curb his violent behavior; Kristen's daughters lie about a game their grandmother bought.
Directed by Peter SollettWritten by Davita ScarlettGuest stars Luke Judy, Michael Stahl-David, Clark Johnson, Nora Murphy, Heather Lind, Audrey Bennett, Scott Ian
Episode 5
On Halloween night, Kristen and David are sent to assess an exorcism; Ben goes on his favorite show, where he debunks supernatural finds with fellow unbeliever Vanessa.
Directed by Tess MaloneWritten by Dewayne Darian JonesGuest stars Timothy Stickney, Gregg Edelman, Matilda Lawler, Clark Johnson, Chris Ghaffari, Karen Pittman, Nicole Shalhoub, David Adkins
Episode 6
When the Catholic Church asks Kristen, David and Ben to assess the veracity of a local prophetess, Grace Ling, they are shaken when they see one of her visions come to life.
Directed by Kevin Rodney SullivanWritten by Aurin SquireGuest stars Nelson Lee, Graham Rowat, Euan Morton, Li Jun Li, Boris McGiver, Shawn Cortel, Nick Doolan, Sharon Gee
Episode 7
When Bridget confesses to murder during her exorcism, Monsignor Korecki asks Kristen, David and Ben to investigate if the details match any open cases and if the woman really is possessed by a demon.
Directed by Jim McKayWritten by Ione LloydGuest stars Clark Johnson, Annaleigh Ashford, Rocco Sisto, Evelyn Giovine, Pedro Carmo, Dan Bittner, Anthony Alessandro, Noah Robbins
Episode 8
When David recognizes one of the sigils in the Poveglia Codex from his father Leon's artwork, he and Kristen journey to a remote art commune to investigate its meaning and how it's related to David's family.
Directed by James Whitmore Jr.Written by Davita Scarlett, Nialla LeBouefGuest stars Nora Murphy, Chris Ghaffari, Nana Mensah, Christiani Pitts, Jenn Colella, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Nicole Shalhoub, Patrick Brammall
Episode 9
David is shocked to learn he is being sued for inflicting severe psychological harm on Caroline Hopkins, after he assisted in her exorcism. The accusation leads him to question his future as a priest, especially once he develops a very close connection with his defense attorney, Renée Harris.
Directed by Frederick E. O. ToyeWritten by Louisa HillGuest stars Noah Robbins, Karen Pittman, Graham Rowat, Jennifer Ferrin, Jeremy Shamos, Peter Scolari, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Patrick Brammall
Episode 10
Kristen, David and Ben are called to investigate an insidiously addictive Christmas song that's spreading among an increasing number of students, and the dangerous relationship between online influencers and their impressionable young followers.
Directed by John DahlWritten by Rockne S. O'BannonGuest stars James Udom, Sophia Anne Caruso, Julia Nightingale, Alison Cimmet, Peter Scolari, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Taylor Louderman, Patrick Brammall
Episode 11
After David is badly wounded, he is determined to fight off the menacing presence of death from his hospital bed.
Directed by Peter SollettGuest stars Peter Scolari, Kristen Connolly, Li Jun Li, Tara Summers, Megan Ketch, Paton Ashbrook, Marcus Callender, Michael Mulheren
Episode 12
Leland assists convicted serial killer Orson Leroux with having his conviction overturned; Kristen is called into court to testify while her daughter, Laura, undergoes emergency heart surgery; David witnesses a woman's evil instincts firsthand.
Directed by Rob HardyGuest stars Danny Burstein, Dan Bittner, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Kristen Connolly, Darren Pettie, Brooke Bloom, Patrick Brammall, Jordana Spiro
Episode 13
David, Kristen and Ben assess whether a pregnant woman is possessed when she claims one of the twins she’s carrying is evil. Their investigation leads to a fertility clinic where they discover a connection to all of their encounters throughout the season. Also, Kristen questions one of her daughters’ capacity for evil upon realizing that she also used that fertility clinic.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Ione LloydGuest stars Steve Routman, Kristen Connolly, Darren Pettie, Patrick Page, Euan Morton, Rose Decker, Samaria Nixon-Fleming, Laura Heisler
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Katja HerbersDr Kristen Bouchard
Mike ColterDavid Acosta
Aasif MandviBen Shakir
Michael EmersonDr Leland Townsend
Brooklyn ShuckLynn Bouchard
Skylar GrayLila Bouchard
Maddy CroccoLexis Bouchard
Dalya KnappLaura Bouchard
CBSUnited States
Paramount+United States
CBS StudiosUnited States
