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A teenager finds out she was abducted as a toddler and returns to her biological family.
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A teenager finds out she was abducted as a toddler and returns to her biological family.
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Kathryn PrescottCarter Stevens
Cynthia WatrosElizabeth Wilson
Alexis DenisofDavid Wilson
Anna Jacoby-HeronTaylor Wilson
Zac PullamGrant Wilson
Alex SaxonMax
Milena GovichLori Stevens
Eddie MatosKyle Medeiros
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Episode 1
Lori kidnaps Carter for a second time and the Wilson family learns the truth.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Emily WhitesellGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Jesse Carere, Vanessa Morgan, Robert Pine, Meredith Baxter, Gary Weeks
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Episode 2
The Wilsons try to get justice for Carter's kidnapping, but are tested by secrets.
Directed by Scott SpeerWritten by Maria MaggentiGuest stars Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Gary Weeks
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Episode 3
The Wilsons put aside their tensions to celebrate Joan and Buddy's anniversary. Meanwhile, a struggling Max must take a job from an unlikely source.
Directed by Gavin PoloneWritten by Sean ReycraftGuest stars Caleb Ruminer, Robert Pine, Meredith Baxter, Erin Chambers, Elizabeth Becka, Ben VanderMey, Rachel Michelle Thompson
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Episode 4
A person from Carter's past offers new, game-changing insights on Lori; Joan's intervention with Grant causes family drama.
Directed by Gavin PoloneWritten by Josh SenterGuest stars Milena Govich, Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Jesse Carere, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Meredith Baxter, Erin Chambers
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Episode 5
The school counsellor advises Carter to take her studies more seriously; Taylor learns the truth.
Directed by Norman BuckleyWritten by Sam WolfsonGuest stars Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Jesse Carere, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Erin Chambers, Michael Roark, Sabina Gadecki
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Episode 6
Carter attempts to save Crash from a dire situation; David and Elizabeth weigh heavy decisions.
Directed by Norman BuckleyWritten by Heather ThomasonGuest stars Eddie Matos, Jesse Carere, Caleb Ruminer, Michael Roark, Justin Kucsulain
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Episode 7
Taylor throws herself into planning a big school event and Carter tries to make sense of it.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Rayna McClendonGuest stars Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Meredith Baxter, Sabina Gadecki, Mike Ray, Mason Dye
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Episode 8
Carter is grounded just as an old friend arrives with alarming information about Lori; and Taylor sees Max in a different light after learning about his past.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Jen BraedenGuest stars Eddie Matos, Meredith Baxter, Erin Chambers, Molly Kunz
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Episode 9
Upon hearing surprising news about Lori, Carter and Max take a road trip together.
Directed by Jay KarasWritten by Emily SilverGuest stars Milena Govich, Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Meredith Baxter, Mason Dye, Molly Kunz, Nick Basta
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Episode 10
While camping with friends, Carter ponders revealing a secret that could change everything for the people she loves the most.
Directed by Rodman FlenderWritten by Maria MaggentiGuest stars Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Erin Chambers, Mason Dye, Molly Kunz, Drew Matthews
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Episode 11
Carter must deal with new parents, a twin sister and a brand new high school; Carter vows to find the only mother she has ever known.
Directed by Scott SpeerWritten by Sean ReycraftGuest stars Eddie Matos, Jesse Henderson, Caleb Ruminer, Michael Roark, Brian Stapf
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Episode 12
Carter vows to put an end to Lori's manipulation, but Lori drops a bombshell that rattles the entire Wilson household.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Emily WhitesellGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Mason Dye, Molly Kunz, Stacy Hall, Ric Reitz, Ben Winchell
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Episode 13
After learning about the outcome of Lori's trial, Carter wants to get to know her brother; David and Elizabeth fight over Lori's latest surprise.
Directed by Scott SpeerWritten by Emily WhitesellGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Mason Dye, Ric Reitz, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone
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Episode 14
Carter struggles to keep up with school and her secret job at the bar; Taylor and Max try to celebrate an anniversary; Crash gets a new assignment.
Directed by Anna MastroWritten by Salvatore StabileGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Caleb Ruminer, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Michael Beasley
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Episode 15
Lori reveals shocking news about Ben; Carter digs deeper into Ben's secret life; Taylor urges Max to help Gabe.
Directed by Jeff MelmanWritten by Heather ThomasonGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Madison McLaughlin, William Frasca, Jonathan Kleitman
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Episode 16
Carter feels sparks with someone new as she tries to figure out how to save the bar; Max takes Grant under his wing; things come to a head.
Directed by Jeff MelmanWritten by Josh SenterGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Elizabeth Hunter, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Kristofer Holst, Jimmy Gonzales
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Episode 17
Carter and Ben face off over secrets and lies; Elizabeth learns the truth about Carter; Carter must fight to earn trust.
Directed by Scott SpeerWritten by Elle TriedmanGuest stars Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Mason Dye, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Kristina Emerson, Patrick Johnson
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Episode 18
Everything comes to light for Carter, Taylor, Max and Ben at a house concert.
Directed by Brian DannellyWritten by Maria MaggentiGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Elizabeth Hunter, Mason Dye, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Madison McLaughlin
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Episode 19
Carter and Elizabeth’s relationship is pushed to the edge when Elizabeth oversteps her bounds just as Lori, inches her way into Carter’s life. Meanwhile, Max’s abusive father is up for parole.
Directed by Brian DannellyWritten by Josh SenterGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Jackson Rathbone, Kristofer Holst, Kristina Emerson, Joe Hardy Jr.
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Episode 20
After learning shocking news about Jared, Carter must figure out the truth. Ultimately, Jared’s past mistakes come back to haunt everyone at Carter’s biggest party to date. Meanwhile, the Wilson family attempts to deal with Carter’s absence in surprising ways.
Directed by Jonathan FrakesWritten by Jen BraedenGuest stars Milena Govich, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Robert Pine, Meredith Baxter, Jackson Rathbone, Kristofer Holst, Kristina Emerson
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Episode 21
New obstacles threaten Jared and Carter's relationship; Max deals with the aftermath of his father's trial.
Directed by Jonathan FrakesWritten by Sam WolfsonGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Mason Dye, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Kristofer Holst, Stephanie Drapeau
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Episode 22
The death of a loved one leaves Carter and Max searching for the truth about those closest to them; and Elizabeth discovers an unlikely ally in her effort to protect her family.
Directed by Jeff MelmanWritten by Heather ThomasonGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Mason Dye, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Christopher Titus
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Episode 23
After a shocking turn of events, Carter must decide how she feels about Jared. Ben must pay the price for his past misdeeds, and Bird deals with a personal crisis in the aftermath of a loved one’s death.
Directed by Sharat RajuWritten by Maria MaggentiGuest stars Milena Govich, Jesse Henderson, Vanessa Morgan, Caleb Ruminer, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Stephanie Drapeau, Estes Tarver
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Episode 24
Carter uncovers a shocking truth after someone close to her is murdered. In the midst of legal battles, David and Elizabeth petition for temporary custody of Ben.
Directed by Norman BuckleyWritten by Emily WhitesellGuest stars Milena Govich, Caleb Ruminer, Ben Winchell, Jackson Rathbone, Henry Bazemore Jr., Rob Mayes, Estes Tarver, Catherine Dyer
Where to watch Finding CarterEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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