TV series
Inspired by the true story of a total fake.
Audacious entrepreneur or con artist? A journalist chases down the story of Anna Delvey, who convinced New York's elite she was a German heiress.
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Inventing Anna premiered February 11, 2022. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Audacious entrepreneur or con artist? A journalist chases down the story of Anna Delvey, who convinced New York's elite she was a German heiress.
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Episode 1
Reporter Vivian Kent defies her editor to pursue the story of Anna Delvey, an alleged German heiress indicted for grand larceny and jailed without bail.
Directed by David FrankelWritten by Shonda RhimesGuest stars Miche Braden, Olivia Khoshatefeh, Debra Mooney, Chris Cafero, Kyle Beltran, Armand Schultz, Rebecca Henderson, Tim Guinee
Episode 2
From a yacht off Ibiza to a suite at Paris Fashion Week, Anna's glamorous lifestyle comes into focus as her former friends dish out details to Vivian.
Directed by Tom VericaWritten by Matt ByrneGuest stars Marika Domińczyk, Miche Braden, Saamer Usmani, Kyle Beltran, Rebecca Henderson, Tim Guinee, Kaydx, James Cusati-Moyer
Episode 3
With Anna giving her the cold shoulder, Vivian hunts down sources who can fill in the blanks: Anna's ex-boyfriend Chase and wealthy entrepreneur Nora.
Directed by Daisy von Scherler MayerWritten by Jess BrownellGuest stars Saamer Usmani, Kyle Beltran, Armand Schultz, Tim Guinee, James Cusati-Moyer, Gabriel Sloyer, Kate Burton
Episode 4
Vivian investigates how Anna persuaded powerful Manhattan lawyer Alan Reed to help her secure millions in funding for her ambitious business venture.
Directed by David FrankelWritten by Abby AjayiGuest stars Chris Cafero, India Ennenga, Tracy Pollan, Gabriel Sloyer, Anthony Edwards
Episode 5
A past blunder throws Vivian off balance while delving into Anna's stay at a swanky hotel, where she befriended — and lavishly tipped — concierge Neff.
Directed by Ellen KurasWritten by Carolyn Ingber, Abby AjayiGuest stars Olivia Khoshatefeh, Chris Cafero, Kyle Beltran, Tim Guinee, T.L. Flint, Anthony Edwards, Gage Banister, Andre Ward
Episode 6
Vivian obtains footage of Anna's ill-fated trip to Morocco, an extravagant retreat with Rachel, Kacy and a videographer that quickly spirals into chaos.
Directed by Nzingha StewartWritten by Jess BrownellGuest stars Caitlin FitzGerald, Chris Lowell, Anthony Edwards
Episode 7
Under pressure to finish the Anna article and with her baby's due date imminent, Vivian tries to contact Rachel to hear her side of the Marrakech fiasco.
Directed by Nzingha StewartWritten by Abby AjayiGuest stars Olivia Khoshatefeh, Debra Mooney, Armand Schultz, Rebecca Henderson, Tim Guinee, Luca Sweeney, Chris Lowell, Ruby King
Episode 8
Vivian digs into lingering questions after her article's publication, including Anna's formative years in Germany and her stay at L.A.'s Chateau Marmont.
Directed by Tom VericaWritten by Nicholas NardiniGuest stars Peter Kurth, Miche Braden, Saamer Usmani, Armand Schultz, Rebecca Henderson, Tim Guinee, T.L. Flint, Anthony Edwards
Episode 9
Anna obsesses over her trial style as Vivian covers the proceedings, Rachel takes the stand and defense lawyer Todd implores his client to cooperate.
Directed by Ellen KurasWritten by Matt ByrneGuest stars Shannon Thornton, Debra Mooney, Chris Cafero, Kyle Beltran, Armand Schultz, Rebecca Henderson, Tim Guinee, Luca Sweeney
Episode information updated Sep 11, 2026
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