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You deserve someone to show you mercy.
In 1947, Mildred Ratched begins working as a nurse at a leading psychiatric hospital. But beneath her stylish exterior lurks a growing darkness.
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Checked Sep 2, 2026
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In 1947, Mildred Ratched begins working as a nurse at a leading psychiatric hospital. But beneath her stylish exterior lurks a growing darkness.
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Episode 1
Nurse Mildred Ratched seeks employment at Lucia State Hospital as it prepares to admit a new psychiatric patient: notorious killer Edmund Tolleson.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Evan RomanskyGuest stars Greg Winter, Kirk Bovill, Patrick Duke Conboy, Kaseen Elyse Buchholz, Breck Denny, Sammie Wayne, Clayton Farris, Jake McDermott
Episode 2
Dr. Hanover demonstrates a cutting-edge procedure. Ratched visits a survivor of Edmund's massacre and joins Gwendolyn on an outing in Monterey.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ian BrennanGuest stars Greg Winter, Alfred Rubin Thompson, Teo Briones
Episode 3
When a woman from his past puts a price on his head, Hanover reveals a dark secret to Ratched. Nurse Bucket administers a brutal treatment.
Directed by Nelson CraggWritten by Ian BrennanGuest stars Alfred Rubin Thompson
Episode 4
Ratched helps Edmund find an outlet for his urges and offers her services to Wainwright. Tired of living a lie, Gwendolyn leaves her husband.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Evan RomanskyGuest stars Alfred Rubin Thompson, Teo Briones
Episode 5
Promoted to head nurse, Ratched plans a dance at the hospital and invites Gwendolyn to be her companion. Lenore makes Ratched an offer.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Ian BrennanGuest stars Alfred Rubin Thompson, Sophie Okonedo, Teo Briones
Episode 6
Lovers on the lam seek refuge at an abandoned farmhouse. When Ratched attends a marionette show, traumatic childhood memories come rushing back.
Directed by Jessica YuWritten by Ian Brennan, Jennifer SaltGuest stars Rosanna Arquette
Episode 7
Rivals put a plan into action as secrets from the past surface, and Hanover takes a risk that pays off for Ratched.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Ian BrennanGuest stars Rosanna Arquette, Sophie Okonedo, Sascha Star
Episode 8
One month later, Ratched fights to save Edmund from the electric chair while dreaming of a new life with Gwendolyn.
Directed by Daniel MinahanWritten by Evan Romansky, Ian Brennan, Jennifer SaltGuest stars Sophie Okonedo
Episode information updated Sep 14, 2026
Sarah PaulsonMildred Ratched
Finn WittrockEdmund Tolleson
Jon Jon BrionesRichard Hanover
Judy DavisBetsy Bucket
Cynthia NixonGwendolyn Briggs
Greg WinterFather Dennis McMurtry
Vincent D'OnofrioGeorge Wilburn
Amanda PlummerLouise
Netflix
Fox 21 Television StudiosUnited States
Ryan Murphy TelevisionUnited States
Lighthouse Management + MediaUnited States
