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TV series

Six Feet Under

2001TV-MA5 seasons8.1 / 10

Life is pain, get use to it.

When death is your business, what is your life? For the Fisher family, the world outside of their family-owned funeral home continues to be at least as challenging as—and far less predictable than—the one inside.

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Synopsis

When death is your business, what is your life? For the Fisher family, the world outside of their family-owned funeral home continues to be at least as challenging as—and far less predictable than—the one inside.

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About Six Feet Under

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Cast

Peter KrauseNate Fisher

Michael C. HallDavid Fisher

Frances ConroyRuth Fisher

Lauren AmbroseClaire Fisher

Freddy RodríguezFederico Diaz

Mathew St. PatrickKeith Charles

Rachel GriffithsBrenda Chenowith

Ben FosterRussell Corwin

Credits

Created by: Alan Ball
Written by: Alan Ball, Kate Robin, Rick Cleveland, Scott Buck

Production details

Status: Ended
Series type: Scripted
Episodes: 63
Original language: English

Networks & production

HBOUnited States
HBOUnited States
The Greenblatt Janollari StudioUnited States
Actual Size FilmsUnited States

Themes

anxiousapologeticbusinesscomfortingcompassionatedark comedydeathdeath of fatherdepressingderogatorydramaticdysfunctional familyfamilyfamily business

Season 2 episodes

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Episode 1

In the Game

Mar 3, 200258m7.3 / 10

A young actress's death prompts her castmates from a slasher film to pitch in for a cheap funeral at Fisher & Sons. Meanwhile, Ruth arranges a dinner for Nate, David and Claire--and their significant others--after reading a book for parents of gay and lesbian children.

Directed by Rodrigo GarcíaWritten by Alan BallGuest stars Richard Jenkins, David Shatraw, Shawn Hatosy, Barbara Tarbuck, Alexandra Holden, Stanley Kamel, Cleo King, Mary-Pat Green

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Episode 2

Out, Out Brief Candle

Mar 10, 200257m7.9 / 10

A college football player's death during practice bothers Nate, who earlier learned of his own potentially fatal condition. Meanwhile, Federico's request to borrow money from Nate and David is rejected, and he later learns of their newest purchase: a 'casket wall' display.

Directed by Kathy BatesWritten by Laurence AndriesGuest stars Justina Machado, Judith Hoag, Ricardo Chavira, Julianna McCarthy, Alice Krige, Tuc Watkins, Page Kennedy, Julie White

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Episode 3

The Plan

Mar 17, 200257m7.6 / 10

The death of a psychic's husband sparks some interesting conversation around Fisher & Sons. Meanwhile, Ruth is changed after attending a lengthy self-actualization seminar; Claire is upset to discover that her guidance counselor has betrayed her confidence; and Brenda walks out on a college course she enrolled in.

Directed by Rose TrocheWritten by Kate RobinGuest stars Richard Jenkins, Beverly Todd, Graham Jarvis, Amy Wheaton, Alice Krige, Grant Show, David Andrews, Mare Winningham

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Episode 4

Driving Mr. Mossback

Mar 24, 200258m7.1 / 10

Nate brings Claire to his old stomping ground in Seattle to help him retrieve the body of a man who feared flying. There, they stay with Lisa, a woman who still carries a torch for Nate.

Directed by Michael CuestaWritten by Rick ClevelandGuest stars Lili Taylor, Deborah Theaker, Beverly Todd, Hansford Rowe, Eric Bruskotter, Grant Show, Kellie Waymire, Aysia Polk

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Episode 5

The Invisible Woman

Mar 31, 200256m6.8 / 10

Ruth takes a personal interest in the death of a woman who has no friends or relatives. Meanwhile, Brenda's search for a literary muse prompts her to turn to one of her massage clients--a prostitute named Melissa--and Nate's relationship with Brenda takes an unexpected turn.

Directed by Jeremy PodeswaWritten by Bruce Eric Kaplan, Johnny OttoGuest stars Eric Bruskotter, Christine Estabrook, Adam Scott, Kellie Waymire, Brad Greenquist, Aysia Polk, Marina Black, Terrell Clayton

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Episode 6

In Place of Anger

Apr 7, 200256m7.6 / 10

Mitzi Huntley arrives back in Nate and David's lives thanks to a comparison-shopping widow. Meanwhile, Ruth's estranged sister Sarah arrives for an unexpected visit. Later, a vodka-fueled family dinner casts a pall over Nate and Brenda's happy news.

Directed by Michael EnglerWritten by Christian TaylorGuest stars Justina Machado, Ricardo Chavira, Graham Jarvis, Harriet Sansom Harris, Adam Scott, Steve Ryan, Julie White, Patricia Clarkson

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Episode 7

Back to the Garden

Apr 14, 200257m7.1 / 10

A Jewish funeral at Fisher & Sons leads Nate to seek spiritual guidance from an intense female rabbi. Claire is surprised to meet a guy while visiting her Aunt Sarah. Meanwhile, a medical emergency prompts David to consider giving his relationship with Keith another shot. Federico's jealous suspicions about his cousin Ramon prove to be very misguided.

Directed by Dan AttiasWritten by Joey SolowayGuest stars Justina Machado, Ricardo Chavira, Eric Bruskotter, Molly Parker, Kellie Waymire, Robert Pine, Stark Sands, Patricia Clarkson

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Episode 8

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Apr 21, 200255m7.5 / 10

The Christmas season marks the anniversary of Nathaniel's death...and gets everyone thinking about their last moments with him. Meanwhile, Nate and Brenda are shocked by Margaret Chenowith's Christmas Eve guest, Claire gets into a dangerous online relationship and Federico stirs up trouble in his own family.

Directed by Alan TaylorWritten by Scott BuckGuest stars Justina Machado, Jeremy Sisto, Richard Jenkins, W. Earl Brown, Ricardo Chavira, Tony Longo, Kellie Waymire, Stark Sands

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Episode 9

Someone Else's Eyes

Apr 28, 200257m7.6 / 10

Ruth continues to help an injured Nikolai recover, but her patience is tested when she discovers just how he broke his legs. Brenda's escapades help her to write, but her feelings about being engaged grow more muddled--especially after Billy's release from the hospital.

Directed by Michael CuestaWritten by Alan BallGuest stars Jeremy Sisto, Richard Jenkins, Lili Taylor, Leeza Gibbons, Chris Ellis, Dina Meyer, Kellie Waymire, Joe Nieves

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Episode 10

The Secret

May 5, 200257m6.7 / 10

David and Keith continue trying to iron out their problems...and Karla has a secret that isn't going to make things any better. Meanwhile, Claire takes a curious approach to photography, Ruth prepares to move ahead with Nikolai and Brenda's engagement anxiety leads her on a sexual adventure with Melissa.

Directed by Alan PoulWritten by Bruce Eric KaplanGuest stars Lili Taylor, Paul Butcher, Jenna Boyd, Kim Myers, Robert Foxworth, James Morrison, Kellie Waymire, Beverly Leech

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Episode 11

The Liar and the Whore

May 12, 200250m7.0 / 10

Nate and Brenda find comfort thanks to Rabbi Ari's advice. Ruth's need to control the lives of Nikolai and Claire leads her to a surprising self-assessment. Federico's suspicions about an elderly woman's 'natural' death lead him to place Vanessa under scrutiny. A disgruntled former client files a lawsuit against Fisher & Sons.

Directed by Miguel ArtetaWritten by Rick ClevelandGuest stars Justina Machado, Glenn Fitzgerald, Beverly Todd, Harriet Sansom Harris, Robert Foxworth, Austin Nichols, Molly Parker, James Pickens Jr.

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Episode 12

I'll Take You

May 19, 200256m8.5 / 10

Claire seems to be finding some direction in her life, and a newly serious Billy is an unlikely choice to help her. Tensions between Nate and Brenda finally come to a head, while Keith has a problem that threatens everything he has worked towards in his relationship with David.

Directed by Michael EnglerWritten by Joey SolowayGuest stars Justina Machado, Jeremy Sisto, Richard Jenkins, Lili Taylor, Glenn Fitzgerald, Eric Bruskotter, Travis Wester, Robert Foxworth

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Episode 13

The Last Time

Jun 2, 20021h8.7 / 10Finale

Fisher & Sons is the subject of an unannounced inspection, which proves surprisingly beneficial for Federico. Meanwhile, Claire's art-school interview takes an unexpected turn, and things grow tense between Keith and David. Also, Nate finds himself at a crossroads, both with Brenda and with his AVM.

Directed by Alan BallWritten by Kate RobinGuest stars Justina Machado, Lili Taylor, Glenn Fitzgerald, Larry Drake, Grant Show, Marina Black, Ed O'Ross, Geoffrey Nauffts

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Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026

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