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Pain needs a partner.
A famous author is pulled into a twisted mind game with her rich, powerful new neighbor — who might be a murderer.
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Checked Sep 5, 2026
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A famous author is pulled into a twisted mind game with her rich, powerful new neighbor — who might be a murderer.
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Episode 1
Reclusive author Aggie Wiggs' life is upended by the arrival of wealthy, arrogant new neighbor Nile Jarvis — who quite possibly murdered his first wife.
Directed by Antonio CamposWritten by Gabe Rotter, Gabe Rotter, Daniel PearleGuest stars Tim Guinee, David Lyons, Bubba Weiler, Deirdre O'Connell, Susan Pourfar, Frank Harts, Chip Zien, Leonard Gerome
Episode 2
Still reeling from shock over the news, Aggie shares her suspicions with Brian and approaches Nile with an intriguing proposal.
Directed by Antonio CamposWritten by Gabe RotterGuest stars Tim Guinee, David Lyons, Bubba Weiler, Deirdre O'Connell, Susan Pourfar, Leonard Gerome, Paul McCallion, Hettienne Park
Episode 3
As Aggie delves deeper into Nile's past, she pushes Brian to use the information she's getting. Nina takes an interest in Shelley's work.
Directed by Tyne RafaeliWritten by Erika ShefferGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, David Lyons, Leonard Gerome, Hettienne Park, Julie Ann Emery, Amir Arison, Brennan Brown
Episode 4
Aggie interviews Madison's parents about her disappearance. Nile and Martin take aim at the City Council. Brian enlists help to crack the hard drive.
Directed by Tyne RafaeliWritten by C.A. JohnsonGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, David Lyons, Bubba Weiler, Hettienne Park, Aleyse Shannon, Peter Grosz, Kate Burton
Episode 5
Nile and Aggie cross boundaries with a drunken heart-to-heart, rousing Nina's suspicions. Martin and Rick conspire to make waves at Olivia's rally.
Directed by Lila NeugebauerWritten by Daniel PearleGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, Hettienne Park, Aleyse Shannon, Julie Ann Emery, Amir Arison, Eleni Yiovas, Will Brill
Episode 6
Anxious to share her latest discovery with Brian, Aggie unexpectedly uncovers an even darker truth. Nina receives surprising news.
Directed by Lila NeugebauerWritten by Ali LiebegottGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, Bubba Weiler, Deirdre O'Connell, Hettienne Park, Aleyse Shannon, Amir Arison, Peter Grosz
Episode 7
In 2019, a complex web of suspicion and betrayal forms between the Jarvises, Nina and Brian, and the truth behind Madison's disappearance is revealed.
Directed by Antonio CamposWritten by Mike SkerrettGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, David Lyons, Leonard Gerome, Hettienne Park, Julie Ann Emery, Amir Arison, Kate Burton
Episode 8
Backed into a corner, Aggie must use all her wits to keep her world from crashing down — and place all her trust in an unlikely ally.
Directed by Antonio CamposWritten by Daniel Pearle, Howard GordonGuest stars Jonathan Banks, Tim Guinee, Bubba Weiler, Deirdre O'Connell, Leonard Gerome, Hettienne Park, Aleyse Shannon, Julie Ann Emery
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Claire DanesAgatha 'Aggie' Wiggs
Matthew RhysNile Jarvis
Brittany SnowNina Jarvis
Natalie MoralesShelley Morris
Jonathan BanksMartin Jarvis
Tim GuineeRick 'Wrecking Ball' Jarvis
David LyonsBrian Abbott
Bubba WeilerTeddy Fenig
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20th TelevisionUnited States
