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In the worlds of politics, academia, and the beaches of Martha’s Vineyard, Talcott Garland is an Ivy League law professor whose quiet life is shattered when his father, Judge Oliver Garland, dies of an apparent heart attack. The nature of the judge’s death is questioned by Tal’s sister, Mariah, a former journalist and inveterate conspiracy theorist, who believes that the judge, a failed Black nominee to the Supreme Court, met with foul play.
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Checked Jul 24, 2026
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In the worlds of politics, academia, and the beaches of Martha’s Vineyard, Talcott Garland is an Ivy League law professor whose quiet life is shattered when his father, Judge Oliver Garland, dies of an apparent heart attack. The nature of the judge’s death is questioned by Tal’s sister, Mariah, a former journalist and inveterate conspiracy theorist, who believes that the judge, a failed Black nominee to the Supreme Court, met with foul play.
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Episode 1
After renowned judge Oliver Garland is found dead in his home, his three adult children—Addison, Mariah, and Tal—gather for the funeral. Shocked by her father's abrupt passing, Mariah begins questioning if foul play was involved.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by Sherman PayneGuest stars Ora Jones, Dyllan Yelverton, Henry Simmons, Bryan Greenberg, Torrey Hanson
Episode 2
Two years after his shock announcement, Judge Garland contemplates his next career move. Discovering that another close to their family has been murdered, Mariah's suspicions around her father's demise grow further.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by Sherman PayneGuest stars Ora Jones, Dyllan Yelverton, Henry Simmons
Episode 3
Tal's paranoia intensifies following his mysterious run-in with Agent McDermott; Mariah's investigation into her father's death has her reminiscing on her career as a Pulitzer Award-winning journalist.
Directed by Cheryl DunyeWritten by Shukree Hassan TilghmanGuest stars Ora Jones, Dyllan Yelverton, Bryan Greenberg
Episode 4
Tal enlists a colleague's help to track Kimmer's whereabouts; furthering their investigation, Tal and Mariah look to an old friend of their father's for answers.
Directed by Cheryl DunyeWritten by Francesca ButlerGuest stars Henry Simmons
Episode 5
Stuck on a clue that The Judge left behind, Tal turns to his father's old chess buddy for help. Meanwhile, Mariah seeks the help of an old colleague to dig up information on Jack Ziegler.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by Cynthia AdarkwaGuest stars Dyllan Yelverton, Henry Simmons, Bryan Greenberg
Episode 6
Tal's distractedness and frustrations lead to an unexpected outburst that threatens his career and his marriage; Mariah uses her husband to chase a new lead.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by J.D. ShieldsGuest stars Ora Jones, Bryan Greenberg, Torrey Hanson
Episode 7
After discovering that their older brother is responsible for hiding a valuable piece of information, Tal and Mariah track down a reluctant Addison for answers.
Directed by Quyen TranWritten by Sherman Payne, Jabari McDonaldGuest stars Dyllan Yelverton, Henry Simmons, Bryan Greenberg, Torrey Hanson
Episode 8
Following the tragic events in 2003, The Judge looks to Jack Ziegler to exact a plan of revenge.
Directed by Quyen TranWritten by Shukree Hassan TilghmanGuest stars Ora Jones, Torrey Hanson
Episode 9
Tal and Mariah struggle with new information they've learned about their father's dealings. Still on the hunt for 'the arrangements', Tal sets a trap to draw out his adversaries.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by Francesca ButlerGuest stars Ora Jones, Dyllan Yelverton, Bryan Greenberg, Torrey Hanson
Episode 10
Tal and Mariah look to end the search for 'the arrangements' once and for all. Tal and Kimmer contemplate what's next for their relationship.
Directed by Damian MarcanoWritten by Sherman PayneGuest stars Ora Jones, Dyllan Yelverton, Henry Simmons, Torrey Hanson
Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026
Forest WhitakerJudge Oliver Garland
Grantham ColemanTalcott Garland
Tiffany MackMariah Garland
Paulina LuleKimmer Madison-Garland
Ora JonesClaire Garland
Henry SimmonsAddison Garland
Bryan GreenbergHoward Denton
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