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All magic comes at a cost.
Brakebills University is a secret institution specializing in magic. There, amidst an unorthodox education of spellcasting, a group of twenty-something friends soon discover that a magical fantasy world they read about as children is all too real— and poses grave danger to humanity.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
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Brakebills University is a secret institution specializing in magic. There, amidst an unorthodox education of spellcasting, a group of twenty-something friends soon discover that a magical fantasy world they read about as children is all too real— and poses grave danger to humanity.
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Episode 1
A group of twentysomethings studying magic in New York discover a real-life fantasy world that poses a great threat to humanity in this drama adapted from Lev Grossman's book series.
Directed by Mike CahillWritten by Sera Gamble, John McNamaraGuest stars Michael Cassidy, Wayne Péré, Tembi Locke, Laura Fraser, Esmé Bianco, Rose Liston, Seth Meriwether, Brian Beckman
Episode 2
The Brakebills students struggle to deal with the aftermath of a catastrophe that befalls the university. Back in Brooklyn, Julia makes her first foray into the mysterious world of Hedge Witches.
Directed by Scott SmithWritten by Sera GambleGuest stars Valerie Tian, Michael Cassidy, Esmé Bianco, Anthony Marble, Anne Dudek, Lev Grossman, Hiro Kanagawa, Trezzo Mahoro
Episode 3
Alice ends up risking everything to discover the truth behind her brother's disappearance. Quentin and Julia are involved in a volatile reunion.
Directed by Scott SmithWritten by Henry Alonso MyersGuest stars Ben Esler, Michael Cassidy, Anne Dudek, Hiro Kanagawa, Trezzo Mahoro, Edwin Perez, Abby Miller, Sachin Sahel
Episode 4
Quentin panics when he wakes up in a mental hospital. Meanwhile, upset over her fight with Quentin, Julia commits herself to learning more powerful spells.
Directed by James L. ConwayWritten by John McNamaraGuest stars Valerie Tian, Tembi Locke, Rose Liston, Matt Beairsto, Jagen Johnson, Spencer Garrett, Kacey Rohl, Kevin Li
Episode 5
The students each deal with a personal matter that keeps them from focusing on the upcoming Welter's Tournament.
Directed by Bill EaglesWritten by David ReedGuest stars Michael Cassidy, Edwin Perez, Denise Crosby, M.C. Gainey, Charles Mesure, Patricia Isaac, Amitai Marmorstein, Megan Peta Hill
Episode 6
The first-year students face something called "The Trials," a series of unconventional and emotional tests, which result in expulsion from Brakebills for those who fail.
Directed by John ScottWritten by Leah FongGuest stars Amy Pietz, Trezzo Mahoro, Sachin Sahel, Amitai Marmorstein, Ingrid Nilson, Kacey Rohl, Jade Tailor
Episode 7
An uncompromising professor pushes boundaries both in magic and in the personal lives of his first-year students. Meanwhile, Julia must decide whether she's ready to accept help and what that means for her future as a Magician.
Directed by Guy Norman BeeWritten by John McNamara, Mike MooreGuest stars Jesse Luken, Jessica Harmon, Brían F. O'Byrne, Lee Majdoub, Carmen Moore, Adam DiMarco, Fei Ren, Daniel Deorksen
Episode 8
Brakebills is thrown into chaos when Penny is violently attacked by someone who was considered a friend. Quentin tries to find a connection to the Beast. Julia considers giving up magic for good after entering a rehab facility.
Directed by Jan EliasbergWritten by David ReedGuest stars Valerie Tian, Esmé Bianco, Anne Dudek, Jesse Luken, Esmé Bianco, Nesta Cooper, Sibyl Gregory, Kavandeep Hayre
Episode 9
Quentin, Alice, Eliot, and Penny travel to England in search of a missing magic button. Julia searches for real meaning in her magic.
Directed by James L. ConwayWritten by Sera GambleGuest stars Oliver Bell, Rose Liston, Rebecca Tilney, Oliver Rice, Nicholas Croucher, Sibyl Gregory, Kavandeep Hayre, Mackenzie Astin
Episode 10
Penny travels to the world of The Neitherlands, and Quentin and Alice work together to save him. Julia joins an eclectic group of magicians.
Directed by Joshua ButlerWritten by Henry Alonso MyersGuest stars Tom Amandes, Jonathan Scarfe, Katie Findlay, Marco Grazzini, Bobbi Charlton, Fiona Hogan, Jesse Reid, Cardi Wong
Episode 11
Quentin and the others learn battle magic and prepare for a showdown in Fillory. Julia and Kady take on a mission with the Free Traders.
Directed by Amanda TappingWritten by Leah FongGuest stars Anne Dudek, M.C. Gainey, Charles Mesure, Katie Findlay, Bobbi Charlton, Fiona Hogan, Jesse Reid, Amy Pietz
Episode 12
The students wake up to foggy memories and regret after a night of drinking; Penny reminds everyone that their lives depend on getting to The Neitherlands.
Directed by Guy Norman BeeWritten by Leah Fong, Henry Alonso MyersGuest stars Trevor Einhorn, Rose Liston, Katie Findlay, Bobbi Charlton, Jesse Reid, Garcelle Beauvais, Arturo del Puerto, Fiona Hogan
Episode 13
Quentin and Julia arrive in Fillory and try to catch up with the group, who are more than 70 years ahead of them, in the search for The Beast.
Directed by Scott SmithWritten by Sera Gamble, John McNamara, David ReedGuest stars Esmé Bianco, Rose Liston, Charles Mesure, Nicholas Croucher, Bobbi Charlton, Fiona Hogan, Jesse Reid, Garcelle Beauvais
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Jason RalphQuentin Coldwater
Olivia Taylor DudleyAlice Quinn
Arjun GuptaWilliam "Penny" Adiyodi
Stella MaeveJulia Wicker
Hale ApplemanEliot Waugh
Summer BishilMargo Hanson
Trevor EinhornJosh Hoberman
Rick WorthyDean Fogg
SyfyUnited States
UCPUnited States
Groundswell ProductionsUnited States
