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No one said therapy was easy.
A psychotherapist finds himself held prisoner by a serial killer with an unusual request: curb his homicidal urges.
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A psychotherapist finds himself held prisoner by a serial killer with an unusual request: curb his homicidal urges.
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Episode 1
Dr. Alan Strauss, a therapist mourning the death of his wife, takes on an enigmatic new client. As the two men wrestle with very different, individual problems, their professional relationship is transformed by a choice that binds them deeply together.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 2
Sam delves more deeply into the reason he entered therapy, but he encounters resistance from Dr. Strauss as he attempts to continue their sessions. A gathering sense of not being alone leads to a revelation about the house.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 3
Sam’s desire to find a therapeutic solution grows as his inner struggle intensifies. Dr. Strauss brings a new variable into their sessions.
Directed by Kevin BrayWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 4
On the threshold of crisis, Sam honors the promise Dr. Strauss made him make as a condition for continuing their work together. The trust built between patient and doctor is tested, with a life in the balance.
Directed by Kevin BrayWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 5
Sam reaches out to a woman from his past. Trials loom for Dr. Strauss, Sam, and Elias.
Directed by Kevin BrayWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel FieldsGuest stars Lucas Grant
Episode 6
Dr. Strauss struggles with the reality he finds himself in. Sam is consumed with practical necessities, but agrees to his therapist’s advice to make different choices.
Directed by Gwyneth Horder-PaytonWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 7
Both Dr. Strauss and Sam try to make new connections in their pursuit of an elusive peace.
Directed by Gwyneth Horder-PaytonWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 8
Dr. Strauss is honest with himself about his failures, past and present. A revelation about his relationship with Ezra leads him back to the urgency of escape. Sam loses faith in his doctor.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 9
Dr. Strauss leaves nothing unsaid. Sam gives it another shot with Mary. An idea sparks for Sam, and everything seems to click together.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode 10
For Sam, an unexpected decision shows progress towards his goals, but Dr. Strauss demands even more.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Steve CarellAlan Strauss
Domhnall GleesonSam Fortner
Linda EmondCandace Fortner
Andrew LeedsEzra Strauss
David Alan GrierCharlie Addison
Lucas GrantYoung Ezra Strauss
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