TV series
The truth lies in the dark.
An American anthology police detective series utilizing multiple timelines in which investigations seem to unearth personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within or outside the law.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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An American anthology police detective series utilizing multiple timelines in which investigations seem to unearth personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within or outside the law.
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Episode 1
When eight researchers at Tsalal Station vanish without a trace, Danvers orders a search. After handling a workplace dispute, Navarro tries to convince a skeptical Danvers that the men's disappearance is connected to the murder of a local activist.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Issa LópezGuest stars Diane E. Benson, Aka Niviâna, Angunnguaq Larsen, Tim van Eyken, Pablo Anibal Frana, John Albasiny, Nicholas Goh, Þorsteinn Bachmann
Episode 2
As Danvers and Prior learn more about Tsalal – and find an unlikely location for the physical evidence – Captain Connelly threatens to move the case to Anchorage. Later, Navarro and Danvers find a connection between one of the Tsalal men and Annie.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Issa LópezGuest stars Diane E. Benson, Aka Niviâna, Tim van Eyken, Pablo Anibal Frana, John Albasiny, Nicholas Goh, Þorsteinn Bachmann, Adam Burton
Episode 3
While Hank leads the search for Clark, Prior asks Danvers about the murder-suicide case that drove a wedge between her and Navarro. Then, Navarro and Danvers seek out a local hairdresser for insight on Annie -- which leads to a tip.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Alan Page Arriaga, Issa López, Issa LópezGuest stars Diane E. Benson, Aka Niviâna, Angunnguaq Larsen, Þorsteinn Bachmann, Grace Anderson, Davíð Þór Katrínarson, Xavier Osmanson, Anna Lambe
Episode 4
When Julia's mental health struggles resurface, Navarro brings her to a local facility, promising that this time will be better. Later, Danvers and Navarro confirm the location of Annie's murder, and Danvers levies a harsh punishment on Leah.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Issa López, Chris Mundy, Namsi KhanGuest stars Aka Niviâna, Angunnguaq Larsen, Aron Már Ólafsson, Davíð Þór Katrínarson, Anna Lambe, Joel Montgrand, Inuik Lee Nielsen Shapiro, Donnie Keshawarz
Episode 5
As Prior digs into the links between Tsalal and mining company Silver Sky, Navarro rescues Leah from a local protest that has turned violent. At a meeting with Silver Sky exec Kate McKitterick, Danvers is warned not to pursue the case any further.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Issa López, Wenonah Wilms, Chris Mundy, Katrina AlbrightGuest stars Angunnguaq Larsen, Þorsteinn Bachmann, Kathryn Wilder, Grace Anderson, Abraham Franklínsson, Edward Fletcher, Davíð Þór Katrínarson, Anna Lambe
Episode 6
In the midst of a brutal storm, Danvers and Navarro find themselves stuck at Tsalal with no electricity or means of contact. As the truth about what happened to Annie and the Tsalal men unfolds, Navarro and Danvers each confront the demons from their past.
Directed by Issa LópezWritten by Issa LópezGuest stars Diane E. Benson, Angunnguaq Larsen, Tim van Eyken, Pablo Anibal Frana, John Albasiny, Nicholas Goh, Þorsteinn Bachmann, Adam Burton
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Matthew McConaugheyRust Cohle
Jodie FosterLiz Danvers
Kali ReisEvangeline Navarro
Fiona ShawRose Aguineau
Colin FarrellRay Velcoro
Finn BennettPeter Prior
Isabella Star LaBlancLeah Danvers
Mahershala AliWayne Hays
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