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 Sep 1, 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
The disappearance of a city manager disrupts a lucrative land scheme and ignites an investigation involving three police officers and a career criminal who is moving into legitimate business.
Directed by Justin LinWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Michael Irby
Episode 2
Ben Caspar's autopsy reveals the gruesome details of his demise, and Ray and Ani wonder if it has anything to do with his fondness for prostitutes. Meanwhile, Frank looks into what might have happened to his missing fortune.
Directed by Justin LinWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Michael Irby
Episode 3
The repercussions from Caspar's murder are felt by Frank and the Vinci Mayor's office. Ray and Ani are involved in a close call with the killer.
Directed by Janus MetzWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Michael Irby
Episode 4
The detail works a pawn-shop lead to close in on a suspect in the Caspere case. Frank revisits his past to pay for his present. Velcoro, Bezzerides and Woodrugh struggle to keep the case straight in the face of corruption.
Directed by Jeremy PodeswaWritten by Scott Lasser, Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Michael Irby
Episode 5
Ray and Frank contemplate new life choices. Ani and Paul follow a lead up the coast.
Directed by John CrowleyWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, James Frain, Abigail Spencer, Michael Irby, Timothy V. Murphy, Yara Martinez
Episode 6
Desperate to locate a missing woman with intel about Caspere, Frank meets with Mexican drug dealers; Ani infiltrates an exclusive inner circle, with Ray and Paul keeping close tabs.
Directed by Miguel SapochnikWritten by Scott Lasser, Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Miranda Rae Mayo, Chris Kerson, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Timothy V. Murphy, Jon Lindstrom
Episode 7
Ray, Ani and Paul take precautionary measures to elude detection and untangle a dark mystery; Frank deals with the fallout of his betrayal.
Directed by Dan AttiasWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Miranda Rae Mayo, Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Christopher James Baker, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Michael Irby, Timothy V. Murphy
Episode 8
Frank, Ray and Ani weigh their options as Caspere's killer and the scope of corruption is revealed.
Directed by John CrowleyWritten by Nic PizzolattoGuest stars Chris Kerson, Ritchie Coster, Afemo Omilami, James Frain, Andy Mackenzie, Abigail Spencer, Timothy V. Murphy, Yara Martinez
Episode information updated Sep 17, 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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Parliament of OwlsUnited States
