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A small-town cop suspects that the local school for troubled teens — and its dangerously charismatic founder — may not be all it seems.
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A small-town cop suspects that the local school for troubled teens — and its dangerously charismatic founder — may not be all it seems.
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Episode 1
After a student escapes, newly arrived local cop Alex Dempsey grows suspicious of the goings-on at Tall Pines Academy, a school for troubled teens.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Mae MartinGuest stars Patrick J. Adams, Jackson Doner, Christy Bruce, Paul Bates, Jenny Raven, Byron Mann, Cynthia Ritchie, Gage Munroe
Episode 2
As a terrified Abbie takes stock of her new surroundings, Leila attempts a daring rescue. Alex discovers there's no privacy in a small town.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Ryan ScottGuest stars Patrick J. Adams, Cynthia Ritchie, Gage Munroe, Patrick Gallagher, Elizabeth Adams, Geena Meszaros, Michela Cannon, Milton Torres Lara
Episode 3
Abbie and Leila get a taste of Tall Pines' unconventional approach to rehabilitation. Alex gains new insight into the school's history — and Laura's.
Directed by Renuka JeyapalanWritten by Evangeline OrdazGuest stars Gage Munroe, Carolyn Taylor, Charlie Gibbard-McCall, Carolina Bartczak, Elizabeth Adams, Erik Junnola, Geena Meszaros, Milton Torres Lara
Episode 4
Laura grows weary of Alex's suspicions. Leila endures a punishment. Rory and Abbie team up to find crucial evidence that could help them escape.
Directed by Renuka JeyapalanWritten by Mohamad El MasriGuest stars Elizabeth Adams, Michael Ayres, Geena Meszaros, Michela Cannon, Milton Torres Lara, Brandon Jay McLaren, Joshua Close, Tattiawna Jones
Episode 5
Alex connects with a blogger who's convinced the school is hiding something. Leila divulges a secret that spirals out of control.
Directed by John FawcettWritten by Kim SteeleGuest stars Carolyn Taylor, Charlie Gibbard-McCall, Elizabeth Adams, Michael Ayres, Erik Junnola, Geena Meszaros, Michela Cannon, Milton Torres Lara
Episode 6
A wilderness excursion grows vicious as the students vie for a chance at freedom. Evelyn forces Leila to revisit the night of her sister's death.
Directed by John FawcettWritten by Kayla LoretteGuest stars Charlie Gibbard-McCall, Carolina Bartczak, Erik Junnola, Milton Torres Lara, Krikor Sagherian, Amanda Thamage, Samuel Israilov, Andreas Tsogkas
Episode 7
As Evelyn exploits the growing rift between Leila and Abbie, Laura finds an opening to drive a wedge of her own. Alex sees the true face of Tall Pines.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Ryan Scott, Alex EldridgeGuest stars Carolyn Taylor, Carolina Bartczak, Michael Ayres, Erik Junnola, Michela Cannon, Michelle Nolden, Richard Waugh, Chris Locke
Episode 8
Evelyn desperately tries to regain control. Abbie, Leila and Rory set their escape plan in motion. Alex discovers his purpose.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Mae Martin, Misha OsherovichGuest stars Patrick Gallagher, Charlie Gibbard-McCall, Michael Ayres, Erik Junnola, Geena Meszaros, Michela Cannon, Wayne Davis, Jessica Lynch
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Mae MartinAlex Dempsey
Sarah GadonLaura Redman
Alyvia Alyn LindLeila
Sydney TopliffeAbbie
Toni ColletteEvelyn Wade
Tricia BlackMule
Patrick J. AdamsWyatt Turner
Jackson DonerEli
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