Episode 1
Tall Pines
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.
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Wayward
2025TV-MA1 season6.2 / 10
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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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Synopsis
A small-town cop suspects that the local school for troubled teens — and its dangerously charismatic founder — may not be all it seems.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Burrow
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.
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Episode 3
Break
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.
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Episode 4
Mud
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.
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Episode 5
Build
Alex connects with a blogger who's convinced the school is hiding something. Leila divulges a secret that spirals out of control.
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Episode 6
Mirror
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.
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Episode 7
Ascend
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.
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Episode 8
Leap
Evelyn desperately tries to regain control. Abbie, Leila and Rory set their escape plan in motion. Alex discovers his purpose.
Where to watch WaywardEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
More about Wayward
Cast
Mae MartinAlex Dempsey
Sarah GadonLaura Redman
Alyvia Alyn LindLeila
Sydney TopliffeAbbie
Toni ColletteEvelyn Wade
Tricia BlackMule
Patrick J. AdamsWyatt Turner
Jackson DonerEliCredits
- Created by
- Mae Martin
- Written by
- Ryan Scott, Mae Martin, Kayla Lorette, Misha Osherovich, Mohamad El Masri, Evangeline Ordaz, Kim Steele, Alex Eldridge
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 8
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Netflix
Sphère MédiaCanada
Objective FictionUnited States
Themes
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