Chapelwaite

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  • TV-MA
  • 2021
  • 1 Season
  • 7.2  (10,275)

Chapelwaite is a dark fantasy drama television series that premiered on Epix in August 2021. The show is based on Stephen King's famous novel titled "Jerusalem's Lot." The series stars Academy Award-winning actor Adrien Brody in the lead role. The show takes place in the fictional town of Preacher's Corners, Maine, in the 1850s, and follows the story of Captain Charles Boone, who moves to his ancestral home, Chapelwaite, with his three children, after his wife dies. The show begins with Captain Boone arriving in Chapelwaite with his three children, Honor, Tane, and Loa. He is met with a cold welcome by the townspeople who hold a deep-rooted grudge against the Boone family. The reasons for their animosity become clearer as the show progresses, and it is revealed that the family's history is tied to a sinister, supernatural conspiracy. The town's dark history is revealed, and eerie happenings start to occur around Chapelwaite, with the Boone family at the center of it all. Captain Boone, a former soldier in the Mexican-American War, is a strong-willed, principled man determined to resurrect the family name and fortune. He is determined to take charge of the family's vast shipping business and build a better future for his children. But soon after his arrival, his dreams are threatened by the strange happenings at Chapelwaite. The threat seems to be emanating from the house's basement, where his wife's journals are hidden. The journals reveal dark secrets about his family that threaten to unravel his sanity and endanger the lives of his children. All throughout the series, we see Captain Boone struggling to keep his family together and preserve his sanity in the face of the supernatural forces besieging him. Adrien Brody gives an outstanding performance as Captain Boone, infusing his character with a depth of pain and vulnerability that makes him immensely relatable. The show's production design and cinematography are a standout. The show's creators have gone to great lengths to create an authentic 1850s Maine town, using period-accurate costumes, sets, and props. The cinematography is stunning, with the gloomy Maine weather and eerie soundscapes adding to the show's atmosphere. The show's overall aesthetic is that of a gothic thriller, with several unsettling moments that will leave viewers feeling uneasy. The supporting cast of the show is also excellent. Emily Hampshire, who plays Rebecca Morgan, the town's newspaper editor, gives a standout performance as she works with Captain Boone to uncover the truth about the town's history. Sirena Gulamgaus, who plays Captain Boone's daughter, Honor, shines in her role, showing a maturity that belies her age. Jennifer Ens, who plays Dr. Mears, the town's physician, is a welcome addition to the show, and her scenes with Captain Boone add to the already intense drama. Overall, Chapelwaite is an engaging and terrifying series that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-watch for Stephen King fans and anyone who loves horror and fantasy genres. Adrien Brody's excellent performance anchors the show, and the cast's overall performance is solid. The show's production values are impressive, and the eerie atmosphere and unsettling music add to the show's overall tone. The show explores themes of grief, family, loyalty, and the supernatural, making for an intense viewing experience. The show leaves several questions unanswered by the end of the first season, raising the anticipation for the second season.

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The Keeper
10. The Keeper
October 17, 2021
Jakub and his army come out of the dark and attack Charles and his fighters. Charles must make a decision to free his family of the ancient book's curse.
Gathering Dark, The
9. Gathering Dark, The
October 10, 2021
Charles and company try to enlist men in town to fight in Jerusalem's Lot and retake the book.
Hold The Night
8. Hold The Night
October 3, 2021
Charles and his family defend Chapelwaite with the help of Constable Dennison and Minister Burroughs. The night tests each character to their emotional limit.
De Vermis Mysteriis
7. De Vermis Mysteriis
September 26, 2021
Overwhelmed with madness, Charles is driven to the church cemetery where he unearths a hidden book. But once in his hands, he has an apocalyptic vision of the vampire future.
Offer, The
6. Offer, The
September 19, 2021
Charles is overwhelmed with grief and anger after his family is dealt a devastating blow. Stephen and Uncle Phillip come to Charles with a surprising proposition.
Prophet, The
5. Prophet, The
September 12, 2021
The mysterious Jakub lures Charles to Jerusalem's Lot and he discovers that his madness is connected to an ancient book. The children are stunned and betrayed when Loa finds Rebecca's secret writings about the Boone family.
Promised, The
4. Promised, The
August 29, 2021
Charles prepares to commit himself to the asylum for treatment but Tane discovers something disturbing in the barn that may help reveal Chapelwaite's secrets. A creepy cadre of emaciated Acolytes arrive with a message.
Legacy of Madness
3. Legacy of Madness
September 12, 2021
Charles continues to hear rats behind the walls, despite assurances there are none. His search for answers leads to an insane asylum where his worst fears are realized.
Memento Mori
2. Memento Mori
August 29, 2021
A child in town dies of a mystery illness and on her deathbed, credits Stephen Boone. Hysterical townsfolk demand that Charles dig up his cousin's grave. Charles refuses but in private opens the grave and is shocked by what he finds.
Blood Calls Blood
1. Blood Calls Blood
August 22, 2021
In 1850, Captain Charles Boone inherits his wealthy cousin's estate and relocates his family to small-town Maine where the Boones encounter prejudice, hostility, a mystery illness and murder as Charles begins a dangerous journey of self-discovery.
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Chapelwaite is a dark fantasy drama television series that premiered on Epix in August 2021. The show is based on Stephen King's famous novel titled "Jerusalem's Lot." The series stars Academy Award-winning actor Adrien Brody in the lead role. The show takes place in the fictional town of Preacher's Corners, Maine, in the 1850s, and follows the story of Captain Charles Boone, who moves to his ancestral home, Chapelwaite, with his three children, after his wife dies.

The show begins with Captain Boone arriving in Chapelwaite with his three children, Honor, Tane, and Loa. He is met with a cold welcome by the townspeople who hold a deep-rooted grudge against the Boone family. The reasons for their animosity become clearer as the show progresses, and it is revealed that the family's history is tied to a sinister, supernatural conspiracy. The town's dark history is revealed, and eerie happenings start to occur around Chapelwaite, with the Boone family at the center of it all.

Captain Boone, a former soldier in the Mexican-American War, is a strong-willed, principled man determined to resurrect the family name and fortune. He is determined to take charge of the family's vast shipping business and build a better future for his children. But soon after his arrival, his dreams are threatened by the strange happenings at Chapelwaite. The threat seems to be emanating from the house's basement, where his wife's journals are hidden. The journals reveal dark secrets about his family that threaten to unravel his sanity and endanger the lives of his children.

All throughout the series, we see Captain Boone struggling to keep his family together and preserve his sanity in the face of the supernatural forces besieging him. Adrien Brody gives an outstanding performance as Captain Boone, infusing his character with a depth of pain and vulnerability that makes him immensely relatable.

The show's production design and cinematography are a standout. The show's creators have gone to great lengths to create an authentic 1850s Maine town, using period-accurate costumes, sets, and props. The cinematography is stunning, with the gloomy Maine weather and eerie soundscapes adding to the show's atmosphere. The show's overall aesthetic is that of a gothic thriller, with several unsettling moments that will leave viewers feeling uneasy.

The supporting cast of the show is also excellent. Emily Hampshire, who plays Rebecca Morgan, the town's newspaper editor, gives a standout performance as she works with Captain Boone to uncover the truth about the town's history. Sirena Gulamgaus, who plays Captain Boone's daughter, Honor, shines in her role, showing a maturity that belies her age. Jennifer Ens, who plays Dr. Mears, the town's physician, is a welcome addition to the show, and her scenes with Captain Boone add to the already intense drama.

Overall, Chapelwaite is an engaging and terrifying series that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-watch for Stephen King fans and anyone who loves horror and fantasy genres. Adrien Brody's excellent performance anchors the show, and the cast's overall performance is solid. The show's production values are impressive, and the eerie atmosphere and unsettling music add to the show's overall tone. The show explores themes of grief, family, loyalty, and the supernatural, making for an intense viewing experience. The show leaves several questions unanswered by the end of the first season, raising the anticipation for the second season.

  • Premiere Date
    August 22, 2021
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (10,275)