The Outsider

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  • TV-MA
  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 7.7  (87,814)

The Outsider is a thrilling crime drama television series that premiered on HBO in January of 2020. Based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King, the show follows the investigation of a gruesome murder of a young boy in a small Georgia town. The series is produced by Media Rights Capital and Aggregate Films, with Richard Price serving as the primary writer and executive producer. Ben Mendelsohn plays the lead role of Detective Ralph Anderson, the main investigator in the case. Ralph has a solid reputation as a police detective and is respected by his colleagues. He is also dealing with the recent loss of his son, which has left him feeling lost and disconnected from those around him. Despite his personal turmoil, Ralph is determined to solve the horrific murder and bring the perpetrator to justice. Bill Camp portrays Terry Maitland, a beloved teacher and coach at the local high school who is accused of the murder. Terry is well-liked in the community and has a reputation for being a decent and upstanding citizen. However, forensic evidence suggests that he was at the scene of the crime around the time of the murder, which leaves Ralph and his team struggling to reconcile Terry's apparent guilt with the image of him they have built up. Jeremy Bobb plays Alec Pelley, the District Attorney who is adamant about prosecuting Terry for the murder. Alec sees the case as an opportunity to further his career, but Ralph is not convinced of Terry's guilt despite the mounting evidence against him. The two clash over how to proceed with the investigation, with Ralph believing that there is more to the case than meets the eye. The Outsider explores the theme of how people's perception and preconceived notions can be the biggest hindrance in seeking the truth, with the guilt or innocence of Terry Maitland being at the center of it all. The show's intense and eerie atmosphere, combined with its well-written script and compelling characters, makes for an engrossing watch that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Throughout the series, Ralph and his team uncover a web of supernatural occurrences and eerie coincidences that cast doubt on Terry's involvement in the murder. The show also delves into the mythos of Stephen King's works, including the introduction of an enigmatic character named Holly Gibney who will be familiar to fans of the author's Bill Hodges trilogy. The Outsider is an expertly crafted series that explores the consequences of complex moral dilemmas, small-town secrets, and the thin lines between reality and the supernatural. The show's attention to detail and the stellar performances by the cast members make it a must-watch for anyone who enjoys crime dramas and supernatural thrillers. The first season of The Outsider consists of ten episodes and is available to stream on HBO.

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Must/Can't
10. Must/Can't
March 8, 2020
'Must/Can't.' Season Finale. The group finds itself in a climactic showdown in their last-ditch effort to root out El Coco.
Tigers and Bears
9. Tigers and Bears
March 1, 2020
After obscuring their true purpose in town from local police, Ralph and Yunis interview witnesses from the cave festival, while Holly and Andy visit the scene. Later, the group considers its next move as Claude deals with the weight of his role.
Foxhead
8. Foxhead
February 23, 2020
Sensing something ominous afoot, Claude reconnects with his brother Seale in Tennessee, while Holly, Ralph, Yunis and Andy follow him in hopes of isolating the evil force and thwarting its next kill. Meanwhile, a family visiting a local cave festival narrowly avoids a dangerous encounter.
In the Pines, In the Pines
7. In the Pines, In the Pines
February 16, 2020
Holly makes a calculated attempt to help a volatile but conflicted Jack, while their whereabouts are tracked by Ralph and Alec. After she's confronted by town gossip on her first day back at work, Glory considers Howie's suggestion on how to secure her family's financial future.
The One About the Yiddish Vampire
6. The One About the Yiddish Vampire
February 9, 2020
Holly presents her unusual theory about the connection between two other mysterious child murders and the Frankie Peterson case. While Ralph remains skeptical, a more receptive Yunis suggests they start looking into Claude, the last person to have contact with Terry. Jeannie's attempt to include Glory in their group of concerned citizens backfires.
Tear-Drinker
5. Tear-Drinker
February 2, 2020
After returning from an eye-opening trip to New York, Holly searches for clues at several locations connected to the Dayton case. Jeannie finds herself shaken by an unnerving incident at work and delivers an ominous warning to Ralph. Jack is put on the defensive at Tamika's baby shower.
Que Viene el Coco
4. Que Viene el Coco
January 26, 2020
While retracing the Maitlands' recent family vacation in Dayton, Ohio, Holly pursues a possible connection to an eerily similar case and gains valuable insight from local former detective Andy Katcavage. Meanwhile, Glory faces increased scrutiny in her daily life, and Jack's behavior grows progressively more erratic.
Dark Uncle
3. Dark Uncle
January 19, 2020
Despite being on mandatory leave, Ralph continues to scrutinize the confounding circumstances surrounding the night of the murder. Frustrated by their lack of progress, Ralph and GBI detective Yunis Sablo meet with Alec and Howie, who suggest bringing in unorthodox PI Holly Gibney. Jack has a hair-raising experience at a remote barn where key evidence and a mysterious substance have been found. Glory deals with fallout at her daughters' school and with Jessa's increasingly concerning nightmares.
Roanoke
2. Roanoke
January 12, 2020
During a surreptitious late-night visit with Terry, Ralph admits to being baffled by conflicting physical evidence. The next day, an unexpected tragedy throws the investigation into a tailspin, and ornery detective Jack Hoskins is forced to cut his hunting trip short to return to work and pick up the slack. Meanwhile, Glory tries to soothe her daughter Jessa, who says she's been visited by a strange man in her room at night.
Fish in a Barrel
1. Fish in a Barrel
January 12, 2020
When the body of an 11-year-old boy is found in the Georgia woods, detective Ralph Anderson launches an investigation into the gruesome murder. With eyewitnesses and physical evidence pointing to local teacher and baseball coach Terry Maitland, Ralph makes a very public arrest but is perplexed by Terry's seeming indifference to hiding his crime. After Terry's wife Glory calls their attorney Howie Salomon for assistance, a bewildered Terry produces an ironclad alibi during interrogation. Meanwhile, Howie calls in his PI Alec Pelley to look into Terry's side of the story.
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The Outsider is a thrilling crime drama television series that premiered on HBO in January of 2020. Based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King, the show follows the investigation of a gruesome murder of a young boy in a small Georgia town. The series is produced by Media Rights Capital and Aggregate Films, with Richard Price serving as the primary writer and executive producer.

Ben Mendelsohn plays the lead role of Detective Ralph Anderson, the main investigator in the case. Ralph has a solid reputation as a police detective and is respected by his colleagues. He is also dealing with the recent loss of his son, which has left him feeling lost and disconnected from those around him. Despite his personal turmoil, Ralph is determined to solve the horrific murder and bring the perpetrator to justice.

Bill Camp portrays Terry Maitland, a beloved teacher and coach at the local high school who is accused of the murder. Terry is well-liked in the community and has a reputation for being a decent and upstanding citizen. However, forensic evidence suggests that he was at the scene of the crime around the time of the murder, which leaves Ralph and his team struggling to reconcile Terry's apparent guilt with the image of him they have built up.

Jeremy Bobb plays Alec Pelley, the District Attorney who is adamant about prosecuting Terry for the murder. Alec sees the case as an opportunity to further his career, but Ralph is not convinced of Terry's guilt despite the mounting evidence against him. The two clash over how to proceed with the investigation, with Ralph believing that there is more to the case than meets the eye.

The Outsider explores the theme of how people's perception and preconceived notions can be the biggest hindrance in seeking the truth, with the guilt or innocence of Terry Maitland being at the center of it all. The show's intense and eerie atmosphere, combined with its well-written script and compelling characters, makes for an engrossing watch that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Throughout the series, Ralph and his team uncover a web of supernatural occurrences and eerie coincidences that cast doubt on Terry's involvement in the murder. The show also delves into the mythos of Stephen King's works, including the introduction of an enigmatic character named Holly Gibney who will be familiar to fans of the author's Bill Hodges trilogy.

The Outsider is an expertly crafted series that explores the consequences of complex moral dilemmas, small-town secrets, and the thin lines between reality and the supernatural. The show's attention to detail and the stellar performances by the cast members make it a must-watch for anyone who enjoys crime dramas and supernatural thrillers. The first season of The Outsider consists of ten episodes and is available to stream on HBO.

The Outsider is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on January 12, 2020.

Where to Watch The Outsider

The Outsider is available for streaming on the HBO website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Outsider on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    January 12, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (87,814)