The Exorcist (2016): Season 1

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FOX | Season Premiere Date: September 23, 2016

Starring: Alan Ruck, Geena Davis, Ben Daniels

Summary: The adaptation of William Blatty’s 1971 book focuses on Father Tomas Ortega (Alfonso Herrera) and Father Marcus Lang (Ben Daniels) as they face a case of demonic possession in Angela Rance's (Geena Davis) family.

Genre(s): Drama, Horror

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E10. Chapter Ten: Three Rooms
Air Date: December 16, 2016
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S1:E9. Chapter Nine: 162
Air Date: December 9, 2016
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S1:E8. Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers
Air Date: November 18, 2016

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Verne Gay

Sep 21, 2016

With expectations low, this Exorcist surprises with appealing leads, and--a big bonus point--the return to TV of Geena Davis. Read full review

Ken Tucker

Sep 23, 2016

The pleasant surprise is that this new Exorcist, as conceived by writer Jeremy Slater, is both well-acted and at times quite disturbing. Read full review

Uncle Barky Ed Bark

Sep 23, 2016

Friday’s curtain-raiser makes a better than expected first impression while at the same time putting Herrera’s hunky, soulful and appealing lead priest in play. Read full review

Robert Bianco

Sep 22, 2016

We've seen these same tricks used to excess since then, and while they're applied competently here, they feel a bit old and lifeless. Read full review

Lauren Humphries-Brooks

Sep 16, 2016

Although predictable, it’s a solid piece of entertainment, perfectly enjoyable for an hour-long show. Read full review

Charlie Mason

Sep 12, 2016

This is all perfectly interesting. It just isn’t... compelling. Read full review

Chris Cabin

Sep 13, 2016

The amount of story that they try to fit in zaps the narrative of any momentum and strikes out any scene that doesn’t speak directly to an upcoming plot twist or sheer exposition. Read full review

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JMoneys

Oct 4, 2016

This show is dope! Love it ! I'm pretty hooked after two episodes it's freaking me out at times brings back memories from the movie I mainly watch it on Hulu I hate commercials so it's perfect the suspense does not go away .

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AthanasiosT

Dec 5, 2016

A true inheritance to the original movie, this series offers everything a good horror show should have and leaves out everything it shouldn't. I just hope they renew it for a second season.

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kuehnau

Jan 8, 2017

What happens when people work within the source material, respects the franchise, takes their time and gives fans of the franchise what they want? The Exorcist (2016) is exactly what you get. This is how media, movies and TV shows should be done.

The Exorcist is a continuation of the 1971What happens when people work within the source material, respects the franchise, takes their time and gives fans of the franchise what they want? The Exorcist (2016) is exactly what you get. This is how media, movies and TV shows should be done.

The Exorcist is a continuation of the 1971 book. Now as an adult Angela finds that her family is facing the same demon that she herself batteled as a child.

This TV series was amazing, it takes the classic source material, expands upon it and manages to wrap itself up nicely in a satisfying manner, while still leaving the doors open for possible more seasons in the future. We may not get a second season, but thankfully, we don't need one to make this an amazing and enjoyable outing.… Expand

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holeemc

Dec 20, 2016

this is the breakout hit of 2016. not a lot of people are talking about it deserves much more attention. The acting and writing are very strong and its only some occasionally ropey special effects that let it down.

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Prosmooth

Sep 24, 2016

A bit lazy on a character motivation at the beginning--but pretty darned good premiere. I'm impressed. The acting was very strong (by the men who played the priests especially). Really good special effects and a genuinely creepy atmosphere all the way through it. I'll be tuning in to thisA bit lazy on a character motivation at the beginning--but pretty darned good premiere. I'm impressed. The acting was very strong (by the men who played the priests especially). Really good special effects and a genuinely creepy atmosphere all the way through it. I'll be tuning in to this one for sure.… Expand

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geewah

Jan 15, 2021

Was intrigued to see what direction this show would take in it's telling but it stayed pretty true to the source material. It does make it predictable but it also gives you what makes the franchise a success.

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caissa

Oct 3, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In fact, I saw the second part of first season. The movie is oriented to the previous direction which old versions of exorcism/devil stories passed through it!… Expand

0 of 6 users found this helpful06

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The Exorcist: Ben Daniels Talks About His Character Father Marcus

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The Exorcist: Jeremy Slater Talks About Angela's Big Reveal

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The Exorcist: Alfonso Herrera Talks About His Character Father Tomas

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The Exorcist: Season 1

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The Exorcist: A Tale Of Two Priests Father Marcus And Father Tomas' Origins

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The Exorcist: Tomas Asks The Demon To Show Itself

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The Exorcist: Exorcisms Don'T Simply Fail, The Possessed Die

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The Exorcist: Andy Loses His Cool & Destroys The Room

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The Exorcist: Verity Finds Truck Banging His Head On The Wall

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The Exorcist: Marcus Hears The Story Of The Man That Killed His Wife & Kids

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The Exorcist: Andy Grieves For His Wife & Daughter

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The Exorcist: Andy Sees His Deceased Daughter In The Woods

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The Exorcist: Marcus Talks About Past Cases He Has Worked On

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The Exorcist: The Demonic Stunt Double

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The Exorcist: First Look: Evil Has A New Home

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The Exorcist: Casey's Body Begins To Fail Her

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The Exorcist: Chapter Seven: Father Of Lies

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas And Father Marcus Bring Casey To The Church

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The Exorcist: Andy Can't Believe How His Wife Decorated His House

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The Exorcist: Andy Remembers The First Time He Met His Demon

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The Exorcist: Help Me

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The Exorcist: Season 2

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The Exorcist: Catch Up On The Heart Stopping Season Premiere

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The Exorcist: Friday The 13Th Has Never Been Scarier

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The Exorcist: Tomas Searches A House For Answers

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The Exorcist: Opening Titles

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The Exorcist: Recap: Episodes 1-4

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The Exorcist: Witness The Next Chapter

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The Exorcist: How Do I Know If My Friend Is Possessed

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The Exorcist: I'm Not A Liar

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The Exorcist: Chapter Four: The Moveable Feast

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The Exorcist: Chapter Two: Lupus In Fabula

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The Exorcist: Casey Fights Hard To Resist Her Demon

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Knows He Needs Father Marcus' Help

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The Exorcist: The Salesman Taunts Casey In The Hospital

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Breaks Some Hard News To Angela

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The Exorcist: He Chose You

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The Exorcist: What Is Your Name?

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The Exorcist: This Is Completely Different

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The Exorcist: Subway Attack

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The Exorcist: Katherine And Julia Get In A Car Accident

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The Exorcist: I Know Someone

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The Exorcist: Chapter Three: Let 'Em In

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The Exorcist: The Demon Tells Angela Where Casey Is

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas & Father Marcus Struggle With Casey's Demon

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The Exorcist: Angela Isn't Who They Think She Is

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Learns That St. Anthony Is Being Closed

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The Exorcist: Father Marcus Pays Father Tomas A Visit

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The Exorcist: Accept The Inevitable

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The Exorcist: Andy Recovers A Rock From His Deceased Wife

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The Exorcist: Chapter Ten: Three Rooms

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The Exorcist: Angela's Sending A Message

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Feels Like He Doesn't Deserve His Promotion

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The Exorcist: The Family Finds Casey

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The Exorcist: Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers

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The Exorcist: Angela Is Possessed By Casey's Demon

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The Exorcist: The Family Has Dinner With Father Tomas

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The Exorcist: Chapter Nine: 162

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The Exorcist: There But For The Grace Of God, Go I

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The Exorcist: Andy Tries To Fight Off Marcus & Tomas

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The Exorcist: Shelby Tries To Protect Caleb & Harper

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The Exorcist: Marcus Asks Andy About Counseling

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The Exorcist: Marcus Sees What Transpired In The House

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The Exorcist: Watch & Learn

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The Exorcist: Two Men Search For A Priest

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The Exorcist: Marcus Tries To Wake Up Tomas

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The Exorcist: Andy Doesn't Know What's Real Or Fake

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The Exorcist: Darling Nikki

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The Exorcist: Shelby Hears Strange Sounds In The Woods

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The Exorcist: The Sheriff Ties Up Tomas & Marcus

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The Exorcist: Tomas & Marcus Have Dinner At The Foster Home

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The Exorcist: Marcus Continues To Question Andy About His Wife's Death

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The Exorcist: Tomas Tells Marcus What He Saw In The House

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The Exorcist: Andy's Deceased Wife Continues To Manipulate Him

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The Exorcist: Andy Terrorizes Everyone

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The Exorcist: Ritual & Repetition

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The Exorcist: Mouse Warns Father Bennett About The Coming War

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The Exorcist: Unclean

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The Exorcist: Andrew Welcomes Harper Into His Home

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The Exorcist: Father Marcus & Tomas Run Out Of Options

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The Exorcist: One For Sorrow

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The Exorcist: Andrew & Grace Have A Tea Party

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Wakes Up From A Terrifying Dream

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The Exorcist: Cardinal Guillot & His Guests Are Poisoned And Burned

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The Exorcist: Angela Hears Something In The Walls

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The Exorcist: Chapter One: And Let My Cry Come Unto Thee

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Visits Father Marcus

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The Exorcist: Father Marcus & Tomas Have A Rough Encounter With Tobias

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The Exorcist: Andy Encourages Shelby To Stick To His Faith

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The Exorcist: Safe As Houses

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The Exorcist: Tomas & Marcus Are Called To Help The Sheriff's Possessed Wife

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The Exorcist: Andy & Tomas Look For The Demon

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The Exorcist: A Heaven Of Hell

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The Exorcist: Tomas Wants To Take Andy's Place

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The Exorcist: Unworthy

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The Exorcist: Tomas Meets The Demon

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The Exorcist: Father Bennett Fights For His Life In The Hospital

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The Exorcist: Verity Offers Herself As Bait To Help Andrew

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The Exorcist: Run Before It's Too Late

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The Exorcist: Tomas Begins To Hallucinate While Helping Andrew

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The Exorcist: Marcus Insist He's Not Sticking Around

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The Exorcist: A Nun Has A Conversation With A Demon

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The Exorcist: Marcus & Tomas Pray Over Andrew

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The Exorcist: Marcus Talks To His Possessed Wife

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The Exorcist: Tomas & Marcus Perform An Exorcism With Mouse

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The Exorcist: You Can Do This

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The Exorcist: Janus

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Gets Lost

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The Exorcist: Father Tomas Races To Save A Possessed Woman

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The Exorcist: Verity Talks About The Island Witch

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The Exorcist: The Priest Makes A Toast

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The Exorcist: Tomas & Marcus Remain On The Run

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The Exorcist: Chapter Six: Star Of The Morning

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The Exorcist: Creepy Casey

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The Exorcist: Chapter Five: Through My Most Grievous Fault

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The Exorcist: Devil's Trickery

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The Exorcist: It's Coming For Me

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The Exorcist: Isn't It Wonderful

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The Exorcist: Integration

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The Exorcist: Andrew Gives Tomas & Marcus A Tour Of The House

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: September 29, 2017
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: September 23, 2016
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  S1:E10. Chapter Ten: Three Rooms
  Air Date: December 16, 2016
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  S1:E9. Chapter Nine: 162
  Air Date: December 9, 2016
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  S1:E8. Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers
  Air Date: November 18, 2016
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  S1:E7. Chapter Seven: Father of Lies
  Air Date: November 11, 2016
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  S1:E6. Chapter Six: Star of the Morning
  Air Date: November 4, 2016
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  S1:E5. Chapter Five: Through My Most Grievous Fault
  Air Date: October 21, 2016
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  S1:E4. Chapter Four: The Moveable Feast
  Air Date: October 14, 2016
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  S1:E3. Chapter Three: Let 'Em In
  Air Date: October 7, 2016
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  S1:E2. Chapter Two: Lupus in Fabula
  Air Date: September 30, 2016
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  S1:E1. Chapter One: And Let My Cry Come Unto Thee
  Air Date: September 23, 2016