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Season 1 – The Path

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Aaron Paul ("Breaking Bad") stars in this Hulu original as Eddie Lane, a member of a new-age spiritualist movement known as Meyerism. Unbeknownst to his wife and children, who are also members of the movement, Eddie has a vision about Meyerism's founder that causes him to have a crisis of faith -- right as he is expected to advance further up the spiritual ladder. Eddie decides to secretly meet with a Meyerist defector, causing his wife (Michelle Monaghan) -- an important figure in Meyerism -- to become suspicious. As the movement grows exponentially worldwide, Eddie is forced to face the question of whether he can grow Meyerism without becoming a cult leader.
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With strong performances, deep writing, and skilled direction, The Path offers an absorbing observation of the human condition, even if a rushed pace occasionally blunts the impact.

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Amber Dowling TheWrap 06/14/2018
Overall, it's not a bad beginning to a series intent on exploring human suffering and the lengths people will go to in order to stop hurting. Go to Full Review Alison Herman Flavorwire 08/10/2017
Scientology, and any "coincidental resemblances to it," may pique viewers' interest, but The Path doesn't need it to sustain a tense, layered drama. Go to Full Review Inkoo Kang MTV 04/12/2016
Even in that less-than-gripping first hour, Eddie and Sarah's story line is the least engrossing, in large part because the talented Paul and Monaghan are asked to play circumstances, not characters. Go to Full Review Matt Roush TV Insider 05/15/2019
The heady brew of eroticism and surreal mysticism can be seductive, but the show's unsteady tone makes it hard to want to swallow the Kool-Aid. Go to Full Review Ed Bark Uncle Barky 05/15/2019
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The Path mostly is notable for Aaron Paul giving his all in the service of a role that finds him on familiar shaky ground in a series with too many ruts. Go to Full Review Rob Owen Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 05/15/2019
It's frustrating when a series hitches its drama to a lack of communication as its primary conceit because the solution seems so simple. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Faiz D @RT95588871 05/14/2025 Well made, well acted but really want this to be better. See more 06/19/2020 This season only is worth to watch compare with Season 2 and 3. At least this one is good to watch. Just stop watching after season 1. Wanna waste ur time? Welcome to looser club. See more 02/13/2019 One of the most intriguing and thought provoking television series I have seen in quite some time. The first season allows you to dive right into the cultural and community of what a cult (or "movement") may behave like in today's American society, while also exploring human interaction and what faith means to the individual. The character's and their development are what drive the show and what truly keeps a viewer coming back, even if there are some pacing issues which make certain plot points never come to fruition. That being said, I highly recommend this series for anyone looking to binge a new, exciting and mind-bending experience which will have yourself taking a step back and asking, "What is the truth? What is faith?" See more 06/13/2018 At least give the show a great ending shame on Hulu! See more 05/21/2018 As someone who watches a lot of drama, I feel qualified in stating my opinion that this series is an amazing breath of fresh air in an industry of stale junk. The character and plot development is strong and I find myself interested in what is going on which is much more than I can say about other dying series' (twd, anyone?) I was very sad to see it had been canceled. Strong writing and substance is so hard to come across these days.. See more 03/28/2018 Can everyone just watch this show so I can chat your ear off? I LOVE it See more Read all reviews
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Aaron Paul

Eddie Lane

Michelle Monaghan

Sarah Lane

Hugh Dancy

Cal Roberts

Kyle Allen

Hawk Lane

Emma Greenwell

Mary Cox

Rockmond Dunbar

Abe Gaines

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 30, 2016 What the Fire Throws Cal leads a movement on a disaster relief mission in New Hampshire; Eddie returns home after completing his 6R training in Peru, where he saw a horrifying vision of the organization's truth; Eddie's odd behavior leads Sarah to suspect an affair. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 30, 2016 The Era of the Ladder Eddie and Sarah begin the Infidelity rehab program; Hawk makes a new friend in Ashley, a popular girl his age who needs help with her family's finances; Cal offers to help a wealthy donor's drug-addicted son. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 6, 2016 A Homecoming Cal visits his estranged mother with the intent of putting her in an assisted living facility; Miranda Frank is brought to the New York compound to unburden; Sarah confronts Miranda alone. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 13, 2016 The Future The compound receives a visit from two of The Movement's elders; their arrival calls Cal's leadership and the future of The Movement into question; Abe learns of Mary Cox's troubled past; Hawk decides to take a step closer to Ashley. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 20, 2016 The Hole Eddie and Sarah find themselves at odds; Abe meets with Alison and suspects The Movement may be involved in criminal activity; Hawk tries to break up with Ashley; Cal returns to the Ridge estate to declare his support for Sarah's actions. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 27, 2016 Breaking and Entering After Ashley's family is evicted, Hawk brings them home for shelter; Sarah goes on a personal mission to answer questions from her past; Cal asserts his leadership and makes a bold political decision for The Movement. Details Episode 7 Aired May 4, 2016 Refugees Cal's actions attract a swarm of media attention to the compound; Sarah and the elders question his tactics; Cal discovers Eddie's secret relationship with Alison; Cal leaves Sarah to address the congregation on her own. Details Episode 8 Aired May 11, 2016 The Shore Eddie brings Hawk along on a journey of spiritual enlightenment; Cal struggles with the ugly reality of his own violent tendencies; Nicole's labor becomes troubled; Cal tells Sarah a secret about Eddie. Details Episode 9 Aired May 18, 2016 A Room With a View Sarah meets with Alison Kemp after discovering Eddie's burner phone; Eddie and Hawk return home; Sarah confronts Eddie about his crisis of faith; Cal asks Sarah to be his second-in-command. Details Episode 10 Aired May 25, 2016 The Miracle Eddie faces exile after his crisis of faith is discovered; Cal delivers the final three rungs of The Ladder to the congregation; Sarah learns a dark secret about The Movement; Eddie uncovers a shocking truth in Peru. Details

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Season Info

Director
Michael Weaver, Roxann Dawson, Patrick R. Norris, Mike Cahill
Executive Producer
Jessica Goldberg, Jason Katims, Michelle Lee
Screenwriter
Jessica Goldberg, Julia Brownell, Annie Weisman, Coleman Herbert, Jason Katims
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 30, 2016
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