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Miniseries – 11.22.63

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James Franco plays the role of Jake Epping, an ordinary high school teacher, who is presented with a chance to change history. When a longtime friend (Chris Cooper) shows Jake how to travel back in time, he tasks Jake with a mission he has been trying in vain to complete: stopping the assassination of John F. Kennedy on Nov. 22, 1963, and solving one of the biggest mysteries of the 20th century. Jake quickly learns that the past does not want to be changed, and that his attempts to divert the course of history can quickly turn dangerous.
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11.22.63 — Miniseries

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Critics Consensus

Though the execution feels almost as dated as the period it represents, 11.22.63 gradually reveals a compelling, well-performed series of events.

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Neil Genzlinger New York Times Jan 16, 2020
The finale is beautifully done and beautifully carried by Mr. Franco, thought-provoking and heartbreaking at once. Go to Full Review Caroline Framke Vox Jan 16, 2020
11.22.63 is just here to entertain. And that's fine! But if the series wanted us to look past some truly awful things Jake does in the name of changing the past, it should've clarified what it wanted us to think of its protagonist. Go to Full Review Alison Herman Flavorwire Aug 11, 2017
It's not a bad goal for the social good-minded time traveller, or more importantly to the matter at hand, a bad premise for a flashy miniseries designed to get attention. Go to Full Review Brad Miska Bloody Disgusting Jan 16, 2020
While "11.22.53" never really reaches the level of craftsmanship of "House of Cards" or "The Man In the High Castle," it makes up for it in it's immense "can't stop watching" entertainment value. Go to Full Review Bryan Bishop The Verge Jan 16, 2020
The pilot was an absolute home run, setting up a slate of fascinating characters with complex dynamics and a world of opportunity. Go to Full Review Kevin Yeoman Screen Rant Jan 16, 2020
Despite its occasional clumsiness, 11.22.63 is an entertaining effort. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Katie H @RT91263695 6 days ago Really good. Ending kinda pmo tho. See more John C @JohnClasky Sep 5, 2026 Stephen King’s 11.22.63 is top-tier television, and James Franco delivers a career-best performance.  Franco grounds the entire high-concept plot with incredible charisma, vulnerability, and quiet intensity as Jake Epping—a teacher sent back to the 1960s to prevent the JFK assassination. His dynamic on-screen presence keeps you hooked through every twist, perfectly capturing a man torn between a world-altering mission and the love of his life.  The 8-episode pacing is relentless, the 1960s atmosphere is stunning, and the constant threat that "the past fights back" keeps the suspense at maximum from start to finish. Franco absolutely shines here—an incredible, unforgettable ride. See more Chris M @Joeboo721 Jul 25, 2026 This is a fun show if you are interested in history. You root for history to be changed. See more Chris C @ChrisCordovita Jul 21, 2026 If Dark blew your mind, you'll love this series. A wardrobe can send you back in time, and no matter how long you stay in that timeline, only two minutes have passed when you return to the present. A true butterfly effect experience. See more Gina P @Dogrsqr Jul 20, 2026 Binge watched it. I've never thought much of James Franco as an actor but he was great in this. Kept me attention, was a good mixture of drama and action. See more Melanie S @Melaniestg Jul 11, 2026 Absolutely one of my favorite shows! See more Read all reviews
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Kevin Macdonald

Director

James Kent

Director

James Franco

Jake Epping

Chris Cooper

Al Templeton

Sarah Gadon

Sadie Dunhill

Daniel Webber

Lee Harvey Oswald

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 15, 2016 The Rabbit Hole An unassuming divorced English teacher stumbles upon a time portal that leads to 1960 and goes on a quest to try and prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 21, 2016 The Kill Floor Thrown by the enormity of his goal, Jake decides the one thing he can do to make a real difference is save the family of his friend Harry Dunning; Harry's family was murdered in a small Kentucky town by Harry's out-of-control father, Frank. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 29, 2016 Other Voices, Other Rooms Jake finds an unlikely ally in his quest; Jake gets a teaching job near Dallas and discovers romantic sparks with a librarian; trailing Oswald takes Jake into the dark side of Dallas, where he realizes Oswald may not be the only threat facing JFK. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 7, 2016 The Eyes of Texas Jake and Bill's partnership starts to struggle as they discover more secrets surrounding the unpredictable Lee Harvey Oswald; the conspiracy involving Oswald deepens; romance blooms for Jake and Sadie. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 14, 2016 The Truth Everything begins to fall apart as Jake struggles to live two lives: teacher and time traveler; when Sadie's life is threatened, Jake has to make a terrible choice; Lee Harvey Oswald takes steps that will lead him into a date with destiny. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 21, 2016 Happy Birthday, Lee Harvey Oswald It's October 1962, and the threats in Dallas continues to build; Jake must take drastic action to establish the full dimensions of the threat to Kennedy; Jake is hit with an unexpected death and a bitter betrayal from one of those closest to him. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 28, 2016 Soldier Boy The end is near and Jake is not up to the task; Sadie scrambles to pick up the pieces, but no one knows the mission as well as Jake; Kennedy and the assassin are on a collision path. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 4, 2016 The Day in Question The past pulls out every weapon it has to keep Jake from reaching Dealey Plaza in time to save JFK. If he fails, it could mean death for Jake or those close to him; if he succeeds, it could create a world in which he loses everything he's ever known. Details Episode 10 Aired May 5, 2016 When the Future Fights Back Exploring the What If storytelling of Stephen King; adapting the book for mini-series; creating the period props, costumes and sets; the creative team behind the piece. Details

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Season Info

Director
Kevin Macdonald, James Kent
Executive Producer
Stephen King, J.J. Abrams, Bridget Carpenter, Bryan Burk
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 15, 2016
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