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Season 1 – Castle Rock

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Jul 2018

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The psychological-horror series set in the Stephen King multiverse combines the mythological scale and intimate character storytelling of his works, weaving an epic saga of darkness and light played out on a few square miles of Maine woodland.

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Critics Consensus

A meticulously crafted mystery brimming with allusions, Castle Rock is bound to please even the pickiest of Stephen King fans -- though mileage may vary for casual viewers.

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Brandon Katz

Observer

09/12/2018

For a purposely misleading series that prided itself on all its enigmas, Castle Rock answered its major questions in unexpected and impressive ways, while once again tying itself to the greater King universe.

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Johanna Schneller

Toronto Star

08/02/2018

I've enjoyed my share of King's work, and I'm gripped by Castle Rock. But I find his Evil... Easy. In its simplicity, it's comfort food

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Noel Murray

The Verge

07/31/2018

The show starts getting good around episode three, once it cuts back on the direct King swipes and becomes more like a wholly original novel, exploring some of the author's usual thematic concerns and character types.

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Kat Hughes

THN

11/13/2020

4/5

If you liked Lost, and are a fan of Stephen King, then Castle Rock is likely to become your new favourite show.

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Li Lai

Mediaversity Reviews

07/30/2019

C+

It's so rare to see seniors with dementia centered and humanized on TV.

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John Tones

Espinof

07/11/2019

3.5/5

There are many elements that 'Castle Rock' makes use effectively. [Full Review in Spanish]

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Hughe J

@Hughe 2d

Castle Rock S1 was released on streaming in 2019 and stars Andre Holland as Henry Deaver, Bill Skarsgard as a mystery guy for most of the season, Sissy Spacek as Henry's Mom and Scott Glenn as Henry's Mom's boyfriend. The show is set in the Stephen King extended universe where all of his books and movies sort of intermix which makes sense since King is the executive producer. Member berries abound for fans of King as the show is set in Castle Rock, home of Shawshank Prison, one of the characters is a relative of Jack Torrance (The Shining), Cujo, Needful Things, The Tower, The Body and many more books are referenced. But this goes nowhere as the first half of the season focuses on Spacek's dementia or Skarsgard living at Shawshank for 27 years unnoticed. The show is slow but once it's moving it's sort of entertaining, but the ending killed any enjoyment I may have had. The acting was good though so if you're a fan of Stephen King's work you'll probably like this.

Wes H.

@mrpopcorn Feb 2

Boring with no payoff. What a waste of time

Eva Z.

@Roman. Jan 18

Hate the ending so bad

Matt L

@Mattliptak Jan 15

Well-made and ambitious first season that clearly respects the Stephen King universe, filled with clever character and location tie-ins fans will appreciate. The acting is the real strength—Sissy Spacek, Scott Glenn, André Holland, and Bill Skarsgård all deliver strong, compelling performances. Unfortunately, the story becomes its own worst enemy. What should be a gripping mystery turns into a tangled mess of flashbacks, shifting timelines, and memory-driven twists that never quite come together. Spread over ten episodes, it feels like one long Twilight Zone episode stretched far too thin, struggling to build real momentum. It is still worth a watch, but the overly complicated storytelling makes it easy to understand why the series ultimately failed to last.

Chris E

@Chrisman Jan 9

I can't believe i lasted 6 episodes. it never gets better...

Jayson 9

@JaySorin Dec 30

I tried to give this show a legit shot, I'm 6 episodes in and its like watching paint dry.

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Dustin Thomason

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André Holland

Henry Deaver

Sissy Spacek

Ruth Deaver

Bill Skarsgård

"The Kid"

Scott Glenn

Alan Pangborn

Episode 1

Aired Jul 25, 2018

Severance

Death-row attorney Henry Deaver confronts his dark past when an anonymous call lures him back to his hometown of Castle Rock, Maine.

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Episode 2

Aired Jul 25, 2018

Habeas Corpus

Henry takes on a new client at Shawshank Prison; he also visits Lacy's widow, Martha, but is haunted by his dark past.

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Episode 3

Aired Jul 25, 2018

Local Color

The past catches up with Molly Stand.

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Episode 4

Aired Aug 1, 2018

The Box

A mysterious coffin arrives in Castle Rock; Henry must settle himself as he gets ready for his day in court.

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Episode 5

Aired Aug 8, 2018

Harvest

A mysterious stranger arrives to the intrigue of the town's citizens; Castle Rock honors Sheriff Pangborn.

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Episode 6

Aired Aug 15, 2018

Filter

Henry's son from Boston goes to Castle Rock for a visit; a funeral evokes some unsettling memories.

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Episode 7

Aired Aug 22, 2018

The Queen

Memories haunt Ruth Deaver.

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Episode 8

Aired Aug 29, 2018

Past Perfect

Newcomers set up shop in Castle Rock; Henry follows a clue.

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Episode 9

Aired Sep 5, 2018

Henry Deaver

A world beyond these walls.

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Episode 10

Aired Sep 12, 2018

Romans

Some birds can be caged.

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