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Season 1 – Dear Edward

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The story of Edward Adler, a boy who survives a plane crash that kills every other passenger, including his family members; as Edward and others try to make sense of life after the crash, unexpected friendships, romances and communities are formed.
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Dear Edward — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Sincerely acted and occasionally quite moving, Dear Edward nevertheless bears the signature of overdetermined schmaltz that's too intent on wringing tears.

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Manuel Betancourt AV Club Feb 24, 2023
Dear Edward is a series that wears its heart on its sleeve... and which relishes embracing a rueful, hopeful attitude about the goodness of humanity in times of grief. Go to Full Review Ben Travers IndieWire Feb 6, 2023
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If you’re in need of a good cry, Dear Edward’s overcast vision of life will likely do the trick. But even with Britton leading the charge, I’m not sure her latest was meant for more than five episodes, let alone the 10 it got. Go to Full Review Linda Holmes NPR Feb 4, 2023
If you loved crying at This Is Us or Parenthood, you will probably also enjoy crying at Dear Edward. A lot! And that's fine. Nothing wrong with a few tears, as long as you know what you're getting into. Go to Full Review Pallavi Keswani The Hindu Jan 23, 2024
A sincere exploration of grief that champions the value of community. Go to Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com Feb 25, 2023
5/10
The show starts off good but loses its impact by following too many subjects other than the main one. Go to Full Review Dustin Rowles Pajiba Feb 23, 2023
A tender and warmhearted series that is cathartic to watch and maybe that’s all it really needs to be. I love it. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ann R @RT40238729 Oct 12, 2025 I'm sorry that this series doesn't have a second season, if only to finish the story lines that are unresolved. It was well acted and heart felt. It deserves more credit that it got. See more Robin M Feb 2, 2024 Maybe if you watch this without having read or listened to the book, it would be better. The book lost its sweetness and subtlety in the transformation, and barely any of the characters were recognizable from the book. Predictable and therefore boring character/plot point changes were made. Maybe if the development team hadn't had their eye on multiple seasons, they might have been more faithful to the original, and not been cancelled after one season. I found it tedious and couldn't get through it. See more Benny C @RT29951292 Apr 17, 2023 A real tear jerker, it was good. See more Andrei D @RT74856639 Mar 26, 2023 Are actori dar cam atat See more Ziggy D @ZiggyD Mar 21, 2023 A frustrating and depressing show that takes the viewer nowhere. One or two initially interesting storylines but they fizzle out, and just go to group therapy. Edward character is not believable and viewers aren't really rooting for him. It's just not a good show. YMMV See more Chris L @RT21124586 Mar 10, 2023 There are too many alternating plot lines to make me feel invested in the characters. Consequently, I don't find it weepy sad, just slightly annoying. The book was so well written and moved me to tears several times because it concentrated on Edward and his emotional journey. This does not translate well to TV. Disappointing. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Jason Katims

Creator

Connie Britton

Dee Dee

Taylor Schilling

Lacey

Colin O'Brien

Edward

Anna Uzele

Adriana

Idris Debrand

Kojo

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 3, 2023 Pilot Edward is nervous for his family's move to Los Angeles; Lacey's marriage is strained; Dee Dee and Zoe celebrate; Edward's flight departs for Los Angeles. Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 3, 2023 Food Lacey struggles to do anything right for Edward; later, she meets more people affected by the crash at the first Grief Group therapy session. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 3, 2023 Stuff Shay and Edward look for clues about the mystery girl; Adriana decides to run for her grandmother's seat; Dee Dee goes to Los Angeles to search for answers. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 10, 2023 Chrysalis The burden of being "Miracle Boy" weighs on Edward; Adriana helps Kojo throw a Ghanaian funeral; Dee Dee unravels her husband's mystery. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 17, 2023 Haunted Edward heads to the city in search of the mystery girl; John visits the crash site; Sam opens up to Lacey; Amanda is haunted by her fight with Brent. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 24, 2023 Truth Shay and Edward go on an adventure to find Mahira; Lacey bonds with Linda; Kojo prepares for his move back to Ghana; Dee Dee confides in Zoe. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 3, 2023 Folklore Shay's father comes back into her life, leading to tension with Edward; Adriana and Kojo take Becks to the mountains; Lacey and John hit an impasse. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 10, 2023 Music Edward starts acting out; Adriana seeks advice from Eric; Sam gets candid with Vernon; Dee Dee struggles with change. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 17, 2023 Paper Covers Rock A discovery rattles Edward; Adriana prepares to say goodbye to Kojo; Amanda and Steve get closer. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 24, 2023 Shelter Lacey and John search for Edward; Dee Dee throws a party; election day comes for Adriana; Edward revisits his past. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Jason Katims
Executive Producer
Jason Katims, Jeni Mulein, Ann Napolitano
Network
Apple TV
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 3, 2023
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