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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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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 02/24/2023
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 02/06/2023
C+
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 02/04/2023
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 01/23/2024
A sincere exploration of grief that champions the value of community. Go to Full Review
Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com 02/25/2023
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 02/23/2023
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
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Ann R Oct 12 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 B T 10/11/2024 So surprised at the low ratings. This series was outstanding. It’s in my top ten. See more Robin M 02/02/2024 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 Elizabeth D 07/07/2023 It's hard to be objective having read the book. It's both too different from the book while holding onto too many key pieces — unsuccessful at both. I wish it had either stuck to the story, or even better for tv, taken the basic premise of the book and gone on a wildly different track focusing on other passengers and their families in detail with Edward in the background in a much bigger way. See more Benny C 04/17/2023 A real tear jerker, it was good. See more Katie H 04/01/2023 I loved this show. Fabulous casting. Really felt like the writers did their research in showing not only all the sides of grief, but how a support system can change everything. I REALLY hope there is a season 2 and we can see how Edward can heal and perhaps help many from the letters… You have a winner here, have faith, let's see where it can go… See more Read all reviews
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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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