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Season 1 – The Big Door Prize

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A small town is forever changed when a mysterious machine appears, promising to reveal everyone's true potential; soon, residents start changing jobs, rethinking relationships and questioning long-held beliefs.
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The Big Door Prize — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Turning a high concept into a grounded good time, The Big Door Prize realizes its full potential thanks to a lovable cast of relatable characters.

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Geordie Gray The Australian Apr 15, 2023
Immensely watchable and lighthearted... Go to Full Review Carol Midgley The Times (UK) Mar 30, 2023
3/5
... A pleasant watch and also a thought-provoking one because it asks whether people are happier knowing about their latent possibilities or if it’s better you remain ignorant and content with your lot. Go to Full Review Heather Hogan Autostraddle Mar 30, 2023
The series is as interested in the butterfly effect as it is in the idea of metamorphosis... The Big Door Prize is curious about how people read their cards, why they read them that way, and whether or not they have the courage to do something about it. Go to Full Review Sarah Ward Concrete Playground Jul 15, 2023
Life's mundanities and enigmas alike don't fit neatly and nicely into any one box — and nor does this engaging series. Go to Full Review Lindsay Press Culturess May 23, 2023
This is a series about the importance of discovering potential and how understanding how one can wish for more for themself can encourage people to take on new directions or activities in life. Go to Full Review Jason Fraley WTOP (Washington, D.C.) May 17, 2023
3.5/5
I’d recommend Apple's “Ted Lasso" or “Shrinking” first, but if you’ve already knocked those out, give it a shot. Watching “The Big Door Prize” is like drawing a Morpho card — it might not be what you think you’re gonna get, but it might be what you need. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sal D @JustTheLaw Aug 2, 2026 A curious series to say the least. Not sure Season 1 had enough meat to really go really through 10 episodes - felt like there was enough content for maybe 5 or 6. The premise was interesting philosophically and that kept me engaged enough for Season 1, but that's it. The performances of the cast kept me entertained, even if the plot left me wanting a bit. See more Bob B @BBfromY Dec 13, 2025 Hmm - not good. Just, not good. I want my time back, please. This show was tedious and some (most) of the main characters were gratingly, obnoxious. They really lost me at the fair ('Deerfest'). After that, my yawns just overwhelmed me. To be honest, the whole show started to seriously irritate me. Comedy, they said? I've laughed more watching lawn bowls, and in a queue at the Motor Registry. Never again. See more C E A @RT96237239 Mar 18, 2025 I waited 4 episodes for something to happen... Nothing happened. See more Avalon V @RT35933707 Mar 18, 2025 Such an underrated work of art. Incredible writing, great acting, lighthearted, and uniquely funny. Unfortunately, it seems this one was overlooked while it was airing so we only got two seasons See more J H @88888 Oct 25, 2024 A masterpiece of a show. Incredibly funny, good pacing, engaging plot, interesting mystery. See more JUAN A @RT32121546 Aug 8, 2024 Demasiada homosexualidad, tolerable para mis ojos. See more Read all reviews
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David West Read

Creator

Chris O'Dowd

Dusty

Gabrielle Dennis

Cass

Josh Segarra

Giorgio

Ally Maki

Hana

Damon Gupton

Father Reuben

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 29, 2023 Dusty Family man and teacher Dusty Hubbard begins to reevaluate his life and happiness after the arrival of a strange machine called the Morpho. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 29, 2023 Cass Dusty and Cass host a dinner as she wrestles with what her Morpho card might mean; Deerfield's citizens start making drastic life changes. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 29, 2023 Jacob As the town prepares for Deerfield High's homecoming basketball game, Jacob is encouraged to step into his brother's shoes. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 5, 2023 Father Reuben A Morpho-inspired wedding leads to celebration; Father Reuben struggles with the machine's growing influence. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 12, 2023 Trina Despite her feelings of guilt, Trina celebrates Jacob's birthday at the Kovac house; Dusty and Cass visit a themed hotel for a romantic getaway. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 19, 2023 Beau Beau searches for the boy who wronged Kolton; Dusty takes over as the basketball coach; Cass pursues a new business venture. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 26, 2023 Giorgio The Potential Fund gala gives Giorgio an opportunity to get closer to Cass; Dusty comes to a realization. Details Episode 8 Aired May 3, 2023 Izzy Izzy opens up to Cass about her past; Dusty confronts Giorgio; Mr. Johnson's magic show sets the stage for shocking revelations. Details Episode 9 Aired May 10, 2023 Deerfest: Part One Cass and Dusty deal with the fallout from the magic show; Trina comes clean about Jacob; an approaching storm threatens Deerfield. Details Episode 10 Aired May 17, 2023 Deerfest: Part Two Father Reuben makes a discovery about Hana; Dusty and Cass contemplate their future; the Morpho reveals a new mystery. Details

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Season Info

Director
Jenée LaMarque, Declan Lowney, Molly McGlynn, Todd Biermann
Creator
David West Read
Executive Producer
David West Read, Sarah Walker, Anu Valia, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Bill Bost, Miky Lee, Kim Young-kyu, Hyun Park
Screenwriter
Amanda Rosenberg, Corinne Stikeman, Sarah Walker, David West Read
Network
Apple TV
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 29, 2023
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