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Season 1 – The Curse

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THE CURSE centers on Whitney and Asher Siegel, a newlywed couple struggling to bring their vision for eco-conscious housing to the small community of Española, New Mexico. But, their efforts are complicated when an eccentrically flawed reality TV producer, Dougie, sees opportunity in their story. As the series unfolds, the couple find themselves caught in a mysterious web of ethical and moral gray zones – all while trying to keep their relationship afloat.
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The Curse — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

A wickedly uncomfortable marriage of sensibilities between Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie, with a masterful Emma Stone tying everything together, The Curse will make viewers cackle and squirm in equal measure.

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Radheyan Simonpillai CBC Radio 01/20/2024
A droll Nathan Fielder parody of reality TV but with the same unforgiving critical eye Safdie brought to movies like Good Time. It can be punishing to endure. But the punishment is kind of the point. Go to Full Review Naomi Fry The New Yorker 01/16/2024
In its surreal final episode, the Showtime series reaches great new heights. Go to Full Review Phillip Maciak The New Republic 12/29/2023
Benny Safdie, Nathan Fielder, and Emma Stone take social awkwardness to the most painful levels TV has ever seen. Go to Full Review Karl Puschmann New Zealand Herald 02/12/2025
The soundtrack is unsettling and full of psychological horror and the show regularly employs bizarre angles and off-kilter framing to accentuate its unease. It lingers in situations that have you squirming in your seat, willing for them to end. Go to Full Review Tara Ariano Cracked 08/28/2024
I’m not sure the entire season hangs together (though the embargo prevents me from saying more), but I was riveted the whole way through, and even when it’s at its most challenging, it’s never boring. Go to Full Review Kaiya Shunyata Dread Central 07/09/2024
4.5/5
The Curse excels where many other shows have failed. It’s a blistering look at gentrification and white guilt, yet it still remains funny all throughout. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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False G @RT32119759 Jun 17 Emma's acting is flawless. Nathan shows a new side of himself with bursts of unexpected repressed rage. Benny writes deeply complex and realistic characters. The whole thing makes you *feel* something - rare in T.V. today. Unfortunately, the thing it makes you feel is 'cringe' and not in a good way. It's unpleasant, uncomfortable, directionless, and ultimately? Meaningless at the end. None of the characters are likeable, even the side ones. I root for no one. It is truly bizarre how both excellent and horrible this series is. I have no idea who this show is for. I don't think I'd recommend it to anyone except film students. Certainly unique, though. And it pains me to criticize it, given how much I like Nathan's other stuff and how great Emma Stone is throughout. See more Brittany C @BCMusic Mar 4 Worst Nathan Fielder show I've ever seen. I dont think I laughed the entire series. And the ending was, for lack of better words, plain stupid. See more Jane M @RT74118235 Sep 16 Super cringe out of touch white people just busy being everything that’s wrong with society. See more Paul L @Paullarryday Sep 1 Characters aren't as seamless as Uncut Gems or Good Time. You can kinda hear Benny's judgment when writing these characters in a way you didn't in his films. See more Gareth v @geewah Aug 12 An unsettling, darkly comedic slow burn, The Curse blends satire, awkward humor, and creeping dread into a unique, uncomfortable watch. See more Parker C @RT16453159 06/15/2025 Twin Peaks meets The Rehearsal. A phenomenal display of the consequences of the pursuit of personal desire, fame, and validation. Every episode is off-putting in a way that forces you to think of why they acted the way they did. Hilariously funny, extremely sad, and a true testament of the ability to create a thought provoking narrative that forces you to feel all the emotions every episode. One of the best shows of all time. See more Read all reviews
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Benny Safdie

Creator

Nathan Fielder

Creator

Emma Stone

Whitney Siegel

Nathan Fielder

Asher Siegel

Benny Safdie

Dougie Schecter

Doug Montoya

Jeff Robinson

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 10, 2023 Land of Enchantment Newly married couple Whitney and Asher Siegel set out to make a show. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 17, 2023 Pressure's Looking Good So Far Whitney attempts to forge new alliances. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 24, 2023 Questa Lane A focus group gets into Whitney's head. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 3, 2023 Under The Big Tree Good news for the Siegels is dampened by tensions in the neighborhood. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 10, 2023 It's a Good Day Whitney and Asher struggle to see eye-to-eye in the hunt for a homebuyer. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 17, 2023 The Fire Burns On A plan is hatched to spice up the show. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 24, 2023 Self-Exclusion Whitney and Cara become closer as Asher's past comes to light. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 31, 2023 Down and Dirty Asher and Dougie have a boys' night out; Whitney explores her artistic side. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 7, 2024 Young Hearts Dougie gets a surprise visit; the Siegels go bowling. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 14, 2024 Green Queen Months later… Season finale. Details

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Season Info

Director
Nathan Zellner, Nathan Fielder, David Zellner
Creator
Benny Safdie, Nathan Fielder
Executive Producer
Benny Safdie, Nathan Fielder, Ravi Nandan, Emma Stone, Alli Reich, Dave McCary, Ali Herting, Josh Safdie
Screenwriter
Nathan Fielder, Benny Safdie, Carrie Kemper
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 10, 2023