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Season 1 – The Rainmaker

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Young attorney Rudy Baylor, alongside Bruiser Stone and Deck Shifflet, battles a powerful law firm led by Leo F. Drummond and his girlfriend, Sarah Plankmore, unearthing a dark conspiracy that shows how far his opponents are willing to go to win.
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The Rainmaker — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Stripping John Grisham's novel of its flavor in favor of a more clichéd courtroom format, this Rainmaker adaptation only produces intermittent showers.

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Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Aug 27
There’s nothing fancy in the execution — it’s the opposite of stylish — but everything’s clearly defined and dialed up a step past normal into that space we call entertainment. Go to Full Review Nina Metz Chicago Tribune Aug 21
2/4
The pilot episode is promising enough, only for subsequent episodes to devolve from there. Fundamentally, there isn’t enough story. Go to Full Review Alison Herman Variety Aug 15
“The Rainmaker” seems no more likely to recapture the rush of a great, glossy legal drama. No one can control the weather, and USA can’t bring blue skies back by sheer force of will. Go to Full Review Vinamra Mathur Firstpost Feb 27
3/5
It’s been described as a David-and-Goliath legal thriller with a coming-of-age story and a dangerous romance. And at its heart, is the sincere performance of Milo Callaghan. Go to Full Review Dustin Rowles Pajiba Nov 11
If you enjoy The Lincoln Lawyer on Netflix, there’s every reason to think you’ll like The Rainmaker too. Both have that “blue-sky” energy: light but not fluffy, clever without overreaching, and entirely satisfying. Go to Full Review Diana Keng Geek Girl Authority Oct 28
The Rainmaker bursts onto the scene with multi-faceted top-shelf characters, engaging scenarios, and emotional punch....[while it] innovates and elevates the narrative.... A second season isn’t just recommended; it should be the law. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Clinton P @Xmeromotu Feb 21 Wow. This has got to be the worst lawyer show I’ve ever seen. It was so bad that I kept watching to make sure it was as bad as I thought it was. John Slattery bringing back some Roger Stone energy and Lana Parrilla were the only bright spots. John Grisham must have been paid enough to go surfing, even though he got an executive producer credit. This show makes me wonder if USA channel knows how to make a TV show. Maybe they just need to air shows from other networks. This is the Hindenburg of lawyer dramas. You can’t look away. See more Irina B @RT34155209 Jan 11 Wonderful show, extremely engaging. Highly recommend if you like well-written legal dramas. See more Shelly L @RT42249053 Nov 24 This show pulled me in, and I found it hard to Stop watching. I didn’t see the original, nor read the book. the acting was incredible, and the plot engaging. There were some unexpected twists and turns, and I found the growth of the character Rudy to be engaging. Definitely a must see. See more Harper G @RT08825290 Nov 7 Just the right amount of everything. Great cast chemistry. See more Chris F. @Fry08 Oct 29 If I could give it 6 stars, I would. Best show of 2025. See more Sarah N @RT56162102 Oct 28 For the first time in a long time, I kept looking forward to next week’s episode, most of the time I forgot where shows left off without a recap. See more Read all reviews
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Milo Callaghan

Rudy Baylor

Lana Parrilla

Jocelyn "Bruiser" Stone

John Slattery

Leo F. Drummond

Michael Seitzman

Executive Producer

John Grisham

Executive Producer

Jason Blum

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Aug 15, 2025 Episode 1 Fresh out of law school, Rudy Baylor confronts Leo F. Drummond in a medical malpractice case. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 22, 2025 Episode 2 Rudy and Deck have a tense encounter with a witness and make a crucial discovery about their client. Details Episode 3 Aired Aug 29, 2025 Episode 3 As Rudy and Deck search for a missing nurse, their investigation suggests a dark conspiracy at play. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 5, 2025 Episode 4 When Sarah reveals a detail about the case, Rudy must choose between his client and girlfriend. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 12, 2025 Episode 5 Worried about Melvin's threat, Rudy defies Bruiser and risks his job and future as Dot's attorney. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 19, 2025 Episode 6 Rudy continues to defend his client; Sarah faces new temptations in London with Leo and Brad. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 26, 2025 Episode 7 When Rudy gets arrested for murder, Bruiser agrees to represent him. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Episode 8 Rudy and Deck tail Melvin Pitcher, igniting a chain of events. Details Episode 9 Aired Oct 10, 2025 Episode 9 Rudy must decide whether to make an argument he can win or to expose the truth. Details Episode 10 Aired Oct 17, 2025 Episode 10 Up against Sarah, Rudy wonders if she's still the woman he once knew and loved. Details Episode 100 Aired Aug 1, 2025 The Rainmaker Sneak Peek Young attorney Rudy Baylor is up against one of the most powerful law firms in the country. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Michael Seitzman, John Grisham, Jason Blum
Screenwriter
Julia Cohen, Johnny Richardson, Jason Richman, Barbara Curry, Wendy Mericle, Michael Seitzman
Network
USA
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Crime, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 15, 2025