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The Outsider

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2020
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
112K
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POPULARITY
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The Outsider (2020)
Watch Premieres Jan. 12 on HBO
Play trailer2:28
12 Videos
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Folk HorrorPsychological HorrorPsychological ThrillerSupernatural HorrorSuspense MysteryWhodunnitCrimeDramaHorrorMystery

When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investiga... Read allWhen an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe in.When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe in.

  • Creator
    • Richard Price
  • Stars
    • Ben Mendelsohn
    • Bill Camp
    • Jeremy Bobb
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    112K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    327
    47
    • Creator
      • Richard Price
    • Stars
      • Ben Mendelsohn
      • Bill Camp
      • Jeremy Bobb
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 54Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 1 win & 11 nominations total

    Episodes10

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    What to Watch Next If You Loved "The Outsider"
    Premieres Jan. 12 on HBO
    Trailer 2:28
    Premieres Jan. 12 on HBO
    Official Trailer
    Trailer 2:38
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    The Outsider: Season 1 (Australia Home Ent. Trailer 1)
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    The Outsider: Analyzing Holly Gibney
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    Ben Mendelsohn
    Ben Mendelsohn
    • Ralph Anderson
    • 2020
    Bill Camp
    Bill Camp
    • Howard Salomon
    • 2020
    Jeremy Bobb
    Jeremy Bobb
    • Alec Pelley
    • 2020
    Mare Winningham
    Mare Winningham
    • Jeannie Anderson
    • 2020
    Paddy Considine
    Paddy Considine
    • Claude Bolton
    • 2020
    Yul Vazquez
    Yul Vazquez
    • Yunis Sablo
    • 2020
    Julianne Nicholson
    Julianne Nicholson
    • Glory Maitland
    • 2020
    Marc Menchaca
    Marc Menchaca
    • Jack Hoskins
    • 2020
    Cynthia Erivo
    Cynthia Erivo
    • Holly Gibney
    • 2020
    Derek Cecil
    Derek Cecil
    • Andy Katcavage
    • 2020
    Hettienne Park
    Hettienne Park
    • Tamika Collins
    • 2020
    Scarlett Blum
    Scarlett Blum
    • Jessa Maitland
    • 2020
    Summer Fontana
    Summer Fontana
    • Maya Maitland
    • 2020
    Jason Bateman
    Jason Bateman
    • Terry Maitland
    • 2020
    Michael Esper
    Michael Esper
    • Kenneth Hayes
    • 2020
    Joshua Whichard
    • Ollie Peterson
    • 2020
    Steve Witting
    Steve Witting
    • Herbert Zucker
    • 2020
    Max Beesley
    Max Beesley
    • Seale Bolton
    • 2020
    • Creator
      • Richard Price
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    7Jamesmovieman

    Decent with some flaws

    Overall enjoyable and decent but could have been a lot better. Cynthia Irigo is just terrible and distracted with overacting and other "quirks" and unbelievable dynamics that seem forced. The pacing is a bit drawn out and probably could have been two episodes shorter. Some stupid plotholes and really sloppy writing (writers should know basic legal terms if the plot incorporates arrests, etc) There is also a ton of great buildup and the thing kind of fizzles at the end. Worth a watch but could have been a really great one.
    noemibandi

    Outstanding

    I was afraid to begin this serie cause i have two little babies, and the story what i've read soo disturbing... BUT im really glad that i've been watching this cause its as good as the another stephen king inspired series the Castle Rock or even BETTER YET!! The story the actors, the director (THANK YOU MR BATEMAN!!) is so good. I can recommend to everyone who have a bit stronger heart and stomach. But you will not regret it! I wont spoil anything, JUST PLEASE START TO WATCH AND ENJOY every minute that it can give to you!!
    7henrimagalhaes

    It started very well, ended badly.

    First 2 episodes were very promising and intriguing, directed by Justin Bateman who also performed as a main character. Then the next 8 episodes feel so long, dragging along the story with slow development and minor characters mixing it up.

    The reason I kept watching was because of Cynthia Erivo's wonderful performance as Holly. Positive note to Ben Mendonsohn acting too.

    In the end, I feel this could have been an 5 episode series or a 2h movie.
    8Rob1331

    Suspenseful Supernatural Thriller

    The Outsider is a suspenseful supernatural thriller that will have you guessing throughout the entire season. David Fincher created another hit in a long line of them for him. This isn't his best show but it's still pretty darn good. The Outsider is based off Steven Kings novel and is one of his better adaptations to tv. It starts off with what seems like a straight forward ugly killing of a kid. But when a supernatural creature is brought into the equation it leads the investigators to question everything they believe in. It has a fantastic cast led by Jason Bateman, Ben Mendelsohn and Cynthia Erivo.
    7nielsjansen

    Very good but too long for what it is

    I really liked it. The atmoshere, the acting, and the story were all great but I feel this could have been better as a 6 episode mini series. Found myself checking my watch too often and quit watching a couple of times only to pick it back up weeks later. Especially the middle of the series drags a bit too much.

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    • Trivia
      In the novel, upon searching his computers and devices, the police note that Terry Maitland watches Ozark (2017) on Netflix. In this series, Terry Maitland is played by Jason Bateman, the star of that TV series.
    • Connections
      Featured in The 2020 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards (2020)

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    • Release date
      • January 12, 2020 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Аутсайдер
    • Filming locations
      • Stockbridge, Georgia, USA
    • Production companies
      • Aggregate Films
      • HBO Entertainment
      • Media Rights Capital (MRC)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h(60 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.00 : 1

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