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Season 1 – The Institute

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A group of psychic children unites to take on the shadowy organization that has kidnapped them and claims to be using their power to "save the world."
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The Institute — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

A slick and schematic adaptation of Stephen King's novel, The Institute won't keep everyone committed but still offers up enough intrigue to merit a tour.

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Lucy Mangan Guardian The Institute might have made for some perfectly serviceable fun for the early-adolescent demographic. As things stand, it’s hardly fun at all. Rated: 2/5 Jul 17, 2025 Full Review David Opie Empire Magazine Despite all its flaws, The Institute is still enjoyable in its pulpy sensibility. With engaging twists and a strong teen cast, the result is an easygoing summertime horror fix that amounts to more than just MGM+'s answer to Stranger Things. Rated: 3/5 Jul 15, 2025 Full Review Ben Travers IndieWire “The Institute” can feel refreshing when its throwback style meshes with its timeless principles. Unfortunately, ordinary ideas aren’t enough in a show lacking anything extraordinary whatsoever. Rated: C- Jul 14, 2025 Full Review Alex Maidy JoBlo's Movie Network The Institute is not as scary as From, a series that makes far better use of an ensemble cast dealing with supernatural mysteries. Rated: 6/10 Aug 1, 2025 Full Review Zosha Millman IGN Movies The Institute has the glimmer of what makes a Stephen King story great, but with none of the polish or shine to make it happen. Rated: 4/10 Jul 24, 2025 Full Review Ty'Kira Smalls Common Sense Media It's not hard for a promising psychological sci-fi series like this to get lost in its own details Jul 23, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Abigail N It doesn't hold a candle to the book, and the teen acting doesn't do the original characters any justice. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 08/04/25 Full Review Carolina C This show is really addictive. I really recommend it! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/04/25 Full Review Amanda P. I love from. Me and my husband found this show together we love it keeps you pulled in keeps you on the edge of your seat! Love it and cause wait for next episode Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/03/25 Full Review Depechemark Wow, it's basically a show about beating up kids. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 08/03/25 Full Review J. C. There are alot of changes from the novel, but I don’t hate them so far. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/02/25 Full Review Dixon P Good series so far. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/01/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Ben Barnes

Tim Jamieson

Mary-Louise Parker

Ms. Sigsby

Simone Miller

Kalisha

Jason Diaz

Tony

Brendan Beiser

Norbert Hollister

Joe Freeman

Luke Ellis

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Episode 1 Aired Jul 13, 2025 The Boy Luke Ellis wakes up at The Institute, a facility that abducts teenagers with psychic powers; Ms. Sigsby, the place's charismatic director, claims they're saving the world; Tim Jamieson hides from his haunted past as a small-town night knocker. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 13, 2025 Shots for Dots Luke bonds with the other Front Half residents and begins plotting his escape; Ms. Sigsby manages the fallout from a security breach; in town, Tim begins to look into The Institute, only to find himself caught up in a high-stakes standoff. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 20, 2025 Graduation Luke begins to plan his escape while Sigsby is distracted trying to expose Stackhouse's disloyalty; Tim loses a friend. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 27, 2025 The Box As Luke's tests intensify, a new arrival causes problems for Sigsby; Tim isn't buying the official story about what happened to Annie. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 3, 2025 Back Half Sigsby tricks Luke into confirming he's TP, forcing him to move up his escape attempt; Tim's suspicions put him on the Institute's radar. Details Episode 6 Airs Sun Aug 10 Run As Tim's investigation pays off in ways he never imagined and Sigsby scrambles to avert disaster, Luke must finally decide who he can trust. Details Episode 7 Airs Sun Aug 17 Hide Luke and Tim go on a desperate search for help as Sigsby uses all of her formidable assets in a last-ditch attempt to keep the Institute's secrets. Details Episode 8 Airs Sun Aug 24 Fight Our characters come together for a final confrontation with unimaginable consequences. Details
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Season Info

Director
Jack Bender, Brad Turner, Jeff Renfroe
Screenwriter
Sam Sheridan, Benjamin Cavell, Ed Redlich, Sophie Owens-Bender, Eric Dickinson
Network
MGM+
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 13, 2025