I Know This Much Is True
Based on the 1998 bestselling novel by Wally Lamb, adapted and directed by Derek Cianfrance, this limited series follows the parallel lives of identical twin brothers, played by Mark Ruffalo. A family saga, it tells a story of betrayal, sacrifice and forgiveness set against the backdrop of 20th-century America.
- Metascore66
- 2020-2020
- 1 season
- HBO
- Drama
- TV-MA
Based on the 1998 bestselling novel by Wally Lamb, adapted and directed by Derek Cianfrance, this limited series follows the parallel lives of identical twin brothers, played by Mark Ruffalo. A family saga, it tells a story of betrayal, sacrifice and forgiveness set against the backdrop of 20th-century America.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2020
Episode 1
One
Sun, May 10, 2020 60 mins
After paranoid schizophrenic Thomas Birdsey has a violent public breakdown, Dominick Birdsey finds himself stepping up to defend his identical twin brother in unexpected ways.
Episode 2
Two
Sun, May 17, 2020 59 mins
Tensions rise between Dominick and Joy as the media takes an interest in Thomas's case. In an attempt to have Thomas released from Hatch Forensic Institute, Dominick learns that helping his brother may be more difficult than expected.
Episode 3
Three
Sun, May 24, 2020 60 mins
Sheffer preps Dominick for a pivotal hearing with Hatch's review board that could decide Thomas' fate. A chance encounter with an old classmate brings painful childhood memories to the surface.
Episode 4
Four
Sun, May 31, 2020 60 mins
Despite the protestations of those closest to him, Dominick returns to work before fully recovering from his accident. Heavily medicated, Dominick recalls the disturbing incident that lead to Thomas's first hospitalization.
Episode 5
Five
Sun, Jun 7, 2020 60 mins
Upon learning details of his Sicilian grandfather's arrival in the 1900s, Dominick becomes convinced his family is cursed. A startling update on Thomas from an unlikely source prompts Dominick to take drastic action.
Episode 6
Six
Sun, Jun 14, 2020 78 mins
A lifetime of animosity between Dominick and Ray spills over in public at an inopportune time. After an unexpected tragedy, Dominick seeks reconciliation with those he has hurt.
