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The Patient

A psychotherapist who finds himself being held captive by a serial killer with an unusual request: curb his homicidal urges. As the therapist unravels this man's mind, he also has to deal with his own repressed troubles, creating a journey that's just as treacherous as his imprisonment.

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Cast & Crew See All

Steve Carell
Alan Strauss
Domhnall Gleeson
Sam Fortner
Laura Niemi
Beth Strauss

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Intake

Tue, Aug 30, 202221 mins

Dr. Alan Strauss, a therapist mourning the death of his wife, takes on an enigmatic new client. As they wrestle with very different problems, their professional relationship is transformed by a choice that binds them deeply together.

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The Patient: Official Series Trailer
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Awards

  • 2023 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
  • 2023 - Movies for Grownups Award - Best Actor - Television - nominated
  • 2023 - Actor - Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series - nominated
  • 2023 - Gold Derby TV Award - Limited/Movie Supporting Actor - nominated

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