The Outsider (2020)

Synopsis

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.

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Where to watch

Stream

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• HBO Max

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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Ben Mendelsohn as Ralph Anderson
• Bill Camp as Howie Gold
• Jeremy Bobb as Alec Pelley
• Julianne Nicholson as Glory Maitland
• Marc Menchaca as Jack Hoskins
• Mare Winningham as Jeannie Anderson
• Paddy Considine as Claude Bolton
• Cynthia Erivo as Holly Gibney
• Yul Vazquez as Yunis Sablo
• Derek Cecil as Andy Katcavage

If you liked The Outsider, try

• Dexter
• Twin Peaks
• The Practice
• Newhart
• Cross
• The Sinner
• The Killing
• Poldark

BingeNext's take

If you’re into crime dramas with a twist of the supernatural, The Outsider is a gripping watch that pulls you into a chilling murder investigation that’s anything but straightforward. The story follows a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator as they try to make sense of a young boy’s brutal murder, only to find themselves questioning everything they thought was real. With a strong cast including Ben Mendelsohn and Bill Camp, the show balances intense drama and eerie mystery across its 10 hour-long episodes. It’s perfect for fans of shows like Dexter or Twin Peaks who appreciate a slow burn that keeps you guessing. Watching The Outsider feels like stepping into a dark, unsettling world where the lines between reality and the supernatural blur, making it hard to look away.