2021 EMMY WINNER

I May Destroy You

1 SEASON | 12 EPISODES | TV-MA

Where does liberation end and exploitation begin? Set in London, this fearless, frank and provocative series centers on Arabella (Michaela Coel), a carefree, self-assured Londoner with a group of great friends, a boyfriend in Italy, and a burgeoning writing career. But when she is spiked with a date-rape drug, Arabella must question and rebuild every element of her life.

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The Craft

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Michaela Coel
Michaela Coel shares how she blends her personal experiences and creative style to tell a relatable story through her multiple roles in the making of the series.
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Paul Cross
Paul Cross discusses what he enjoys about capturing the essence of the storyline through set design.
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Kaush Bharti
Kaush Bharti gives an inside look at the graphic design detail that brings the show’s visuals to life on screen.

Real Talk With the Cast

HBO sat down with Michaela Coel and the cast to discuss how the new series sheds light on consent, gray areas in dating culture, and the importance of centering the narrative from a Black female perspective.

1.Eyes Eyes Eyes Eyes

Series premiere. Under the gun to complete a project, up-and-coming writer Arabella gives in and joins a friend on a night out.

2.Someone is Lying

Disturbed by what little she remembers of the previous night, Arabella attempts to retrace her steps.

3.Don't Forget the Sea

Three months earlier, Terry visits Arabella in Italy – and debauchery ensues.

4.That Was Fun

Still processing her trauma from two months ago, Arabella sees a therapist and, later, connects with fellow writer Zain.

5....It Just Came Up

Arabella reassesses a sexual encounter with Zain and goes off script at a literary event. Kwame seeks help from the police.

6.The Alliance

Arabella attends a support group run by Theo, a high school acquaintance.

7.Happy Animals

Broke and out of options, Arabella takes a day job. Birthday girl Terry warns Simon to keep his distance.

8.Line Spectrum Border

Demoralized by a recent development in the investigation, Arabella hatches a risky plan to "spark joy."

9.Social Media is a Great Way to Connect

Arabella's bloated social media presence finds her more glued to her phone than ever and internalizing the stress of her followers.

10.The Cause the Cure

Arabella faces a series of painful revelations on her mom's birthday. Kwame's hookup bender leads him to a stranger.

11.Would You Like to Know the Sex?

Arabella faces the consequences of her writer's block and continues staking out the scene of her attack.

12.Ego Death

Season One Finale. A restored memory helps Arabella confront the last of her demons.