I May Destroy You: Episodes

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

Still processing her trauma from two months ago, Arabella sees a therapist and, later, connects with fellow writer Zain. Kwame spurs Damon to step outside his comfort zone.

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

Arabella attends a support group run by Theo, a high school acquaintance. In a flashback to 2004, a troubled teenage Theo flips the narrative when consensual sex goes sideways.

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

Broke and out of options, Arabella takes a day job. Birthday girl Terry warns Simon to keep his distance. At Terry's party, Kwame copes with memories of his assault and Terry airs her suspicions about Theo.

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

Demoralized by a recent development in the investigation, Arabella hatches a risky plan to "spark joy." Kwame pushes the boundaries of his sexuality.

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

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

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

Arabella faces the consequences of her writer's block and continues staking out the scene of her attack. Kwame follows Tyrone into uncharted territory. Terry has some luck in work and romance.

Written by Michaela Coel
Directed by Sam Miller and Michaela Coel

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