2021 EMMY WINNER

Lovecraft Country

1 SEASON | 10 EPISODES | TV-MA

A search for a missing father turns into an otherworldly trip. Based on Matt Ruff's novel, this series follows Korean war vet Atticus Freeman, his friend Letitia and his Uncle George on a journey across 1950s Jim Crow America. What follows is a struggle to survive against the racist terrors of white America and the terrifying monsters ripped from an H.P. Lovecraft paperback.

Featured Characters

Atticus Freeman
Jonathan Majors
Letitia "Leti" Lewis
Jurnee Smollett
George Freeman
Courtney B. Vance
Montrose Freeman
Michael K. Williams
Christina Braithwhite
Abbey Lee
Hippolyta Freeman
Aunjanue Ellis
Ruby Baptiste
Wunmi Mosaku
Diana Freeman
Jada Harris

Inside Lovecraft Country

Lovecraft Country Podcast
Listen as hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss each episode of the season.
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The Official Spotify Playlist
Check out the official Lovecraft Country playlist on Spotify to hear the songs featured in each episode.
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2:13
Meet the Characters
The cast gives you the inside scoop on what Lovecraft Country is about and the characters they play in the show.
41:24
Lovecraft Country at SDCC
Watch the cast and crew discuss the drama at the first-ever virtual San Diego Comic-Con.

Learn More About the Craft

28:14
Crafting Lovecraft Country
Showrunner and executive producer Misha Green, as well as the cast and crew, offer a behind-the-scenes look at how Lovecraft Country came to life, its impact on culture, and the historical references woven into the show.
1:59
The Craft: Eric Yamamoto
Storyboard artist Eric Yamamoto works hand-in-hand with directors to make their vision come to life.
2:00
The Craft: Carey Jones
SPFX makeup supervisor Carey Jones always had a natural curiosity for the special effects makeup used in movies and TV shows.
1:54
The Craft: JP Jones
Prop master JP Jones ensures he's keenly familiar with all of the show props so the actors feel comfortable using them on set.
1:46
The Craft: Sonya Winton-Odamtten and Jonathan Kidd
Executive producers Sonya Winton-Odamtten and Jonathan Kidd aim to infuse their educational backgrounds into Hollywood and explore worlds that are marginal.
2:00
The Craft: Afua Richardson
Comic book artist Afua Richardson reflects on creating the Orithyia Blue comics featured in the show.

Filmed in Georgia: www.exploregeorgia.org/film

1.Sundown

Series premiere. Atticus Freeman travels to his hometown of Chicago in search of his missing father.

2.Whitey's on the Moon

While Leti and George luxuriate in their new surroundings, Atticus grows suspicious of their hosts at Ardham Lodge.

3.Holy Ghost

Leti's plan to open a boarding house in a white neighborhood is challenged by racist acts--and awakens dormant spirits in the house.

4.A History of Violence

Leti, Tic, and Montrose head to Boston to search for missing pages to a crucial text. Ruby regrets a squandered job opportunity.

5.Strange Case

Ruby experiences the perks of life as a white woman. Atticus lashes out at Montrose for his betrayal.

6.Meet Me in Daegu

In the throes of the Korean War, nursing student Ji-Ah crosses paths with a wounded Atticus.

7.I Am.

Hippolyta's relentless search for answers takes her on a multidimensional journey of self-discovery; Atticus consults an old family friend.

8.Jig-a-Bobo

A distraught Diana finds herself in Captain Lancaster's crosshairs; a visitor from Atticus' past arrives at the boarding house.

9.Rewind 1921

With Hippolyta at the helm, Leti, Tic, and Montrose travel to 1921 Tulsa in an effort to save Dee.

10.Full Circle

Season One Finale. After uncovering the origins of the Book of Names, the gang heads back to Ardham to cast the ultimate spell.