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Lovecraft Country

1 SEASON | 10 EPISODES | TV-MA
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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.

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Inside Lovecraft Country

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Crafting Lovecraft Country
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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the cast and crew, offer a behind-the-scenes look at how Lovecraft Country came to life, its impact on culture, and the historical references woven into the show.
The Craft: Eric Yamamoto
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The Craft: Eric Yamamoto
Storyboard artist Eric Yamamoto works hand-in-hand with directors to make their vision come to life.
The Craft: Carey Jones
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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.
The Craft: JP Jones
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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.
Sonya Winton-Odamtten and Jonathan Kidd
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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.
Afua Richardson
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The Craft: Afua Richardson
Comic book artist Afua Richardson reflects on creating the Orithyia Blue comics featured in the show.

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Sundown
1.Sundown

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

Whitey's on the Moon
2.Whitey's on the Moon

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

Holy Ghost
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.

A History of Violence
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.

Strange Case
5.Strange Case

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

Meet Me in Daegu
6.Meet Me in Daegu

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

I Am.
7.I Am.

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

Jig-a-Bobo
8.Jig-a-Bobo

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

Rewind 1921
9.Rewind 1921

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

Full Circle
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.

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