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Skeptical forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard joins priest-in-training David Acosta and technology expert Ben Shakir as they investigate supposed miracles, demonic possessions, and other extraordinary occurrences to assess for a scientific explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work.

4 Seasons
50 Episodes
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episode image How to Survive a Storm
8.6/10 (679 votes)

#1 How to Survive a Storm

S4:E10
Jul 25, 2024

Kristen must protect her family. Sheryl and Leland's war peaks.

episode image S Is for Silence
8.5/10 (1483 votes)

#2 S Is for Silence

S2:E7
Aug 29, 2021

The team is dispatched to a monastery to investigate the corpse of Father Thomas, whose body has not decayed in the year following his death.

episode image The Demon of the End
8.5/10 (900 votes)

#3 The Demon of the End

S3:E10
Aug 14, 2022

The team investigates a household terrorized by a demonic infestation and is shocked when they find out the house is next door to Kristen's. Meanwhile, Kristen is surprised to learn that her frozen egg was never destroyed and purchased anonymously which leads her on a new adventure.

episode image How to Save a Life
8.5/10 (674 votes)

#4 How to Save a Life

S4:E8
Jul 11, 2024

Sheryl takes action to prevent a catastrophic event.

episode image Fear of the Future
8.3/10 (649 votes)

#5 Fear of the Future

S4:E11
Aug 1, 2024

The team receives disappointing news. Kristen meets mysterious stranger Ellie, who claims to be an old friend of Sheryl's. A game between the two reveals disturbing information about Kristen's future...and about Ellie herself.

episode image The Demon of Money
8.2/10 (772 votes)

#6 The Demon of Money

S3:E9
Aug 7, 2022

The team investigates claims that a demon has been stalking people who have invested in a stock tip. The Entity asks for David's help in transitioning Grace Ling back.

episode image How to Split an Atom
8.2/10 (819 votes)

#7 How to Split an Atom

S4:E1
May 23, 2024

Kristen learns the details of Leland's evil scheme involving her ovum, and Sheryl's involvement in the plot increases the tension between mother and daughter. Meanwhile, David, Ben, and Kristen are sent to investigate a particle accelerator suspected to be a gateway to Hell.

episode image Rose390
8.1/10 (1808 votes)

#8 Rose390

S1:E4
Oct 17, 2019

Kristen, Ben and David are hired to evaluate Eric, a seemingly psychopathic 9-year-old boy; Eric takes a liking to David, which leaves them hopeful they can curb his violent behavior; Kristen's daughters lie about a game their grandmother bought.

episode image Book 27
8.1/10 (1291 votes)

#9 Book 27

S1:E13
Jan 30, 2020

David, Kristen and Ben assess whether a pregnant woman is possessed when she claims one of the twins she’s carrying is evil. Their investigation leads to a fertility clinic where they discover a connection to all of their encounters throughout the season. Also, Kristen questions one of her daughters’ capacity for evil upon realizing that she also used that fertility clinic.

episode image The Demon of Algorithms
8.1/10 (777 votes)

#10 The Demon of Algorithms

S3:E6
Jul 17, 2022

A single mother enlists the team to look into the potentially demonic ways the viral app TipTop is terrorizing her family.

episode image How to Bandage a Wound
8.1/10 (593 votes)

#11 How to Bandage a Wound

S4:E7
Jul 4, 2024

Ben begins to question his sanity, impacting his relationship with Renee.

episode image N Is for Night Terrors
8.0/10 (1161 votes)

#12 N Is for Night Terrors

S2:E1
Jun 20, 2021

The team is given the task of evaluating the likelihood of Leland being possessed, which if decided true, would require them to exorcise him.

episode image E Is for Elevator
8.0/10 (1181 votes)

#13 E Is for Elevator

S2:E4
Jul 11, 2021

The team is sent to investigate the disappearance of a teenage boy, Wyatt.

episode image The Demon of Death
8.0/10 (936 votes)

#14 The Demon of Death

S3:E1
Jun 12, 2022

David’s relationship with Kristen takes a turn when he gives into his temptation. Meanwhile, the team is tasked with exploring a machine to measure the weight of the human soul as it leaves a dying body.

episode image 7 Swans a Singin'
7.9/10 (1320 votes)

#15 7 Swans a Singin'

S1:E10
Dec 12, 2019

Kristen, David and Ben are called to investigate an insidiously addictive Christmas song that's spreading among an increasing number of students, and the dangerous relationship between online influencers and their impressionable young followers.

episode image The Demon of the Road
7.9/10 (843 votes)

#16 The Demon of the Road

S3:E4
Jul 3, 2022

The team encounters a truck driver whose wife thinks he is possessed and explores the possibility of a demon haunting the highway.

episode image The Demon of Cults
7.9/10 (768 votes)

#17 The Demon of Cults

S3:E7
Jul 24, 2022

The team investigates a young man who is being held against his will to determine if he is possessed or is influenced by a cult.

episode image Genesis 1
7.8/10 (2412 votes)

#18 Genesis 1

S1:E1
Sep 26, 2019

Forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard is hired by the Catholic Church to determine whether a serial killer is possessed by a demon or merely a psychopath.

episode image Let x = 9
7.8/10 (1382 votes)

#19 Let x = 9

S1:E6
Nov 7, 2019

When the Catholic Church asks Kristen, David and Ben to assess the veracity of a local prophetess, Grace Ling, they are shaken when they see one of her visions come to life.

episode image How to Build a Coffin
7.8/10 (616 votes)

#20 How to Build a Coffin

S4:E4
Jun 13, 2024

Andy is pushed to deadly measures as the team investigates a speech demon.

episode image Vatican III
7.7/10 (1363 votes)

#21 Vatican III

S1:E7
Nov 14, 2019

When Bridget confesses to murder during her exorcism, Monsignor Korecki asks Kristen, David and Ben to investigate if the details match any open cases and if the woman really is possessed by a demon.

episode image Exorcism Part 2
7.7/10 (1299 votes)

#22 Exorcism Part 2

S1:E9
Dec 5, 2019

David is shocked to learn he is being sued for inflicting severe psychological harm on Caroline Hopkins, after he assisted in her exorcism. The accusation leads him to question his future as a priest, especially once he develops a very close connection with his defense attorney, Renée Harris.

episode image Room 320
7.7/10 (1398 votes)

#23 Room 320

S1:E11
Jan 9, 2020

After David is badly wounded, he is determined to fight off the menacing presence of death from his hospital bed.

episode image A Is for Angel
7.7/10 (1053 votes)

#24 A Is for Angel

S2:E2
Jun 27, 2021

The team is charged with investigating a man who claims that he is hearing an angel.

episode image The Demon of Parenthood
7.7/10 (741 votes)

#25 The Demon of Parenthood

S3:E8
Jul 31, 2022

The team responds to reports of possessed toys and electronics originating from a store. David is tasked with retrieving a hidden message that may be the key to saving the prophet Grace Ling.

episode image How to Fly an Airplane
7.7/10 (606 votes)

#26 How to Fly an Airplane

S4:E5
Jun 20, 2024

The team visits the Vatican as sinister forces besiege the Bouchard house.

episode image How to Build a Chatbot
7.7/10 (569 votes)

#27 How to Build a Chatbot

S4:E9
Jul 18, 2024

The team looks into bizarre text messages. Sheryl tries to beat Leland.

episode image Fear of the Other
7.7/10 (543 votes)

#28 Fear of the Other

S4:E12
Aug 8, 2024

Sister Andrea gives the team their last assessment, a man who believes his doppelganger has possessed him and has a personal connection to the nun.

episode image October 31
7.6/10 (1529 votes)

#29 October 31

S1:E5
Oct 24, 2019

On Halloween night, Kristen and David are sent to assess an exorcism; Ben goes on his favorite show, where he debunks supernatural finds with fellow unbeliever Vanessa.

episode image B Is for Brain
7.6/10 (951 votes)

#30 B Is for Brain

S2:E8
Sep 5, 2021

Kristen, David, and Ben are sent to Cornell University, at the request of Bishop Marx, to investigate an electrode-based experiment.

episode image I Is for IRS
7.6/10 (870 votes)

#31 I Is for IRS

S2:E11
Sep 26, 2021

The IRS taps the team to investigate the legitimacy of a new organization seeking religious status for tax exemption.

episode image The Angel of Warning
7.6/10 (787 votes)

#32 The Angel of Warning

S3:E5
Jul 10, 2022

Sister Andrea’s career and sanity are on trial as she battles Leland. Meanwhile the team investigates an alleged angel sighting.

episode image How to Dance in Three Easy Steps
7.6/10 (604 votes)

#33 How to Dance in Three Easy Steps

S4:E6
Jun 27, 2024

Sheryl reaches her breaking point with Leland.

episode image 3 Stars
7.5/10 (1650 votes)

#34 3 Stars

S1:E3
Oct 10, 2019

After a high-strung theater producer's behavior turns from demanding to what is believed to be demonic, Kristen, David and Ben must assess the situation. Kristen discredits her nemesis, Leland Townsend, before he can ruin a 17-year-old boy's life.

episode image Justice x 2
7.5/10 (1260 votes)

#35 Justice x 2

S1:E12
Jan 16, 2020

Leland assists convicted serial killer Orson Leroux with having his conviction overturned; Kristen is called into court to testify while her daughter, Laura, undergoes emergency heart surgery; David witnesses a woman's evil instincts firsthand.

episode image F Is for Fire
7.5/10 (1037 votes)

#36 F Is for Fire

S2:E3
Jul 4, 2021

The team encounters a nine-year-old girl, Mathilda, who is seemingly haunted by a Jinn, a spirit in the Islamic faith.

episode image C Is for Cannibal
7.5/10 (885 votes)

#37 C Is for Cannibal

S2:E13
Oct 10, 2021

The team is sent to meet on campus with Mitch Otterbean, a student with a growing compulsion to eat human flesh.

episode image How to Slaughter a Pig
7.5/10 (615 votes)

#38 How to Slaughter a Pig

S4:E3
Jun 6, 2024

Kristen's surrogacy faces complications, and the team visits a pig farm.

episode image Fear of the Unholy
7.5/10 (504 votes)

#39 Fear of the Unholy

S4:E13
Aug 15, 2024

The Vatican asks the team to investigate a Hawking-like genius for potential ties to the occult. David's continued aiding of the Entity produces physical effects, and he and Sister Andrea say goodbye to St. Joseph's. Meanwhile, Leland returns home, where David confronts him.

episode image 2 Fathers
7.4/10 (1354 votes)

#40 2 Fathers

S1:E8
Nov 21, 2019

When David recognizes one of the sigils in the Poveglia Codex from his father Leon's artwork, he and Kristen journey to a remote art commune to investigate its meaning and how it's related to David's family.

Cast & Chracters

character image Dr Kristen Bouchard

Dr Kristen Bouchard

Actor: Katja Herbers

Dr. Kristen Bouchard is a forensic psychologist who initially works as an expert witness for the Queens District Attorney's office. A Christian-raised agnostic, she is skeptical of the supernatural. Kristen is a mother to four daughters and often finds herself balancing her professional responsibilities with her family life. Her skepticism is challenged as she investigates cases involving alleged demonic possession and other unexplained phenomena.

character image David Acosta

David Acosta

Actor: Mike Colter

David Acosta is a former journalist and a Catholic seminarian studying to become a priest. He works as an assessor for the Catholic Church, investigating reports of miracles and demonic possessions. David is a believer in the supernatural and often experiences visions, which he sometimes enhances using hallucinogens. He enlists the help of Dr. Kristen Bouchard and Ben Shakir to assist in his investigations.

character image Ben Shakir

Ben Shakir

Actor: Aasif Mandvi

Ben Shakir is a technical expert and equipment handler who works alongside Dr. Kristen Bouchard and David Acosta. An atheist raised in the Islamic faith, Ben is highly skeptical of the supernatural and relies on scientific explanations for the phenomena they investigate. He provides technological expertise to debunk purported supernatural events and is known for his pragmatic and sarcastic demeanor.

character image Dr Leland Townsend

Dr Leland Townsend

Actor: Michael Emerson

Dr. Leland Townsend is a forensic psychologist and the primary antagonist of the series. He is a manipulative and malevolent figure who seeks to spread evil by encouraging others to commit heinous acts. Leland becomes obsessed with Dr. Kristen Bouchard and her family, particularly targeting her mother, Sheryl Luria. He is known for his polite facade, which masks his true psychopathic nature.

character image Lynn Bouchard

Lynn Bouchard

Actor: Brooklyn Shuck

Lynn Bouchard is the eldest daughter of Dr. Kristen Bouchard. She is a responsible and caring sister to her three younger siblings. Lynn often finds herself involved in the family's encounters with the supernatural, sometimes displaying curiosity and bravery in the face of unexplained events.

character image Lila Bouchard

Lila Bouchard

Actor: Skylar Gray

Lila Bouchard is the second eldest daughter of Dr. Kristen Bouchard. She is adventurous and inquisitive, often exploring new ideas and experiences. Lila's curiosity sometimes leads her into situations involving the supernatural, reflecting her open-mindedness and youthful enthusiasm.

character image Lexis Bouchard

Lexis Bouchard

Actor: Maddy Crocco

Lexis Bouchard is the third daughter of Dr. Kristen Bouchard. She is intelligent and observant, often noticing details that others might overlook. Lexis's keen perception occasionally draws her into the family's supernatural investigations, highlighting her analytical nature.

character image Laura Bouchard

Laura Bouchard

Actor: Dalya Knapp

Laura Bouchard is the youngest daughter of Dr. Kristen Bouchard. She is innocent and playful, embodying the typical traits of a young child. Despite her age, Laura is sometimes affected by the supernatural events surrounding her family, adding a layer of vulnerability to the narrative.

character image Sister Andrea

Sister Andrea

Actor: Andrea Martin

Sister Andrea is a devout and no-nonsense nun who becomes an advisor to David Acosta. She is a member of the Sisters of Mercy and possesses the unique ability to see demons in the living world. Sister Andrea is a formidable opponent to malevolent forces and provides spiritual guidance to the team.

character image Dr. Kurt Boggs

Dr. Kurt Boggs

Actor: Kurt Fuller

Dr. Kurt Boggs is a psychiatrist and Dr. Kristen Bouchard's therapist. He is level-headed and grounded in scientific principles, offering psychological support to Kristen as she navigates the challenges posed by her work. Over time, Dr. Boggs becomes more involved in the supernatural aspects of Kristen's life.

character image Sheryl Luria

Sheryl Luria

Actor: Christine Lahti

Sheryl Luria is Dr. Kristen Bouchard's mother and the grandmother to her four daughters. She is confident and outgoing, often providing support to Kristen and her family. Sheryl becomes romantically involved with Dr. Leland Townsend, leading to tension and conflict with Kristen due to Leland's malevolent nature.

character image The Manager / Quareen / Hairy Demon

The Manager / Quareen / Hairy Demon

Actor: Marti Matulis

The Manager, also known as Quareen or the Hairy Demon, is a demonic entity that appears in various forms throughout the series. Portrayed by Marti Matulis, this character embodies malevolence and often interacts with the main characters in unsettling ways. The Manager serves as a representation of the evil forces that the team confronts in their investigations.

The highest rated episode of Evil is "How to Survive a Storm" (S4E10) with a rating of 8.60.

This episode received 679 votes.

It aired on July 25, 2024.


The lowest rated episode is "C Is for Cop" (S2E6) with a rating of 6.60.

This episode received 1,395 votes.

It aired on July 25, 2021.

The highest rated episode is "Rose390" (S1E4) with a rating of 8.10.

This episode received 1,808 votes.

It aired on October 17, 2019.


The lowest rated episode is "177 Minutes" (S1E2) with a rating of 7.20.

This episode received 1,848 votes.

It aired on October 3, 2019.

The highest rated episode is "S Is for Silence" (S2E7) with a rating of 8.50.

This episode received 1,483 votes.

It aired on August 29, 2021.


The lowest rated episode is "C Is for Cop" (S2E6) with a rating of 6.60.

This episode received 1,395 votes.

It aired on July 25, 2021.

The highest rated episode is "The Demon of the End" (S3E10) with a rating of 8.50.

This episode received 900 votes.

It aired on August 14, 2022.


The lowest rated episode is "The Demon of Memes" (S3E2) with a rating of 7.40.

This episode received 795 votes.

It aired on June 19, 2022.

The highest rated episode is "How to Survive a Storm" (S4E10) with a rating of 8.60.

This episode received 679 votes.

It aired on July 25, 2024.


The lowest rated episode is "Fear of the End" (S4E14) with a rating of 7.10.

This episode received 735 votes.

It aired on August 22, 2024.

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