Bates Motel (2013)
Bates Motel is a 2013 drama series created by Carlton Cuse and Kerry Ehrin. It stars Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore and Max Thieriot.
A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.
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What is Bates Motel about?
A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.
When was Bates Motel released?
Bates Motel was released on 18 March 2013.
How many episodes does Bates Motel have?
Bates Motel has 50 episodes across 5 seasons.
Who made Bates Motel?
Bates Motel was created by Carlton Cuse, Kerry Ehrin and Anthony Cipriano.
Where can I watch Bates Motel?
Bates Motel is available on Prime Video, The CW, Google Play, Amazon, AppleTV and Fandango at Home.
Where to watch Bates Motel
Stream: Prime Video
Watch free: The CW
Rent: Google Play
Buy: Amazon, AppleTV, Fandango at Home, Google Play
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Cast
- Vera Farmiga as Norma Bates
- Freddie Highmore as Norman Bates
- Max Thieriot as Dylan Massett
- Olivia Cooke as Emma Decody
- Nestor Carbonell as Alex Romero
- Kenny Johnson as Caleb Calhoun
- Ryan Hurst as Chick Hogan
- Nicola Peltz as Bradley Martin
- Keenan Tracey as Gunner
- Ian Tracey as Remo Wallace
- Aliyah O'Brien as Regina
- Kevin Rahm as Bob Paris
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