Synopsis
Adapted from the lauded feminist novel and set in a colorful academic community in Marfa, Texas, this is the story of a struggling married couple, Chris and Sylvere, and their obsession with a charismatic professor named Dick. Told in Rashomon-style shifts of POV, the series charts the unraveling of a marriage, the awakening of an artist and the deification of a reluctant messiah.
Episodes
Season 11
PilotA stalled married couple, Chris and Sylvere, temporarily relocates from New York City to Marfa, Texas. Tensions rise when the couple spends an evening with celebrated artist and mysterious cowboy, Dick, launching them into an unusual sexual fantasy.30m2
The Conceptual FuckChris' growing obsession becomes a fun and fueled marital pastime.25m3
Scenes from a MarriageSylvere demands Chris undo the damage she's done though it may be too late. Chris's letters bring Devon and Toby together. Determined to clear the air, Chris and Sylvere devise a plan.31m4
IlinxChris and Sylvere proceed with their questionable scheme but Dick throws them for a loop that their marriage can't handle. Toby and Devon go their own way.25m5
A Short History of Weird GirlsThe women of Marfa expose their history of desire.22m6
This Is Not a Love LetterAfter a grand gesture, Chris grapples with a Dick-less existence. Toby goes viral with a provocative project that Devon takes issue with. Pushed beyond their limits, Dick and Sylvere broker an unlikely truce.28m7
The Barter EconomyDick questions his role at the Institute, creating new opportunity for Paula. Toby sets boundaries and Devon takes her work in a new direction. Chris and Sylvere come to an impasse.26m8
Cowboys and NomadsSylvere writes his own letter while Chris explores a new reality with Dick. Devon's performance awakens the people of Marfa.25m
PilotA stalled married couple, Chris and Sylvere, temporarily relocates from New York City to Marfa, Texas. Tensions rise when the couple spends an evening with celebrated artist and mysterious cowboy, Dick, launching them into an unusual sexual fantasy.30m2The Conceptual FuckChris' growing obsession becomes a fun and fueled marital pastime.25m3Scenes from a MarriageSylvere demands Chris undo the damage she's done though it may be too late. Chris's letters bring Devon and Toby together. Determined to clear the air, Chris and Sylvere devise a plan.31m4IlinxChris and Sylvere proceed with their questionable scheme but Dick throws them for a loop that their marriage can't handle. Toby and Devon go their own way.25m5A Short History of Weird GirlsThe women of Marfa expose their history of desire.22m6This Is Not a Love LetterAfter a grand gesture, Chris grapples with a Dick-less existence. Toby goes viral with a provocative project that Devon takes issue with. Pushed beyond their limits, Dick and Sylvere broker an unlikely truce.28m7The Barter EconomyDick questions his role at the Institute, creating new opportunity for Paula. Toby sets boundaries and Devon takes her work in a new direction. Chris and Sylvere come to an impasse.26m8Cowboys and NomadsSylvere writes his own letter while Chris explores a new reality with Dick. Devon's performance awakens the people of Marfa.25mCast
