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Phony

«The mother of all mysteries.»

Year
2026
Age rating
TV-MA
Seasons
1 season · 8 episodes
Countries
United States of America
Director
Nick Paley
Starring
Connie Britton, Sam Nivola, Grace Brennan, Maliq Johnson, Meera Syal, Colter Lee

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6.8 / 10

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About the series

A drama about a young woman who suddenly finds herself at the center of someone else’s life. After an unexpected encounter, she begins pretending to be another person, gradually becoming trapped in a web of lies that grows harder to control. What initially seems like a way to get what she wants quickly turns into a dangerous game, where every new secret threatens to expose her true identity.

Editorial review

The mysterious series of 2026, which combines psychological drama, detective intrigue and dark humor. The story begins with a car accident, after which the teenager begins to doubt that the person next to him is really his mother.

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Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2026 · 8 episodes

After waking up from a freak car accident, Sonny discovers that his mother has been replaced by an impostor.

Released 5 of 8 episodes Next episode: E06 · 17 Nov (in 3 days)
  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Pilot

    20 Oct 2026 36 min

    Sonny Cooke, a high school student, awakes from a car accident to discover his mom, Ellen, looks slightly different.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Crosby, Stills and Nash

    20 Oct 2026 27 min

    After hiding from his "imposter" mom all weekend, Sonny returns to school determined to find help.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Reverse Cuckoo Situation

    27 Oct 2026

    Sonny is forced to stay home with Ellen, so he sets a trap to catch her in her lies.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Vibes Are Rancid

    03 Nov 2026

  5. E05

    House of Dog

    10 Nov 2026

  6. 17 Nov
    E06

    Episode 6

    Airs 17 Nov 2026

  7. 24 Nov
    E07

    Episode 7

    Airs 24 Nov 2026

  8. 01 Dec
    E08

    Episode 8

    Airs 01 Dec 2026

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “Phony” have?

1 season, 8 episodes.

When did “Phony” premiere?

Premiere: 20 October 2026.

Who stars in “Phony”?

Starring: Connie Britton, Sam Nivola, Grace Brennan, Maliq Johnson and others.

What age rating does “Phony” have?

Age rating: TV-MA.

Who directed “Phony”?

Director: Nick Paley.

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