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The Patient Series Premiere Recap, Episode 1: 'Intake' - Vulture

A veteran therapist who must use every clinical tool in his arsenal to stay alive while being held captive.

Instead of turning himself in, Sam chains Alan to the floor in his basement and demands private, around-the-clock therapy sessions to "cure" his urge to murder.

Sam’s mother, who lives in the house and is aware of the kidnapping but is paralyzed by her own guilt and fear.

Sam reveals he is a prolific serial killer who is desperate to stop his violent compulsions.

Dr. Alan Strauss (Carell), a psychotherapist grieving the recent death of his wife, is kidnapped by one of his patients, Sam Fortner (Gleeson).