The Institute
- 2025–
- 60 min
- Horror
- Science-Fiction
- Thriller
- Running
- MGM+
Adapted from Stephen King's novel, the second season picks up with Luke (Joe Freeman) and his friends after their escape as they look for a way to end the Institute for good. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker) hunts for a way back in while the Director recruits tech billionaire Nolan Reeves, with Ben Barnes returning and Alfie Allen joining the cast.
Where to watch
- Stream MGM+ Original platform
- Stream MGM+ Nov 8, 2026Watch on MGM+ (opens the service)
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Adapted from Stephen King's novel, the second season picks up with Luke (Joe Freeman) and his friends after their escape as they look for a way to end the Institute for good. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker) hunts for a way back in while the Director recruits tech billionaire Nolan Reeves, with Ben Barnes returning and Alfie Allen joining the cast.
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Seasons & episodes
- Season 1
- Season 2
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Quick answers
- Where can I watch The Institute?
- In the US: MGM+. In Australia: Stan. In Canada: MGM+.
- What is The Institute about?
- Adapted from Stephen King's novel, the second season picks up with Luke (Joe Freeman) and his friends after their escape as they look for a way to end the Institute for good. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker) hunts for a way back in while the Director recruits tech billionaire Nolan Reeves, with Ben Barnes returning and Alfie Allen joining the cast.
- Who is in the cast of The Institute?
- The Institute stars Ben Barnes as Tim Jamieson, Mary-Louise Parker as Ms. Sigsby, Simone Miller as Kalisha Benson, Joe Freeman as Luke Ellis and Fionn Laird as Nicky Wilholm.
- When did The Institute start?
- The Institute premiered on 13 July 2025 and is still running, with 2 seasons so far.
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