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Season 2 – The Institute

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A group of psychic children unites to take on the shadowy organization that has kidnapped them and claims to be using their power to "save the world."

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Tessa Smith Mama's Geeky Nov 4, 2026
Season 2 moves past Stephen King’s novel with high-stakes moral dilemmas, chilling performances, and an explosive finale. Go to Full Review
Matthew Rudoy Screen Rant Nov 4, 2026
7/10
Many shows struggle when continuing without source material, but The Institute season 2 proves that it is mostly up to the challenge. Go to Full Review
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Chris B @KidCrooks 2 days ago Excited to see where they go from the book! Great cast additions for season 2 as well. Love this show! See more
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The Institute — Season 2

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Jack Bender

Director

Clark Johnson

Director

Jeff Renfroe

Director

Ben Barnes

Tim Jamieson

Mary-Louise Parker

Ms. Sigsby

Simone Miller

Kalisha

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 8, 2026 The Reckoning After their escape, Luke and friends plot to end the Institute for good; the Director enlists a new ally; Sigsby seeks a way back in. Details Episode 2 Airs Nov 15 The Sanctuary The crew is on the run once again; the Institute struggles after a setback; desperate, Luke makes a choice that may cost him everything he holds dear. Details Episode 3 Airs Nov 22 Double Cross Luke and friends adjust to their new surroundings; Sigsby sizes up Nolan as a potential rival; Tim chases his only lead in the search for an ally. Details Episode 4 Airs Nov 29 Truth and Consequences Luke uncovers a secret from the past that gives Sigsby questions; Tim thinks he has a lead; the Director employs a new interrogation technique. Details Episode 5 Airs Dec 6 The Scraper Tim's investigation takes a turn; Nolan and the Director work to keep the Institute from collapse; Luke finds the rabbit hole goes much deeper. Details Episode 6 Airs Dec 13 Hinge Luke and Kalisha enlist an unlikely ally in their race against the clock; Tim and George scramble to reach their friends before it's too late. Details Episode 7 Airs Dec 20 Break On Through Our heroes head back into the lion's den; Luke, Tim, and the crew grapple with an impossible decision. Details Episode 8 Airs Dec 20 The Other Side The final confrontation; will our crew succeed in revealing the Institute's secrets or will Nolan and the Director sweep their crimes under the rug? Details

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The Institute — Season 2

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Season Info

Director
Jack Bender, Clark Johnson, Jeff Renfroe
Network
MGM+
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 8, 2026
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