Inspired by Kris Straub's "creepypasta" tale, season one deals with one man’s obsessive recollections of a mysterious children’s television program from the 1980s, and his ever-growing suspicions about the role it might have played in a series of nightmarish and deadly events from his childhood.
Episodes
Episode 1
You Have to Go Inside
October 11, 201642m7.0
Child psychologist Mike Painter investigates the 1988 murders of several children, including his twin brother, which may involve a children's TV show that has started airing again.
Episode 2
I'll Hold Your Hand
October 18, 201642m6.5
Marla agrees to help Mike investigate the murders; Marla is horrified to learn a secret about what happened in 1988 that's been hidden since that time.
Episode 3
Want to See Something Cool?
October 25, 201642m6.8
Mike must convince Gary that Candle Cove is behind the murders before he takes justice into his own hands; Marla, Jessica, and Amy frantically search for Mike before it's too late.
Episode 4
A Strange Vessel
November 1, 201642m6.7
Mike's daughter Lily mysteriously arrives in Iron Hill, leading to more information about the murders of 1988; Mike and Jessica take drastic measures to heal the past and protect Lily from Candle Cove.
Episode 5
Guest of Honor
November 8, 201642m6.2
Mike and Amy learn that the creator of Candle Cove isn't who they think he is; a brutal crime shocks the Iron Hill police force.
Episode 6
Welcome Home
November 15, 201642m6.4
Mike prepares to confront Candle Cove and save his daughter Lily, while Marla is faced with making an impossible choice.