Added to Apple TV+ on Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 Dr. Eli Adler, a child psychiatrist, confronts a profound loss as he meets Noah, a young boy carrying eerie knowledge of Eli’s life, sparking a chilling bond that connects their troubled pasts and present.
Length: 10 episodes, approximately 50 minutes each
Genre: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
This Title is: Atmospheric, Character-Driven
Cast
Billy Crystal, Judith Light, Jacobi Jupe, Rosie Perez, Maria Dizzia
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: TV-MA – Intense thematic material, supernatural elements
Trivia
- This is Billy Crystal’s first major dramatic role in a series, a shift from his typical comedic portrayals.
- The series is produced by Academy Award-winning writer Eric Roth, known for “Forrest Gump.”
- Filming took place in New Jersey, adding an atmospheric edge to the show’s haunting visuals.
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The series takes an intriguing approach to psychological drama, with Billy Crystal bringing nuance to his portrayal of Dr. Eli Adler. The acting ensemble, including talents like Judith Light and Rosie Perez, delivers compelling performances, grounding the intense storyline in reality. The series’ visual style is hauntingly memorable, matching its dark, atmospheric tone. Overall, Before brings depth and a unique mystery that keeps the audience captivated episode by episode.
