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Bates Motel 

TV-MA | | Drama, Horror, Mystery | TV Series (2013–2017)
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50 episodes
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A contemporary prequel to Psycho, giving a portrayal of how Norman Bates' psyche unravels through his teenage years, and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma, truly is.

Creators:

Anthony Cipriano, Carlton Cuse, Kerry Ehrin

Stars:

Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot | See full cast & crew »
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Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 6 wins & 63 nominations. See more awards »

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Cast

Series cast summary:
Vera Farmiga ...  Norma Louise Bates 50 episodes, 2013-2017
Freddie Highmore ...  Norman Bates 50 episodes, 2013-2017
Max Thieriot ...  Dylan Massett 50 episodes, 2013-2017
Olivia Cooke ...  Emma Decody 49 episodes, 2013-2017
Nestor Carbonell ...  Sheriff Alex Romero / ... 48 episodes, 2013-2017
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Storyline

"Bates Motel" is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film "Psycho," and gives a portrayal of how Norman Bates' (Freddie Highmore) psyche unravels through his teenage years. Fans discover the dark, twisted backstory of Norman Bates and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma (Vera Farmiga), truly is. Written by A&E Television Networks

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Plot Keywords:

incestuous desire | prequel | mental disorder | sexual awakening | motel | See All (40) »

Taglines:

Together until the end. (Season 5) See more »

Genres:

Drama | Horror | Mystery | Thriller

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

18 March 2013 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Bates Motel See more »

Filming Locations:

Aldergrove, British Columbia, Canada See more »
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Budget:

$10,000,000 (estimated)
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Company Credits

Production Co:

American Genre Film Archive, Kerry Ehrin Productions, Universal Television See more »
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Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1
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Did You Know?

Trivia

Vera Farmiga suggested Freddie Highmore for the role of Norman. See more »

Goofs

The audio for Norma's car is always that of a diesel engine but the car, a Mercedes 280 SE 4.5, is a gasoline powered V8. See more »

Quotes

Norma Louise Bates: Norman, no matter what, this'll become public. And it'll be in all the papers. Everyone in town will know about it. Who is going to book a room in the "rape-slash-murder" motel?
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Crazy Credits

Names in the main credits have one letter (in each part of the name) in blue neon, like the Bates Motel sign. The letter is usually at or near the middle of the name. See more »

Connections

Referenced in Scream: The TV Series (2015) See more »

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How old is Norman Bates meant to be?
Q: Why is this show set in modern day?
Q: How much time has passed during the series?
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Bloody brilliant
10 June 2018 | by katiehigson – See all my reviews

Managed to binge the entire 5 seasons in one week! The acting is incredible. I laughed, I cried and I hid behind a cushion. It's got everything you could want from a psychological horror drama. Couldn't reccommend it enough.
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