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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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2017   2016   2015   2014   2013  
Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 6 wins & 64 nominations. See more awards »

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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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mental disorder | motel | prequel | taxidermist | small town | See All (33) »

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

Genres:

Drama | Horror | Mystery | Thriller

Certificate:

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Trivia

The exterior of the Bates' house is a faithful reproduction of the design for the characters' house in Psycho (1960), which was in turn modeled by Alfred Hitchcock after Edward Hopper's 1925 painting The House by the Railroad. That painting was the very first one that was acquired by New York's Museum of Modern Art (in 1930). 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: When I moved here, no one prepared me for the colossal, frickin' face-dive off a cliff that living in this crazy town really is!
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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

Follows Psycho II (1983) See more »

User Reviews

 
Great Storyline and Performance
29 July 2019 | by amaliarambe – See all my reviews

The story is exquisite and unique. A perfect combination of love story, thriller, drama, and a little comedy. The talented Vera Farmiga is excellent, along with Freedie Highmore, Max Theriot, and Nestor Carbonell.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How old is Norman Bates meant to be?
Q: Why is this show set in modern day?
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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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