description The Institute Overview
The Institute is a horror television series adapted from a Stephen King novel. It centers on a teenager’s arrival at an institution for gifted children, uncovering unsettling mysteries and hidden dangers within its walls. Ben Barnes, Mary-Louise Parker, and Joe Freeman star in this supernatural drama.
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Where can I watch The Institute, and how many episodes are in season one?
The Institute is an MGM+ series based on Stephen King's 2019 novel, and its first season has eight episodes. It premiered on July 13, 2025. [Stephen King: The Institute](https://stephenking.com/works/television/institute.html)
Who is Luke Ellis in The Institute?
Luke Ellis is a teen genius who is kidnapped and wakes up inside a facility holding other children with unusual abilities. Joe Freeman plays Luke, whose story centers on telekinetic and telepathic children being subjected to secret experiments. [Stephen King: The Institute](https://stephenking.com/works/television/institute.html)
Who plays Tim Jamieson and Julia Sigsby in The Institute?
Ben Barnes plays Tim Jamieson, a former police officer who investigates what is happening nearby. Mary-Louise Parker plays Julia Sigsby, the director connected to the Institute's experiments. [The Institute series information](https://www.mgmplus.com/series/the-institute)
Has The Institute been renewed for a second season?
Yes. Stephen King's official site says production has begun on season two at MGM+, but it does not give a confirmed release date. [The Institute season two update](https://stephenking.com/news/the-institute-season-two-771.html)
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