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Ralph Anderson
The lead detective, carrying private grief while investigating Frankie’s murder.
STEPHEN KING · COMPLETE SEASON 1 GUIDE · EPISODE 1 OF 10
THE OUTSIDER
Episode 1 · Fish in a Barrel
The setup
Eleven-year-old Frankie Peterson is found murdered in the Georgia woods. Detective Ralph Anderson quickly builds an overwhelming case against popular teacher and baseball coach Terry Maitland — until equally strong evidence places Terry somewhere else.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
6 peopleThe only names you need
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Terry Maitland
A teacher and youth baseball coach identified by witnesses and physical evidence.
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Glory Maitland
Terry’s wife, suddenly forced to defend her family from the town.
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Howie Salomon
Terry’s lawyer, determined to challenge Ralph’s apparently certain case.
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Alec Pelley
Howie’s private investigator, sent to verify Terry’s alibi.
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Jessa Maitland
Terry’s younger daughter, disturbed by a strange visitor after the arrest.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
Three clear stops for the evidence, connected cases and supernatural mystery. Open only the last scene you have reached.
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden until you finish the episode.
Content note: Child murder, graphic crime-scene detail, sexual assault references, grief, strong language and public humiliation.