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"Sentenced to die. Condemned to live."
After 19 years on Death Row for the rape and murder of his teenage girlfriend, Daniel Holden is going home. His conviction has been vacated due to new DNA evidence. Now he has to return to a world he no longer knows and his reentry into the outside world may be as unforgiving as prison. Daniel is haunted by the past, dogged by the present, and uncertain of the future. As he struggles to adapt to his new life, his homecoming reignites the fears of a small town and threatens to shatter his family’s fragile peace. Daniel’s alleged crime divided a community. Will his freedom tear it in half?
Created By
Ray McKinnon
Network
SundanceTV
Episodes
30
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
AMC+
3 countries
Philo
1 country
Spectrum On Demand
1 country
Hoopla
FREE
1 country
Pluto TV
FREE
1 country
Stan
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Rectify has 4 seasons with 30 episodes spanning 2013-2016.
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Rating
With a 7.6/10 rating from 284 votes, Rectify is considered highly rated.
Year context
Rectify first aired 13 years ago in 2013.
CAST (9)
SEASONS (4 seasons, 30 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Always There
After 19 years on Death Row, Daniel Holden is released due to new DNA evidence. He returns with his family to his childhood home, struggling…
02
Sexual Peeling
Daniel explores the town while Amantha worries about his safety; Ted Jr. fears for the future of the family business; tension run high at Daniel's…
03
Modern Times
Daniel retreats from the stress of recent events; Tawney reaches out to Daniel, unbeknownst to her husband; Amantha fears that the town's anger could erupt…
04
Plato's Cave
Janet's day in town with Daniel turns into a media circus; Sheriff Daggett questions Trey Willis about a missing witness.
05
Drip, Drip
Daniel begins to lose his grip on reality as he struggles to adjust to life on the outside; Ted Jr. starts to question Daniel's innocence.
06
Jacob's Ladder
As the town's anger hits the boiling point, Daniel's family goes on alert. Foulkes presses the D.A. for a retrial. Ted Jr. & Tawney recover…
SEASON 2
01
Running with the Bull
Daniel’s family fears he won’t recover from his injuries and his attackers will escape justice. Judy Dean shows Bobby some unexpected affection. Ted, Jr. hides…
02
Sleeping Giants
Amantha dreads the worst as she prepares for Daniel to awaken from his induced coma. Teddy’s business plans are thwarted by his dad, and he…
03
Charlie Darwin
Still recovering from his injuries, Daniel makes a startling decision. Amantha is outraged by Daniel’s choice and hurt when Janet takes his side. Teddy asks…
04
Donald the Normal
A recovered Daniel explores Atlanta and enjoys a taste of big-city anonymity, while Amantha starts packing up her apartment. Tawney grows frustrated with Ted, Jr.’s…
05
Act as If
Daniel meets Lezley, an unusual local entrepreneur who makes Daniel an unlikely offer. Amantha struggles to adapt to a challenging new environment. Ted Jr. bonds…
06
Mazel Tov
Daniel heads out on a strange errand and mysteriously disappears. Meanwhile, the family surprises Janet with unexpected birthday presents.
07
Weird as You
Daniel continues to seek answers. Stern meets with the DA. Sen. Foulkes undertakes a disreputable task, and Amantha and a coworker bond.
08
The Great Destroyer
A reluctant Daniel seeks help, unsettling news leads to an intense debate at the Talbots and CJ Pickens bears some startling news.
09
Until You're Blue
Recent events frustrate Ted Jr., while Ted Sr. attempts to protect the family. Meanwhile, Daniel is faced with a tough decision, and Amantha tries to…
10
Unhinged
Daniel has a problem accepting Jon Stern's advice, while Tawney rethinks her options. Meanwhile, Ted, Jr. seeks a favor, and Amantha comes clean to Jon…
SEASON 3
01
Hoorah
Surprise and dismay spread in the aftermath of Daniel’s confession. DA Sondra Person has some questions. Sheriff Daggett finds George Melton.
02
Thrill Ride
Daniel must adapt to his new circumstances. Amantha faces overwhelming personal and professional changes. Teddy tries to connect with Tawney.
03
Sown with Salt
Daniel discovers some new, unpleasant restrictions on his life. Daggett investigates George’s death. Amantha endures Thrifty Town management training.
04
Girl Jesus
Daniel struggles to follow the terms of his probation. Teddy pushes Tawney into making a painful confession. Janet loses her temper with Ted, Sr.
05
The Future
Daniel tries to repair the pool. Daggett reveals a surprising theory about George Melton’s death. Tawney visits her former foster mother.
06
The Source
Janet and Daniel take a road trip. Tawney returns home. Jon regrets not helping Daniel more. Amantha has dinner with an unexpected companion.
SEASON 4
01
A House Divided
Daniel is navigating the complicated dynamics of group living at The New Canaan Project and learning to cope with his new normal.
02
Yolk
Back in Paulie, the Holden/Talbot family adjusts to daily life without Daniel's influence and Janet frets over Daniel's life away from home.
03
Bob & Carol & Ted Jr & Alice
Daniel continues to adjust to group living which is further complicated by his new roommate. Meanwhile, Amantha continues to reexamine her past by reconnecting with…
04
Go Ask Roger
Daniel gets temporary respite from the grind of the halfway house when he and Chloe set out on an adventure. Meanwhile, Amantha is intrigued by…
05
Pineapples In Paris
Daniel has a confrontation in group therapy that makes him question the possibility of adjusting to normal life.
06
Physics
Ted Sr. seeks his own bliss. Janet and Daniel attempt to be honest with one another about what's between them.
07
Happy Unburdening
Daniel worries that his life has gotten a little too real. Janet is loosening her grip on the past while Teddy opens up to Ted,…
08
All I'm Sayin'
Daniel begins to appreciate his progress as he realizes what his new life may look like, while the old life is quickly disappearing for Teddy.…
SERIES INFO
4
Seasons
30
Episodes
60 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Ray McKinnon
NETWORKS (1)
SundanceTV
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Rectify about?
After 19 years on Death Row for the rape and murder of his teenage girlfriend, Daniel Holden is going home. His conviction has been vacated due to new DNA evidence. Now he has to return to a world he no longer knows and his reentry into the outside world may be as unforgiving as prison. Daniel is haunted by the past, dogged by the present, and uncertain of the future. As he struggles to adapt to his new life, his homecoming reignites the fears of a small town and threatens to shatter his family’s fragile peace. Daniel’s alleged crime divided a community. Will his freedom tear it in half?
Where can I watch Rectify?
Rectify is available on AMC+, Philo, Spectrum On Demand, Hoopla, Pluto TV. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Rectify have?
Rectify has 4 seasons with 30 episodes total.
Who created Rectify?
Rectify was created by Ray McKinnon.
Who stars in Rectify?
The cast of Rectify includes Aden Young, Abigail Spencer, Adelaide Clemens, Clayne Crawford, J. Smith-Cameron.
What is the rating of Rectify?
Rectify has a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 284 votes on TMDB.
Is Rectify still running?
Rectify has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Crime
Drama
