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Carnivàle

Carnivàle

Into each generation is born a creature of light and a creature of darkness.

★ 7.9200354 minTV-MA
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Synopsis

Carnivàle is an American television series set in the United States during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl. In tracing the lives of two disparate groups of people, its overarching story depicts the battle between good and evil and the struggle between free will and destiny; the storyline mixes Christian theology with gnosticism and Masonic lore, particularly that of the Knights Templar.

Episodes

Episode 1

Milfay

Ben reluctantly joins the carnival after the bank forecloses on his family's Oklahoma farm. Brother Justin has a bizarre encounter with a poor parishioner. Sofie has a run-in at a small-town gas station.

2003-09-14 · 58 min
Episode 2

After the Ball Is Over

Ben uncovers a piece of his past as a result of Jones' sense of humor. Justin tries to persuade a parishioner to make a deal in real estate. Sofie endures a frightening mishap involving her mother. Samson changes the carnival's course.

2003-09-21 · 57 min
Episode 3

Tipton

Ben is the main attraction when Samson refashions the carnival as a religious revival to satisfy a town's moral underpinnings. Justin has a powerful ally in a fight against city hall. Sofie accompanies Ben on a journey into his past.

2003-09-28 · 50 min
Episode 4

Black Blizzard

Jones looks to management when the crew turns mutinous. Appolonia is displeased with Sofie's romantic tastes. Justin faces a difficult choice between his congregations. Ben is tested by Lodz.

2003-10-05 · 47 min
Episode 5

Babylon

Samson tries to improve the troupe's spirits with a night of revelry. Ben has an enlightening experience at the bottom of a mineshaft. A group of miners is anxious for entertainment.

2003-10-12 · 49 min
Episode 6

Pick a Number

Revenge-minded carnies practice their own form of retribution. Justin encounters a group of hobos on his journey of self-discovery. Ben returns from another strange experience.

2003-10-19 · 57 min
Episode 7

The River

After a recent tragedy, Stumpy and Rita Sue debate their future in the carnival. In her brother's absence, Iris receives help from a radio reporter. Ben helps Ruthie with her act.

2003-10-26 · 52 min
Episode 8

Lonnigan, Texas

Lodz disagrees with Samson's decision to send Ben on a business trip for the carnival. A radio-show host tries to help find a wandering Justin. Sofie considers a career change.

2003-11-02 · 58 min
Episode 9

Insomnia

Ben tries to escape his dreams by staying awake. Iris uses a radio ally to help locate Justin. Samson goes back to the drawing board to increase business.

2003-11-09 · 46 min
Episode 10

Hot and Bothered

Ben and Samson go in search of the mysterious Scudder. Sofie accuses her mother of foul play. Lodz waits patiently for Ben to fall asleep. Justin returns to Mintern with a new plan.

2003-11-16 · 53 min
Episode 11

Day of the Dead

Rita Sue teaches a newcomer a few tricks of the trade. Balthus is nervous about Tommy Dolan's allegations. Lodz gets approval from Management to help Ben.

2003-11-23 · 55 min
Episode 12

The Day That Was the Day

A distraught Ben finally meets with Management. In California, Balthus and Justin deal with the tragic undercurrents of their ministry. Stumpy and Rita Sue try to save their marriage. Samson must think fast when the law comes to the carnival.

2003-11-30 · 55 min
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Cast

Nick StahlNick StahlBen Hawkins
Michael J. AndersonMichael J. AndersonSamson
Clea DuVallClea DuVallSofie
Cynthia EttingerCynthia EttingerRita Sue Dreifuss
Carla GalloCarla GalloLibby Dreifuss
Adrienne BarbeauAdrienne BarbeauRuthie
Amy MadiganAmy MadiganIris Crowe
Debra ChristoffersonDebra ChristoffersonLila
Brian TurkBrian TurkGabriel
John Carroll LynchJohn Carroll LynchVarlyn Stroud
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