Homecoming (2018)
A gripping psychological drama where buried secrets, erased memories, and corporate conspiracy collide in a story that refuses to let go.
Homecoming - Series Information
- Original Title: Homecoming
- First Air Year: 2018
- Last Air Year: 2020
- Created by: Sam Esmail, Micah Bloomberg et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 32 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 17
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Spanish
- First Air Date: November 1, 2018 (United States - TV-MA), November 1, 2018 (Canada - 18+), November 1, 2018 (United Kingdom - 15), November 1, 2018 (Germany - 16), November 1, 2018 (France - 18), November 1, 2018 (Australia - M), November 1, 2018 (Brazil - 12), November 1, 2018 (Mexico - B), November 1, 2018 (Spain - 18), November 1, 2018 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Prime Video
- Alternative Titles: Возвращение (RU)
- Production Companies: Red Om Films, Anonymous Content, Esmail Corp, UCP, Amazon Studios, Gimlet Media
- Production Countries: United States of America
Homecoming - Plot
Heidi Bergman is a caseworker at Homecoming, a Geist Group facility helping soldiers transition to civilian life. Years later she has started a new life, living with her mother and working as a waitress, when a Department of Defense auditor questions why she left the Homecoming facility. Heidi quickly realizes that there's a whole other story behind the story she's been telling herself.
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Homecoming - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Sam Esmail
- Micah Bloomberg
- Eli Horowitz
Main Cast
- Stephan James
- Alex Karpovsky
- Bobby Cannavale
- Hong Chau
- Julia Roberts
- Shea Whigham
- Sissy Spacek
- Janelle Monáe
- Chris Cooper
- Ayden Mayeri
Executive Producers
- Sam Esmail
- Julia Roberts
- Matt Lieber
- Micah Bloomberg
- Eli Horowitz
Homecoming - FAQs
Is Homecoming based on a true story?
Homecoming is not based on a true story. It is adapted from the fictional podcast of the same name created by Eli Horowitz and Micah Bloomberg, which originally aired on Gimlet Media in 2016. The story of a secret government facility manipulating veterans is entirely fictional.
Why did Julia Roberts leave Homecoming in Season 2?
Julia Roberts did not return as the lead for Season 2 due to scheduling conflicts. Janelle Monáe stepped in as the new lead, playing a different character named Jackie Calico. Roberts made a brief appearance in Season 2, maintaining some continuity with the first season's storyline.
Where can you stream Homecoming online?
Homecoming is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, including via Prime Video with Ads. It can also be purchased digitally on Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Both seasons are currently available on the platform.
Who are the main actors in Homecoming?
Season 1 stars Julia Roberts as Heidi Bergman alongside Stephan James, Bobby Cannavale, Shea Whigham, Alex Karpovsky, and Sissy Spacek. Season 2 features Janelle Monáe as the new lead, with Hong Chau, Chris Cooper, and Bobby Cannavale also returning.
How many seasons and episodes does Homecoming have?
Homecoming ran for 2 seasons with a total of 17 episodes. Season 1 consists of 10 episodes and Season 2 contains 7 episodes. The series concluded in 2020 and is not expected to return for additional seasons.
What is Homecoming about?
Homecoming follows Heidi Bergman, a caseworker at a Geist Group facility designed to help veterans reintegrate into civilian life. When a government auditor later questions her departure, she uncovers a disturbing conspiracy involving memory manipulation that challenges everything she believed about her own past.
Did Homecoming win any awards?
Homecoming received strong critical acclaim and earned several award nominations. Julia Roberts received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Series for Season 1. The series was also recognized for Sam Esmail's distinctive directorial style, which drew widespread praise from critics and industry peers.
What is the content rating for Homecoming?
Homecoming is rated TV-MA, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains adult themes including psychological manipulation, government conspiracy, and scenes that may be unsuitable for viewers under 17. Parental discretion is strongly advised.
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