The Institute (2025)
Kernel Score: 86% · 135 ratings
Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2025-07-13
Seasons: 1 · 8 episodes
Where to watch The Institute
- Stream: Fubo, Philo, MGM+, Spectrum On Demand
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When 14 year old genius Luke Ellis is kidnapped, he awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there the same way he did, and who are all possessed of unusual abilities. In a nearby town, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson has come looking to start a new life, but the peace and quiet won’t last, as his story and Luke’s are destined to collide.
The Institute parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Institute is a TV-MA psychological horror thriller about kidnapped children with special abilities.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Involves kidnapping and psychological horror elements surrounding imprisoned children.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Ben Barnes as Tim Jamieson
- Joe Freeman as Luke Ellis
- Simone Miller as Kalisha
- Fionn Laird as Nick Wilholm
- Hannah Galway as Wendy Gullickson
- Julian Richings as Stackhouse
- Robert Joy as Hendricks
- Martin Roach as Chief Ashworth
- Mary-Louise Parker as Ms. Sigsby
The Institute FAQ
Is The Institute good?
The Institute has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 135 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Institute?
In the US you can stream The Institute on Fubo, Philo, MGM+ and Spectrum On Demand.
Is The Institute OK for kids?
The Institute is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Institute is a TV-MA psychological horror thriller about kidnapped children with special abilities.
What shows are like The Institute?
If you liked The Institute, try Night Gallery, Triumph of Love, Girl from Nowhere and Severance.