For those of you who are unfamiliar with A&E’s new series Bates Motel, it’s basically a modern prequel to the classic horror film Psycho. It gives us insights into Norman Bates’ childhood, his relationship with his mother, and how he turned into the famous psychopath that we all know and love. Bates Motel premieres on A&E on March 18th. To help get you into the mood for Norman’s sinister backstory, we have the first 6 minutes of the pilot episode for you all, enjoy!
A&E Network will premiere the new original scripted drama series Bates Motel from executive producers Carlton Cuse (Lost) and Kerry Ehrin (Friday Night Lights) on Monday, March 18th, at 10 PM ET/PT. Bates Motel is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film Psycho and promises to give viewers an intimate portrayal of how Norman Bates’ psyche unravels through his teenage years. Fans will have access to the dark, twisted backstory of Norman Bates and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma, truly is.
Bates Motel stars Academy Award nominee Vera Farmiga (Up in the Air, The Departed), Freddie Highmore (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Finding Neverland), Max Thieriot (Disconnect), Olivia Cooke (Blackout), and Nicola Peltz (The Last Airbender). Season One also co-stars Nestor Carbonell (Lost, The Dark Knight Rises) and Mike Vogel (Pan Am).
