Plot — What is Bates Motel about?
A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 2013 |
| Genre | Drama, Crime, Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 5 (50 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 80% (8.0/10, 1,824 votes) |
Bates Motel — FAQ
Is Bates Motel worth watching? Bates Motel holds a 8.0/10 rating from 1,824 viewers. A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. T
Who is behind Bates Motel? Created by Carlton Cuse, Kerry Ehrin, Anthony Cipriano.
Who is in the cast of Bates Motel? It stars Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot, Olivia Cooke, Nestor Carbonell.
Where can I stream Bates Motel? You can stream Bates Motel on VI movies and tv. Availability may vary by region.
When did Bates Motel release? It first aired in 2013.
