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The Mysterious Benedict Society
Saving the world one riddle at a time.
2021·2 Seasons·16 Episodes·★ 7.6
Four gifted orphans are recruited by an eccentric benefactor to go on a secret mission. Placed undercover at a boarding school known as The Institute, they must foil a nefarious plot with global ramifications, while creating a new sort of family along the way.
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A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
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Long-form commitment · 2 seasons
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Seasons
Season 1
8 episodes
2021
Season 2
8 episodes
2022
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