Institute
A horror that scares not with ghosts, but with the realistic cruelty of those who consider themselves the saviors of humanity — and proves that even a 14-year-old genius can retain the strength of spirit necessary for escape under torture.
MGM+ will release "Institute" in the summer of 2025 — an adaptation of Stephen King's novel, which has become one of the most anticipated horror projects of the year. The premiere on July 13 opens the story of Luke Ellis — a 14-year-old genius with telekinesis, who is kidnapped from his home after his parents are murdered and locked in a secret institution where children with "The Shining" are subjected to brutal experiments.
The series operates on two timelines: the children in the Institute (led by Mary-Louise Parker as the cruel Miss Sigsbey) and former police officer Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) in the neighboring town, whose fates will inevitably intersect. The tone is claustrophobic and psychologically tense: there are no vampire monsters, only people willing to torture children for the sake of "science." The format of 8 episodes in the first season (already renewed for a second) allows for a deeper exploration of the mechanisms of trauma and resistance than in the book.
If you watched "It" and appreciated the child brotherhood against evil, or "The Shining" for its supernatural abilities — "Institute" will offer a mix: children with paranormal powers against an organization that is worse than any supernatural monster. For comparison with other King adaptations, see "Mr. Mercedes" or "11.22.63."
Renewed for a second season, date to be confirmed. The action will take place after the events of the book.
8 episodes of 55 minutes each.
Yes, the children have variations of "The Shining" — psychic abilities from King's universe.
In the book and series, there are different zones — first, the children are "trained" in the front, then sent to the back for more brutal experiments.
No, rated 16+ due to psychological violence and traumatic scenes with children.