Ep 19. Devan & Rylan

Devan & Rylan are the focus of the 19th episode of the fourth season of Catfish: The TV Show. In this episode, hosts Nev Schulman and Max Joseph take on the case of two young men who have been chatting with one another for over a year, but have yet to meet in person.

Devan is a 19-year-old college student from Oklahoma who is openly gay and has been chatting with a guy named Rylan for over a year now. Rylan is also 19 and lives in Seattle, but he has never been willing to video chat or meet Devan in person, citing various excuses such as being busy with school or having financial difficulties.

Despite never having met in person, Devan has fallen head over heels for Rylan and is convinced that they are meant to be together. He has even gone so far as to make plans to move to Seattle to be closer to Rylan. However, Max and Nev are concerned that Devan may be getting catfished and that Rylan may not be who he says he is.

As they dig deeper into the mystery surrounding Rylan, Max and Nev discover that there are several inconsistencies in his story. They find out that Rylan has been using fake pictures and lying about his age, and that he may not be the person he claims to be.

Throughout the course of the episode, Max and Nev work diligently to get to the bottom of the deception and help Devan uncover the truth about Rylan. As they track down leads and interview people close to Rylan, they begin to piece together a picture of a troubled young man who may be struggling with his own identity.

Ultimately, the truth behind Rylan's identity is revealed in a dramatic confrontation that leaves Devan reeling. Despite the shocking revelations, Devan is grateful for the help of Max and Nev and is able to move forward with a better understanding of himself and what he wants out of life.

Overall, this episode of Catfish: The TV Show is a powerful exploration of the complexities of online relationships and the dangers of getting too attached to someone you've never met in person. It is a cautionary tale about the importance of being honest with oneself and others in all aspects of life.