Ep 1. Sugarwood

In Ozark season 1 episode 1, titled "Sugarwood," we are introduced to Marty Byrde, a financial planner and family man who also secretly works as a money launderer for a drug cartel. When his dealings with the cartel go wrong, Marty is forced to move his family to the Ozarks in Missouri in order to launder $8 million in three months.

Along with his wife, Wendy, and their two children, Marty starts a new life in the rural town of Osage Beach. However, his presence in the area is soon noticed by Ruth Langmore, a young local criminal who demands a cut of Marty's money in order to keep his operation a secret.

Marty also finds himself at odds with local businessman Jacob Snell, who claims ownership over much of the land and water surrounding the Ozarks. While Marty tries to navigate his new environment and keep his family safe, tensions continue to rise as he faces threats from both the cartel and the locals.

As the episode progresses, we see glimpses of Marty's past and learn more about his connection to the cartel. He also meets with a local real estate agent named Rachel, who seems to have connections to both the cartel and the Snell family. Meanwhile, Wendy struggles to adjust to her new life and deal with the fallout of Marty's secret dealings.

Overall, "Sugarwood" sets the stage for a tense and dramatic season as Marty attempts to navigate the dangerous world of organized crime and keep his family safe in the process. The episode introduces a number of compelling characters and complex plot threads, setting the stage for what promises to be an intense and gripping season.