The Time Traveler's Wife

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  • TV-MA
  • 2022
  • 1 Season
  • 7.7  (17,427)

The Time Traveler's Wife, based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Audrey Niffenegger, is a new drama series from HBO that takes viewers on a captivating and emotional journey through time. Starring Theo James and Rose Leslie, the show tells the story of a man named Henry DeTamble, who has a genetic disorder that causes him to time travel uncontrollably, and his wife Clare Abshire, who must learn to navigate life with a husband who is always disappearing and reappearing at different points in time.

The series is set in Chicago and follows the ups and downs of Henry and Clare's relationship, as they meet and fall in love at different stages of their lives. The show explores the impact that Henry's time travelling has on their relationship, as well as the lives of those around them. Viewers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, as they witness the couple's joys and struggles of trying to remain together, despite the obstacles that time travel puts in their way.

Theo James portrays Henry with a captivating sincerity, masterfully conveying the character's vulnerability and charm. His time-traveling frequently lands him in difficult situations and puts him in danger, making not only his life but the life of his loved ones unpredictable. James' performance perfectly captures the agony he endures every time he jumps through time, leaving behind the people and events that he is unable to change.

Rose Leslie plays Clare with a subtleness of emotion that is both captivating and heartbreaking. She must learn to cope with her husband's disorder and make sense of their complicated life together. Her performance is both honest and delicate, igniting an illuminating connection between Henry and Clare that is at the heart of the show.

Desmin Borges, Michael Park, Jaime Ray Newman, Kate Siegel, and Josh Stamberg, among others, round out a robust supporting cast that adds to the depth of the story and the complexity of its emotional weight. As Henry travels through time, he comes into contact with different versions of Clare and himself, which provides space for the supporting cast to explore their characters' relationships with the main characters and with each other.

The series' cinematography and score magnify the emotional impact of Henry's time-traveling. The use of lighting, color, and shadows, coupled with the beautiful and powerful score, creates an immersive experience for the viewers, enhancing the poignancy of the story's emotional moments while providing a captivating visual spectacle.

The Time Traveler's Wife is a mesmerizing drama bound to leave a lasting impression on its viewers. It is a poignant and captivating exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. The series captures the heart and soul of the novel that inspired it, delivering a touching and powerful tale of love that transcends the constraints of time. With its talented cast, compelling storyline, and masterful direction, The Time Traveler's Wife is a show that will leave you wanting more.

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Seasons
Episode Six
6. Episode Six
June 19, 2022
As his wedding with Clare approaches, an increasingly stressed Henry finds unexpected solace in his estranged father.
Episode Five
5. Episode Five
June 12, 2022
Despite all the years spent together in the clearing, Henry makes a complicated trip to Clare’s childhood home for the first time.
Episode Four
4. Episode Four
June 5, 2022
Clare invites Henry to a dinner party, but when it's crashed by another Henry, secrets are spilled. Meanwhile, Clare tries to make her 18th birthday perfect.
Episode Three
3. Episode Three
May 29, 2022
As Clare laments her linear lifetime and the unpredictability of her soulmate's appearances, a teenage Clare turns to Henry for help.
Episode Two
2. Episode Two
May 22, 2022
After a rocky "first" meeting, Henry and Clare attempt to reset with a second date, but she still struggles to rectify this version of Henry with the man she's known – and loved – all her life. To help her better understand the difference between this 28-year-old and the man she'll help him become, Henry takes Clare back to the most formative moment of his childhood.
Episode One
1. Episode One
May 15, 2022
Since she was young, Clare has had an imaginary friend - a kind and funny man, sometimes old, sometimes young, who appears in the woods behind her house and tells her tales of the future.
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  • Premiere Date
    May 15, 2022
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (17,427)