The OA

Synopsis

The OA is a mystery drama TV series created by Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij. It follows the story of a young blind woman named Prairie Johnson who reappears after being missing for seven years with her sight restored. As Prairie tries to reintegrate into her former life, she tells a group of five strangers her incredible story about her time in another dimension. The show explores themes of trauma, identity, belief, and the power of storytelling. With its intricate plot twists and thought-provoking narrative, The OA keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, questioning reality and the nature of human existence.

Cast

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  Brit Marling

  OA / Nina Azarova

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  Jason Isaacs

  Dr. Hunter 'Hap' Percy

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  Emory Cohen

  Homer Roberts

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  Kingsley Ben-Adir

  Karim Washington

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  Phyllis Smith

  Elizabeth 'Betty' Broderick-Allen

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  Patrick Gibson

  Steve Winchell

Reviews

The OA has received mixed reviews from critics and viewers alike. While some praised the show for its ambitious storytelling and unique blend of science fiction and mysticism, others found it to be overly convoluted and pretentious. Rotten Tomatoes gave The OA a rating of 73% based on 51 reviews, with critics praising Brit Marling's performance and the show's originality. On the other hand, IMDb users rated the show 7.8/10, with many viewers appreciating the show's creativity but criticizing its slow pacing. Metacritic gave The OA a score of 61 out of 100, indicating 'mixed or average' reviews. Despite the polarizing opinions, The OA's intriguing premise and complex characters have sparked engaging discussions among fans and critics.