The debut season of “Outcast” was never a ratings juggernaut. However, over time, the series developed a large enough cult following that was large enough to inspire a season 2, albeit, one which premiered overseas before making its return to Cinemax this summer. A horror/drama hybrid that relies heavily on themes of possession and exorcism, all within the confines of an isolated small town, it swiftly establishes its eerie tone, a capable effort that further brings horror to television.

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Anyone else forget that Cinemax was a channel you probably have? And that they had their own original content? Well, “Outcast” is coming back to remind you of just that. If you forgot about it (or are only just learning of its existence now), that’s okay. The show quietly premiered almost exactly two years ago in 2016 and the second season has already aired across the pond.

“Outcast” is based on the Robert Kirkman (aka the guy who created “The Walking Dead“) comics of the same name and, turns out, the first season was actually pretty good.

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Once upon a time — but not so long ago — the end of May saw television more or less shut down for the summer months. The traditional broadcast season was over, people were more interested in being outside or going to the movies, and the TV biz mostly just focused on preparing for the Emmys and the new season in September.

But so much has changed in the TV business in the last few years, and with the proliferation of new outlets, networks and streaming services, and the ability to watch a show at basically any time you want, television has become a year-round phenomenon.

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Watch: Nicolas Cage Is The White Ghost In New Trailer For 'Outcast' With Hayden Christensen

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Casting: Garrett Hedlund & Michael Pena Declare 'War On Everyone,' Matthew Goode Heads To 'Downton Abbey' & More

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Watch: Nicolas Cage & Hayden Christensen Go To Ancient China In Trailer For 'Outcast'

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