The Outsider

The Serpent Queen

When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe in.

Mystery

Drama

Crime

Considered an immigrant, common and plain, Catherine de Medici is married into the 16th century French court as an orphaned teenager expected to bring a fortune in dowry and produce many heirs, only to discover that her husband is in love with an older woman, her dowry is unpaid and she’s unable to concieve. Yet, only with her intelligence and determination, she manages to keep her marriage alive and masters the bloodsport that is the monarchy better than anyone else, ruling France for 50 years.

	The OutsiderHBO · 2020	The Serpent QueenSTARZ · 2022
Current Buzz ScoreMay 7, 2026	1.2 #594	1.2 #596
1-Year Buzz ScoreDaily average	1.7 #508	1.4 #610
Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average	41.6 Jan 13 – Feb 11, 2020 #160	10.9 Aug 8 – Sep 6, 2024 #748

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