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I Know This Much Is True

“You don't just give up on the people you love.”

Series Overview

The parallel lives of identical twin brothers Dominick and Thomas Birdsey in an epic story of betrayal, sacrifice and forgiveness set against the backdrop of 20th century America.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
HBO
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2020 – 2020

Premiered: Sat, May 9, 2020

Created By
Derek CianfranceDerek Cianfrance

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Jun 13, 2020

Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode Six”

A lifetime of animosity between Dominick and Ray spills over in public at an inopportune time. After an unexpected tragedy, Dominick seeks reconciliation with those he has hurt. Series finale.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2020-03-31

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Derek Cianfrance

Screenplay & Story

Wally Lamb

Original Score & Music

Harold Budd

Director of Photography

Jody Lee Lipes

Film Editing

Malcolm Jamieson, Jim Helton, Ron Patane

Producers

Derek Cianfrance, Mark Ruffalo, Glen Basner, Ben Browning, Anya Epstein

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Wally Lamb

Department Leadership Roster

Jody Lee Lipes

Jody Lee Lipes

Director of Photography

Kasia Walicka Maimone

Kasia Walicka Maimone

Costume Design

Malcolm Jamieson

Editor

Jim Helton

Editor

Ron Patane

Editor

Dean Palisch

Editor

Inbal Weinberg

Inbal Weinberg

Production Design

Jeffrey T. Bernstein

Producer

Harold Budd

Harold Budd

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

France (CNC)18

Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About I Know This Much Is True

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What is I Know This Much Is True about?

The parallel lives of identical twin brothers Dominick and Thomas Birdsey in an epic story of betrayal, sacrifice and forgiveness set against the backdrop of 20th century America.

How many seasons does I Know This Much Is True have?

I Know This Much Is True comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in I Know This Much Is True?

Key cast members in I Know This Much Is True include Mark Ruffalo, Melissa Leo, Rosie O'Donnell, Archie Panjabi, Kathryn Hahn.

Who created or directed I Know This Much Is True?

I Know This Much Is True was developed and directed by Derek Cianfrance.