Series synopsis
Mind Games is an American drama comedy television series that premiered on ABC on February 25, 2014. It ended on September 30, 2014. It stars Steve Zahn, Christian Slater, Megalyn Echikunwoke and Gregory Marcel.
Clark and Ross Edwards are brothers and partners in a unique agency committed to solving clients’ problems using the hard science of psychological manipulation. Clark is a former professor and a world-renowned expert in the field of human behavior. He has a checkered history due to bipolar disorder, which sometimes results in quirky, manic episodes. His older brother Ross is a slick con man who spent time in prison. Each in their own way knows what makes people tick. Drawing from the most cuttin ...
Premise
Clark and Ross Edwards are brothers and partners in a unique agency committed to solving clients’ problems using the hard science of psychological manipulation. Clark is a former professor and a world-renowned expert in the field of human behavior. He has a checkered history due to bipolar disorder, which sometimes results in quirky, manic episodes. His older brother Ross is a slick con man who spent time in prison. Each in their own way knows what makes people tick. Drawing from the most cutting edge research in psychology, they can a tailor a plan to influence any situation. It’s a little bit science, a little bit con artistry plus a smattering of Jedi mind tricks. The brothers, along with their team of master manipulators are offering clients an alternative to fate.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Steve Zahn as Clark Edwards
- Christian Slater as Ross Edwards
- Megalyn Echikunwoke as Megan
- Gregory Marcel as Miles Hood
- Cedric Sanders as Latrell
- Jaime Ray Newman as Sam Gordon
Guest cast
- Wynn Everett as Claire Edwards
- Emma Dumont as Sofie
- Emily Alyn Lind as Della
- Ian Daniel McLaren as Chris Sanders
- Sterling Sulieman as Rush
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | February 25, 2014 | September 30, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot Clark, an expert in human behavior, and his brother Ross, a former con-artist recently out of prison, open a unique agency where they use psychological manipulation to help solve their client’s problems. In their first case, they attempt to help a mother whose young son is suffering from a heart condition by convincing the health insurance company’s head of claims to approve a previously denied experimental treatment. |
February 25, 2014 |
| 2 |
Asymmetric Dominance The team is hired by an executive at a consulting firm who’s been overlooked for a promotion she’s next in line for in place of a younger male candidate with less experience. Meanwhile, Ross is worried that Beth can’t keep their secret from the past and hires a con-woman pal to find out Beth’s real intentions with Clark. Later, Ross tries to call a truce with Claire but she still doesn’t trust his motives. |
March 4, 2014 |
| 3 |
Pet Rock When a promising, bright college student unexpectedly joins a cult, her parents desperately try to get her out and turn to Edwards and Associates for their expertise. Later, Claire uncovers Ross’ deceit with Clark and feels compelled to reveal the truth. However, when she sees how happy Clark is, she faces a crossroads. |
March 11, 2014 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ABC |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 25, 2014 |
| Last aired | September 30, 2014 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 22:00:00 |