Series synopsis
The Baxters is an American drama family television series that premiered on Prime Video on March 27, 2024. It ended on March 27, 2024. It was created by Karen Kingsbury, Roma Downey. It stars Ted McGinley, Ali Cobrin, Masey McLain and Josh Plasse.
Based on Karen Kingsbury's Redemption novel series, Elizabeth and John Baxter and their five adult children go through various life learning journeys. The strength of family bonds will be tested time and time again. Love and their evangelical Christian faith allow them to find each other.
Premise
Based on Karen Kingsbury's Redemption novel series, Elizabeth and John Baxter and their five adult children go through various life learning journeys. The strength of family bonds will be tested time and time again. Love and their evangelical Christian faith allow them to find each other.
Premise: The love they share. The secrets they keep.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Ted McGinley as John Baxter
- Ali Cobrin as Kari Baxter
- Masey McLain as Ashley Baxter
- Josh Plasse as Luke Baxter
- Roma Downey as Elizabeth Baxter
- Emily Peterson as Brooke Baxter-West
- Cassidy Gifford as Reagan Peters
- Reilly Anspaugh as Erin Hogan
Supporting cast
- Jake Allyn as Ryan Taylor
- Orel De La Mota as Landon Blake
- Brandon Hirsch as Tim Jacobs
- Kai Caster as Dirk Bennett
Guest cast
- Loren Escandon as Pastor Mariana
- Jake Ferree as Sam Hogan
- Jaclyn Chantel as Erika
- Alexa Sutherland as Lori Callahan
- Asher Morrissette as Cole Baxter
- Eve Sigall as Irvel
- Doug Hurley as Peter West
- Kay Benjamin as Helen
- Betsy Moore as Belinda
- Valarie Pettiford as Diane
- Damien Leake as Pastor Mark
- Mason Blomberg as Cole Baxter
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 34 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | March 27, 2024 | March 27, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 12 | March 27, 2024 | March 27, 2024 |
| Season 3 | 12 | March 26, 2024 | March 27, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Under the Surface A celebratory Mother's Day for the Baxter family's matriarch, Elizabeth, is disrupted when one of her daughters, Kari, discovers a shocking revelation about her husband, Tim. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 2 |
Homecoming Looking for comfort from family and friends, Kari moves back home with her parents. Tim looks to deepen his relationship with Angela. While at home, Kari learns that her first love, Ryan, has moved back to town. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 3 |
Irreconcilable Differences Dirk confronts Angela about her affair. Tim attempts to give Kari divorce paperwork, but Elizabeth intercepts it. Determined to save her marriage, Kari reveals an unexpected truth to Tim that could change their lives forever. |
March 27, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Blank Canvas Kari visits Tim's grave with their three-month-old daughter, Jessie. Ashley takes advice from Elizabeth and Erica regarding a job interview. John and Brooke fight to save the life of a close family friend. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 2 |
The Easy Part Elizabeth and Erin finish the new nursery. Ashley starts her new job, but a troublesome manager makes her first day difficult. Luke and Reagan discuss meeting Reagan’s family. Back at the hospital, Landon continues to fight for his life. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 3 |
Erin's Birthday The Baxters prepare for Erin's birthday party. Now that Landon has miraculously recovered, he and Ashley have a difficult conversation. Kari and Ryan are in regular contact, while Erin and her husband Sam share unexpected news at the birthday party. |
March 27, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
New Beginnings John and Elizabeth sell their house. Kari prepares for Jessie's first birthday. Ashley misses Landon, who is battling fires in California. Luke is living with Lori, but it's trouble in paradise for the young couple. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 2 |
Cautionary Tale Landon spends time with Reagan in the hospital. Kari goes wedding dress shopping. Ashley moves forward with painting and looks for opportunities out West. Luke's life unravels, and John meets a Vietnam veteran who shares a valuable lesson. |
March 27, 2024 |
| 3 |
A Sisters Trip With the pressures of planning a wedding mounting, Kari joins Ashley on her trip to California. Landon spends time with Reagan as she struggles to cope with being a single mom. Pregnant and scared to tell Luke the truth, Lori reaches out for help. |
March 27, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 27, 2024 |
| Last aired | March 27, 2024 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |