The essential episodes of Betrayal
Watch these 12 in order and you've got Betrayal — each pick states its reason.
- 01
When Sara meets an attorney named Jack, they both feel an immediate and undeniable attraction; Sara learns that her husband will be facing off with Jack in a high-profile murder case.
- 02
... Except When a Bear is Chasing You
Still reeling from the discovery of who Jack really is, Sara decides to recommit herself to her marriage. Meanwhile, Jack comes face to face with Sara's husband, Drew, in the murder investigation that has shaken the Karsten family to its core.
- 03
Hot, heart-racing fantasies throw Sara off balance as she attempts to resist the powerful pull of her affair with Jack. As Drew tries to get to the bottom of Lou's murder, he has a heated face off against Jack in court for T.J.'s bail hearing. Reeling from her husband's death, Connie fears for her own life, and with good reason. Meanwhile, Thatcher tangles with Jack about past recriminations and guilt surrounding T.J.'s car accident years ago
- 04
... That is Not What Ships Are Built For
Drew confronts Sara about her recent whereabouts, but does he already know about Jack? And with the hold on his kingdom beginning to slip, Karsten resorts to unsavory tactics in an attempt to stay in power. Meanwhile, TJ tries to find his independence, even if it means running with the wrong crowd.
- 05
... The Things That Drive Men Crazy
Sara's concern about Jack's and her relationship being exposed intensifies. Jack makes a difficult confession that leaves him vulnerable and exposed, but brings him closer to Sara than ever. Meanwhile, Drew obsessively tries to find out what his wife's been up to
- 06
... We're Not Going to Baileys Harbor
Neither Sara nor Jack's families will ever be the same after Drew's discovery of the affair. As Sara and Jack attempt to navigate their newly fractured relationships with their spouses and children, Elaine seeks support from an unlikely source. Meanwhile, a despondent Drew discovers information that could reopen Lou Mrozeks murder investigation, and Zarek, anxious to please Karsten, resorts to drastic measures to deal with Brandy
- 07
TJ becomes reckless after a traumatic event leaves him unable to cope. His predicament forces Karsten to confront his past and take drastic measures in the present. Meanwhile, as Valerie and Victor celebrate their birthday, Jack realizes he's become disconnected from his family. Sara and Drew struggle with the new dynamic at home and how it impacts their son
- 08
Jack takes Sara on a romantic road trip even though the FBI is hot on his trail. Meanwhile, T.J.'s behavior goes from reckless to dangerous as he struggles to deal with Brandy's death and find his place at his father's company; and Karsten finds an unlikely ally to settle a score with Jack.
- 09
Elaine and Aidan struggle with defining their relationship as they continue to get to know each other. Jack takes a big step in his relationship with Sara but it may all be for naught as the murder investigation looms. Karsten continues to whisper in Drew's ear about Lou Mrozek's murder, while Drew's reignited interest in the case leads to a shocking result
- 10
The truth about Lou's murder becomes clearer in the wake of Jack's confession, which shocks the McAllister and Karsten families with the fear that he might go to prison. Meanwhile, Sara searches for evidence to clear her lover's name by revisiting their past.
- 11
Sharper Than a Serpent's Tooth...
Old habits are hard to break for Sara and Drew, but Jack and Elaine struggle with a turbulent time with their kids. Meanwhile, Drew and Jack form an unlikely alliance to work together against Karsten.
- 12
Sara's survival is in doubt after being shot, which forces intense reflection by her family and Jack's as they ponder what comes next.
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