Fair rating?The Following· Season 1 · Episode 1
Pilot
Former FBI agent, Ryan Hardy is called out of retirement to track down Joe Carroll after he escapes from prison. Hardy works closely with an FBI team, which includes young, razor-sharp Mike Weston. The investigation also leads Hardy back to Claire Matthews, Carroll's ex-wife and the mother of the criminal's young son, Joey. Hardy soon discovers that Carroll has an ever-growing cult of followers.
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#1In Season 1of 15 rated episodes
#1All-timeof 45 rated episodes
+0.7vs season avgSeason 1 averages 6.6
2013First airedJanuary 21, 2013
Guest stars
John Lafayetteas Deputy Marshal Scott Turner
Billy Brownas Agent Troy Riley
Steve Monroeas Jordan "Jordy" Raines
Carissa Capobiancoas Linda
Melissa Ponzioas Det. Joan Garcia
Susan Waltersas Prosecutor
Michael Roarkas Detective Warren
Des Eppsas Student #1
Jessica Luzaas Sexy BrunetteMichelle Lias Female Reporter
Terrence Gibneyas Psychologist
Stephanie Leigh Schlundas AnnieCheri Christianas Woman
Jason Benjaminas Guard #1Crew
Marcos SiegaDirector
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