TV Series
Where to Watch Bates Motel (2013) in the US
- 2013–2017
- TV-MA
- 30m
- 5 seasons
- 8.1IMDb
Bates Motel is available with a subscription, free with a participating library card, or to buy in the United States.
Subscription
Free with a library card
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- Apple TV StoreHD43 minTV-MAStarts at$24.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
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- Fandango at HomeHD43 minTV-MAAudioEnglishStarts at$24.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
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Availability last checked Oct 8, 2026.
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- Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD).
- Watch the series free with a participating library card on The CW.
- Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
Seasons and episodes
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What it's about
"Bates Motel" is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film "Psycho," and gives a portrayal of how Norman Bates' (Freddie Highmore) psyche unravels through his teenage years. Fans discover the dark, twisted backstory of Norman Bates and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma (Vera Farmiga), truly is.
Cast and crew
- Writer
- Anthony Cipriano, Carlton Cuse, Kerry Ehrin
- Starring
- Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot
Details
- Release date
- Mar 18, 2013
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys. 6 wins & 67 nominations total
Where to Watch Bates Motel (2013) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Bates Motel in the United States?
- Bates Motel is available with a subscription, free with a participating library card, or to buy in the United States. Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD). Watch the series free with a participating library card on The CW. Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Bates Motel or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD). Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Bates Motel for free in the United States?
- Watch the series free with a participating library card on The CW.
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