Swimming with Sharks

Synopsis

When Lou Simms starts her internship at Fountain Pictures she seems like a naïve Hollywood newcomer, awestruck by the studio’s notorious CEO, Joyce Holt. In truth, Lou has done extensive research on Joyce and landing this internship was no happy accident. As Lou’s obsession grows, she will do anything to get close to her idol.

First Air Date: 2022-04-15

Last Air Date: 2022-04-15

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Created By: Kathleen Robertson

Networks: The Roku Channel

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Top Cast

Kiernan Shipka as Lou Simms
Diane Kruger as Joyce Holt
Donald Sutherland as Redmond
Thomas Dekker as Travis
Finn Jones as Marty
Erica Alexander as Meredith
Ross Butler as Alex
Gerardo Celasco as Miles
Courtlyn Cannan as Matilda

Seasons

Season 1 (2022)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Chapter One (2022-04-15)

Fresh-faced Lou Simms seems like a naïve Hollywood newbie when she starts interning for studio CEO Joyce Holt. Aotivated by a dark obsession with Holt, Lou quickly proves herself capable of holding her own.
Ep. 2: Chapter Two (2022-04-15)

Lou is on the outs, until her after-hours overachieving yields fruitful resultsa An anticipated power transfer doesn’t go as planned. As Lou’s star rises, things don’t go as well for her co-workers.
Ep. 3: Chapter Three (2022-04-15)

Lou gets promoted in the wake of tragedy, and Travis grows suspicious of her. The Fountain Pictures executives exchange barbs, and Joyce’s dreams of motherhood hang in the balance.
Ep. 4: Chapter Four (2022-04-15)

Facing personal losses, a vulnerable Joyce relies on Lou’s care; they escape to Malibu, and Lou incites Joyce’s sexual explorations. Back at the office, Lou’s schemes make her even more indispensable.
Ep. 5: Chapter Five (2022-04-15)

Joyce struggles for control, both personally and professionally. Lou masterminds an unbreakable bond between Joyce and herself. Travis digs into Lou’s past, uncovering dark secrets, and darker deeds.
Ep. 6: Chapter Six (2022-04-15)

The revelation of her deception and obsession sends Lou into a tailspin. Lou recalls her tragic upbringing, while Joyce distances herself and focuses on her career.