Plot Synopsis

Based on Thomas Perry's 2017 book of the same name, THE OLD MAN is a seven-episode drama series that centers on Dan Chase, who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since. When an assassin arrives and tries to take Chase out, the old operative learns that to ensure his future he now must reconcile his past. With Dan Chase flushed out of hiding, the FBI's Assistant Director for Counterintelligence Harold Harper is called on to hunt him down because of his complicated past with the rogue fugitive. Working alongside Harper is his protege Angela Adams and CIA Special Agent Raymond Waters. When Chase proves to be more difficult to apprehend than the authorities expected, Julian Carson, a highly trained special ops contractor, is sent to pursue him as well. While on the run, Chase rents a room from Zoe McDonald who draws on reserves she never knew she had in order to survive the day when she learns the truth about her new tenant. The first two episodes debuted on Thursday, June 16, 2022:

"I" (Thursday, June 16, 2022 from 10-11:25pm): When Dan Chase's past catches up to him, he must flee the town he's called home for three decades. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Jon Watts.

"II" (Thursday, June 16, 2022 from 11:25pm-12:55am): Chase finds a temporary hideout, but Harold Harper and the authorities are still after him. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Jon Watts.

"III" (Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10pm): Forced to flee, Chase finally tells Zoe the truth about his past, but it might be too late. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Greg Yaitanes.

"IV" (Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 10pm): Both Chase and Harper try to move forward with their plans, but their choices backfire. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Greg Yaitanes.

"V" (Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 10pm): Chase and Harper face decisive tests. Zoe finds a new path forward as old stories resurface. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Zetna Fuentes.

"VI" (Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 10pm): Chase and Zoe enter the lion's den. As Harper ends one partnership another begins. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Jet Wilkinson.

"VII" (Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 10pm): Chase is forced to face the consequences for his past choices. Harper learns an impossible truth. Written by Jonathan E. Steinberg & Robert Levine; directed by Jet Wilkinson.

One month earlier -- on Monday, June 27, 2022 -- FX announced it renewed THE OLD MAN for a second season.