What happens when your worst enemy is the only person who can help you? In Ontwaak, the story revolves around Melissa Human, a psychiatrist who starts working at Noordlig, a home for extremely dangerous patients. But behind the high walls, more than just patients await her. She discovers a sinister cult, Horisonne, that has taken in her daughter, and is led by her ex-fiancé. To save her daughter, Melissa must cross her own boundaries and rely on a brilliant serial killer. However, every answer leads to a new danger; every choice has a price. This is not just a fight against a cult – it’s a fight against the darkest depths of the self.
Ontwaak (Season 1)
Episode 1 (Episode 1) 10.0
Air date: 2026-07-14
Runtime: 54 min
Episode 2 (Episode 2) 9.0
Air date: 2026-07-14
Runtime: 57 min
Episode 3 (Episode 3) 10.0
Air date: 2026-07-21
Overview: A year later, Alwyn is on the run. Adri’s ex-boyfriend joins a new cult. A brutal murder points to Alwyn Bekker’s return, and Melissa confronts old feelings.
Episode 4 (Episode 4) 10.0
Air date: 2026-07-28
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: There is only one question: who is Alwyn Bekker? The dark background of Alwyn Bekker.
Episode 5 (Episode 5) 8.0
Air date: 2026-08-04
Runtime: 61 min
Overview: Melissa has second thoughts as a new cult, Canaan, emerges. Gideon falls deeper into its grip. Adri learns shocking news, and a politician approaches a dangerous prisoner.
Episode 6 (Episode 6) 9.0
Air date: 2026-08-11
Overview: Adri infiltrates the Cult to rescue Gideon. Melissa seeks answers from a manipulative prisoner. A coma patient awakens with chilling truths.
Episode 7 (Episode 7) 9.0
Air date: 2026-08-18
Overview: A desperate escape attempt fails. Melissa arms herself for a final battle. A long-hidden conspiracy is exposed, causing chaos.
Episode 8 (Episode 8) 10.0
Air date: 2026-08-25
Overview: Alwyn takes on Kanaan. A dangerous ritual turns into a sacrifice and reaches a critical point just as the police move in. A shocking betrayal changes everything.
Seasons
Episodes 8