Max Cady exits prison after seventeen years. He targets defense lawyers Anna and Tom Bowden. The vengeful exoneree orchestrates a horrific physical assault on their family. The Bowden's face total destruction.

Anna Bowden and Tom Bowden scramble to understand Zack's trauma. Max Cady inserts himself deeper into their lives. Hidden connections surface. The family's safety, secrets, and sanity come under increasing pressure.

Max requests Anna represent him at a hearing. Tom has a coworker visit, and Natalie befriends someone.

Anna leans on Max to help with a new client. Natalie and Amber get closer. Zack offers an apology.