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After 19 years on Death Row, Daniel Holden is suddenly released. Senator Foulkes plots to reopen the case. From the producers of Breaking Bad.

Can Daniel make it on the outside? His mother asks him to help her redo the kitchen, he explains his perceptions to Jon and calls on Amantha at her new place - they go for a walk. He buys a gift at a bookstore, calls Tawney, and walks to a cemetery. Jon listens to Daniel's confession, Senator Foulkes calls on the D.A., someone puts a cherry bomb in Ted and Janet's mailbox, Ted Jr. cleans off his trousers, death row loses a resident, and Trey gets an idea where George might be.

Daniel goes for a walk; Amantha and his attorney, Jon, go looking for him. Amantha wants to continue her affair with Jon, who thinks that's dangerous. Ted Jr. takes Daniel to lunch and levels with him about the family business; later, at a driving range, Daniel tells Ted Jr. a story about prison. At a family bar-b-que, Tawney and Daniel talk, and there may be trouble between Tawney and Ted Jr. Marcy gives Senator Foulkes a tip, and Ted Jr. gives Daniel something, thinking it might engage him.

Daniel rediscovers his teen self, first through clothes and music in the attic, then with Jared at a skateboard park. Senator Foulkes bestows his nasty smile and threats on Jon, he calls on the trial's defense attorney, he talks to Jared about vile texts the boy has received, he and Amantha head to the next county for a beer, then they go to an unlikely place in the woods. We meet the mother and brother of the teen girl Daniel was convicted of killing. With Ted Jr. out of town, Tawney drops by Daniel's with some monkey bread. Who's at risk?

It's the sixth day since Daniel's release. At 3 AM, he goes for a walk and hitches a ride with a quirky man who asks Daniel to help him pick up and deliver some goats. Is the man real? Ted Jr. returns from his conference to learn that Tawney has spent time with Daniel, who has decided to be saved. Ted Jr. drops the news on Amantha and her mom, then he spends a fruitless day putting tire-sale fliers on parked cars. Has Daniel embraced the Lord? Ted Jr.'s bitterness spills toward Daniel.

Women come at men. Jon calls on the local D.A. to talk about a retrial, and she bares her teeth. Daniel and his mother visit a big box store and, as they leave, they're ambushed by a TV reporter and her camera crew. Mother drops Daniel off at the church where Tawney works, and she sets about to bring him to embrace Christ. That evening, a woman who was a high-school classmate, sees Daniel looking in a bookstore window and offers him a haircut. Meanwhile, temptation knocks twice while Ted Jr. attends a tire-store conference, and the sheriff drops by Trey's house and asks about George. Trey's defensive.

Daniel's family fears he won't recover from his injuries and his attackers will escape justice. Judy Dean shows Bobby some unexpected affection. Ted, Jr. hides a shameful secret from his wife. Sheriff Daggett investigates Daniel's beating.

Amantha dreads the worst as she prepares for Daniel to awaken from his induced coma. Teddy's business plans are thwarted by his dad, and he gets some unwelcome news from Tawney. Jared learns more about his older brother and the late Hanna Dean.

Daniel encounters an unusual local entrepreneur; Amantha struggles with a new role; Ted, Sr.'s patience is tested; Tawney makes a decision.

Daniel considers his future as he faces a difficult decision. Amantha lets off some steam. Ted, Jr. is frustrated by recent events, while Tawney makes plans. Sheriff Daggett visits Benji Melton. Ted, Sr. takes steps to protect his family.

Daniel makes a startling decision, and Amantha is outraged and hurt when Janet defends his choice. Teddy asks a reluctant Tawney for a favor. Jon Stern gains a valuable insight into a client's case. Sheriff Daggett questions Bobby Dean.

A recovered Daniel explores Atlanta and enjoys a taste of big-city anonymity, while Amantha starts packing up her apartment. Tawney grows frustrated with Ted, Jr.'s ever-shifting moods, forcing him to seek understanding from an unexpected quarter.

Daniel mourns the death of someone from his past, but his appearance at the funeral fuels the fire against him. Tawney asks Ted, Jr. to keep a secret. When Amantha invites Jon Stern to a popular Paulie attraction, revelations ensue. As Janet's birthday approaches, Daniel and Jared try to tidy up the kitchen before the family party -- until Daniel is called away on a mysterious errand. Despite Janet's protests, her family makes a fuss over her on her special day -- and presents her with several surprising gifts.

Daniel continues to search for answers while Jon Stern has an enlightening conversation with D.A. Sondra Person. Senator Foulkes forces Sheriff Daggett to help him with an unpleasant task. Amantha bonds with a coworker at Thrifty Town.

Daniel reluctantly asks for help. Janet sees the error of her ways. Jon Stern reveals some startling news, triggering a heated family debate. Jared turns to Ted, Jr. and Tawney for comfort. CJ Pickens offers some unsettling information.

Daniel questions Jon Stern's advice. Tawney reconsiders her choices and Ted, Jr. asks a favor. Janet makes an upsetting discovery. Amantha levels with Jon Stern. Sheriff Daggett investigates a lead.

Daniel's family copes with his confession and imminent banishment. Ted, Jr. tries to connect with Tawney. Ted, Sr. confronts Daniel. Senator Foulkes brushes off DA Person's questions about Hanna's death. Sheriff Daggett finds George Melton.

Janet and Daniel go on a road trip; Tawney returns home; Jon regrets not helping Daniel more; Amantha has dinner with an unexpected companion.

Daniel struggles to adapt to his new circumstances while Amantha faces overwhelming personal changes and troubles at work. Tawney seeks solace and discovers uncertainty. Teddy tries to reconnect with Tawney.

Amantha endures a training seminar; Daniel faces new restrictions from his probation officer; Sheriff Daggett investigates the death of George Melton. (#19)

Daniel is forced to abandon his painting job after a visit from his probation officer; Janet loses her cool with Ted Sr.; Teddy forces Tawney to make a painful confession. (#20)

Daniel seeks to undo the damage he inflicted on the pool. Daggett questions him about Florida and reveals a surprising theory about George Melton's death. Tawney visits her former foster mother.

Daniel is navigating the complicated dynamics of group living at The New Canaan Project. His housemates, sensing his lack of connection, challenge him to engage, which leads him to seek counsel from the group leader.

Back in Paulie, the Holden/Talbot family adjusts to daily life without Daniel's catalyzing influence. Janet frets over Daniel's life away from home. Teddy and Tawney attempt to reconnect, while Amantha is confronted by someone from her past.

Daniel continues to adjust to group living which is further complicated by his new roommate. He expands his horizons by spending more time at the art co-op with Chloe. Meanwhile back in Paulie, Janet decides to plan a visit to Daniel.