The HBO dark comedy series DTF St. Louis continues its weekly run, and fans are preparing for the sixth episode. With the show’s first season moving toward its final episodes, Episode 6 carries significant weight for the ongoing murder mystery.
Created by Steven Conrad, the show follows Clark Forrest (Jason Bateman) and Floyd Smernitch (David Harbour), two friends whose decision to use a hookup app leads to a death. The series has steadily built tension through its seven-episode arc, and the upcoming installment promises to push the story further.
Episode 6 Release Time and Streaming Details
DTF St. Louis Episode 6 will air on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 9 PM Eastern Time / 6 PM Pacific Time on HBO. For viewers who prefer streaming, the episode will be available on HBO Max at the same time. The release follows the show’s consistent weekly schedule, which began with the premiere on March 1.
For audiences outside the United States, the release schedule differs by one day. In the United Kingdom, Episode 6 arrives on Sky Atlantic and NOW on Monday, April 6, 2026. This matches the pattern set throughout the season, where UK viewers get new episodes the day after the US broadcast.
The first season consists of seven episodes total, meaning only one installment will remain after Episode 6. The finale is scheduled for April 12, 2026, on HBO and HBO Max.
What to Expect in Episode 6
The sixth episode carries the official title “The Denny’s Plan.” According to information from HBO’s press materials, the episode focuses on Carol Floyd (Linda Cardellini) as she faces a personal crisis.
Carol, who is Floyd’s widow, loses her confidence in this episode. The official synopsis states: “Carol Floyd loses her confidence, so Clark helps her through the DTF app.” This suggests Clark steps in to assist Carol using the same app that started the chain of events leading to Floyd’s death.
The episode title “The Denny’s Plan” hints at a specific strategy or meeting location that will play a role in the plot. The development continues the show’s focus on how the characters’ choices on the app affect their lives.
The Detective Investigation
Throughout the season, detectives Homer (Richard Jenkins) and Jodie (Joy Sunday) have been investigating Floyd’s death. Their working relationship has evolved from initial tension to a more collaborative approach. Episode 6 is expected to show more progress in their case.
Jenkins previously described his character’s perspective, explaining that Homer sees the world as less complex than it actually is. “The world is more complex than Homer sees it. He learns that. Issues are more complex, the suburbs are more complex, murder is more complex, and it’s kind of a shame that he spent all his life coming to these conclusions that are wrong,” Jenkins said in an interview.
Sunday spoke about her character’s approach to the investigation, noting that Jodie focuses on the truth rather than ego. “Jodie isn’t necessarily just exerting her ego; she’s focusing on the truth, and so she doesn’t allow Homer’s doubt to be an obstacle,” Sunday explained. “She searches for the truth and gets results.”
How to Catch Up Before Episode 6
All previous episodes remain available on HBO Max for streaming. The first five episodes cover the setup of the murder, the introduction of the central love triangle, and the detectives’ growing list of questions about what really happened to Floyd.
Episode 1, titled “Cornhole,” introduced Clark and Floyd as coworkers. Clark worked as a weatherman while Floyd served as his sign language interpreter. Their decision to try the DTF St. Louis app came from shared dissatisfaction with their marriages. The series premiere ended with Floyd found dead in a swimming pool changing room.
Subsequent episodes revealed more about the relationship between Clark and Carol, Floyd’s wife. Episode 5, which aired on March 29, continued building the case and showing how the detectives pieced together evidence.
Cast and Episode Count
The main cast includes Jason Bateman as Clark Forrest, David Harbour as Floyd Smernitch, Linda Cardellini as Carol Smernitch-Love, Richard Jenkins as Detective Homer, and Joy Sunday as Detective Plumb. Peter Sarsgaard and Wynn Everett also appear in supporting roles.
The series runs for a total of seven episodes, each approximately 45 minutes long. Steven Conrad, who directed The Pursuit of Happyness and created the series Patriot, developed the show based on a 2017 true crime article in The New Yorker.
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Viewer Information for Global Audiences
For viewers in Canada, the episode airs on HBO and HBO Max at the same time as the US broadcast. Australian viewers can watch on Binge or Foxtel with the episode available on Monday, April 6, 2026, due to time zone differences. Indian audiences can stream the series through JioCinema, where episodes are available shortly after the US broadcast.
The show carries a mature rating for its content, which includes adult situations and language. The title “DTF” refers to a commonly used phrase in dating app culture.
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