The Rainmaker continues its first season with episode 6 airing on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 10 PM Eastern Time and Pacific Time on the USA Network. This legal drama, based on John Grisham’s popular novel, follows young lawyer Rudy Baylor as he fights for justice in a complex wrongful death case. Episode 6 will stream on Peacock one week later on September 26, 2025. Viewers in Australia can watch it on Stan on September 20, 2025, while Canadian audiences can access it via CTV or Crave on September 21, 2025.
The series stars Milo Callaghan as Rudy Baylor, a recent law school graduate who joins a small law firm after losing his job at a prestigious company. He works with his boss Bruiser Stone, played by Lana Parrilla, and paralegal Deck Shifflet, played by P. J. Byrne. Rudy faces off against powerful lawyer Leo Drummond, played by John Slattery, and his law school girlfriend Sarah Plankmore, played by Madison Iseman. The show explores two connected conspiracies involving the death of a client’s son.
Episode 5 Recap And Major Developments
The fifth episode of The Rainmaker left several characters in difficult situations. Rudy Baylor defied his boss Bruiser by reporting nurse Melvin Pritcher to the police without solid evidence. This decision led Bruiser to fire Rudy from her law firm. Meanwhile, Sarah Plankmore succeeded in her first court hearing for Tinley Britt, gaining trust from her superiors. Melvin Pritcher, a nurse with dark intentions, attacked Jackie and Amber while trying to recover hidden files. Kelly Riker, Rudy’s neighbor, was hospitalized after her abusive husband beat her.
Rudy’s relationship with Sarah became more strained due to their opposing roles in the case. The hearing ended in favor of Sarah’s firm, creating more challenges for Rudy and his team. Deck Shifflet and Rudy discovered that Melvin Pritcher targeted addicts like his mother and Donny Ray, the deceased client. Jackie’s attempt to escape Melvin failed, leading to Amber being in a coma. Rudy also shared moments with Kelly in the hospital, hinting at a growing connection between them.
What To Expect In Episode 6
Episode 6 of The Rainmaker will continue to explore the fallout from previous events. Rudy Baylor must deal with being fired from Bruiser’s firm while his bar exam results remain unknown. His future as a lawyer is uncertain, but he is expected to continue defending his client despite the obstacles. Sarah Plankmore will face new temptations during a trip to London with Leo Drummond and Brad Noonan. Her loyalty may be tested as she climbs the career ladder at Tinley Britt.
Melvin Pritcher’s storyline will likely focus on his actions after capturing Jackie again. His dark intentions and involvement in Donny Ray’s death could be further revealed. Kelly Riker’s journey may also be highlighted as she recovers from her injuries and deals with her abusive marriage. The episode might provide more details about the wrongful death case and the conspiracies surrounding it. Viewers can expect unexpected twists and tense moments in this installment.
Background On The Series And Characters
The Rainmaker is adapted from John Grisham’s 1995 novel of the same name. The TV series was developed by Michael Seitzman and Jason Richman, with executive producers including John Grisham and Jason Blum. It premiered on USA Network on August 15, 2025, and has 10 episodes in its first season. New episodes air every Friday at 10 PM ET/PT. The show is available for streaming on Peacock one week after its television broadcast.
The main cast includes Milo Callaghan as Rudy Baylor, Lana Parrilla as Jocelyn “Bruiser” Stone, Madison Iseman as Sarah Plankmore, and John Slattery as Leo F. Drummond. Other key actors are P. J. Byrne as Deck Shifflet, Dan Fogler as Melvin Pritcher, Wade Briggs as Brad Noonan, and Robyn Cara as Kelly Riker. The series has received mixed reviews from critics but is praised for its character development and engaging plot.
Future Seasons And Potential Storylines
Although The Rainmaker season 1 has not concluded, there is already discussion about potential future seasons. In interviews, lead actors Milo Callaghan and Robyn Cara expressed interest in continuing their characters’ journeys. Callaghan described the show as a coming-of-age story for Rudy Baylor, suggesting room for growth beyond the first season. Cara mentioned wanting to explore Kelly Riker’s healing process and happier moments in future episodes.
The series may deviate from the book’s ending to allow for more seasons and deeper character exploration. The TV format provides flexibility to expand on subplots and develop supporting characters further. Producers might focus on Rudy’s life after the current case or introduce new legal challenges. Kelly Riker’s story could also become a significant part of the narrative, especially if she moves past her abusive relationship. The show’s creators aim to build a long-term series rather than a miniseries.
How To Watch The Rainmaker
Viewers in the United States can watch The Rainmaker on the USA Network every Friday at 10 PM ET/PT. Episodes are available for streaming on Peacock one week after their initial airing. Peacock offers two subscription plans: a Premium plan with ads for $11 per month and a Premium Plus plan without ads for $17 per month. Canadian audiences can watch the show on CTV or Crave, while Australian viewers can access it on Stan.
The series is not currently available in most European countries or the UK. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 51 minutes, consistent throughout the season. The first season will conclude with episode 10 on October 17, 2025, which will stream on Peacock on October 24, 2025. Fans can catch up on previous episodes through the platforms mentioned.
Milo Callaghan said: “I think that in lots of ways, you just have to watch him find out. But this is always like [our showrunner] Michael Seitzman used to say, this is the coming of age story of Rudy Baylor. I suppose you have to work out where he ends up on that journey towards the end of the series.”
Robyn Cara added: “Yeah, I’d probably love to explore Kelly once she’s started to heal, and to explore her joy a little bit more. You get to see bits of her being happy, but she’s happy not enough. And that would be because of her situation [of being in an abusive marriage]. But that would be so nice to see.”
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