Bates Motel is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film 
Psycho, and gives viewers an intimate portrayal of how Norman 
Bates' psyche unravels through his teenage years.
Following the tragic death of her husband, Norma Bates buys a 
motel on the outskirts of the idyllic coastal town of White Pine 
Bay, seeking a fresh start. 
As Norma and Norman get ensconced in their new home, they 
discover this town isn't quite what it seems, and the locals 
aren't so quick to let them in on their secrets. 
But the Bates' are done being pushed around and will do whatever 
it takes to survive - and will do whatever it takes to protect 
their own secrets