The investigation uncovers numerous secrets within Ben’s suburban community, including the revelation that Ben was actually Tom's biological father following a brief affair with the boy's mother, Jess.
In the final episode, the truth about Tom's death is revealed:
After finding the body, Ben quickly becomes the main suspect in the investigation led by the relentless Detective Andrea Cornell (Juliette Lewis). Secrets And Lies - Season 1
As Ben tries to clear his name, he faces public harassment, a mysterious stalker, and growing tension within his own family. Season Finale: "The Lie"
Secrets and Lies: Season 1, Episode 1 Review - The Episodist Season Finale: "The Lie" Secrets and Lies: Season
Upon discovering the truth, Ben decides to take the fall for his daughter to protect her, leading to his arrest. Critical and Commercial Reception
Ben’s youngest daughter, Abby Crawford , killed Tom. Plot Overview
The first season of the American anthology series follows Ben Crawford (Ryan Phillippe), a man whose life is upended after he discovers the body of his neighbor's five-year-old son, Tom Murphy, in the woods. Plot Overview