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Ozark is an American TV show and Netflix original series. The show follows financial adviser Marty Byrde (Jason Bateman) who moves his wife Wendy (Laura Linney) and kids from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks after getting caught up in his business partner's illegal dealings. In the summer resort community, he has to launder $500 million in five years to save his life and his family's life. The series has received 32 Emmy nods and three wins.
- TV Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
- Platform: Netflix
- Where to Watch: U.S. viewers can watch Ozarks on Netflix.
- Cast: Jason Bateman, Laura Linney, Julia Garner, Sofia Hublitz, Lisa Emery
- Seasons: 4
- First Episode: July 21, 2017
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