Max Parish is a fictional character portrayed by Casey Deidrick in the TV series In the Dark.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 31 years old.
They appear in 48 episodes out of a total of 52 aired and have accumulated 5825 positive votes.
The character of Max Parish is mainly associated with Murphy Mason, Felix Bell and Jessica 'Jess' Damon.
Episodes48
Pilot
episode S1.E1 april 2019While out for a walk, Murphy stumbles upon what she's sure is the lifeless body of her close friend Tyson; when the police arrive, there is no body, making them reluctant to investigate; Murphy resolves to learn what happened to Tyson.
Mommy Issues
episode S1.E2 april 2019After Murphy's latest one-night stand calls her mommy, she develops a rather unexpected lead in Tyson's case; Chloe thinks it's time for her father to create a dating profile; Murphy helps Jess pick out a gift for her girlfriend.
The Big Break
episode S1.E3 april 2019Murphy enlists an unwitting Felix to help locate Tyson's girlfriend, Kira; Murphy and Felix their first heart-to-heart under the bleachers and Dean does his best to be there for Chloe as she experience's a rite of passage.
The Graduate
episode S1.E4 april 2019Jess reluctantly agrees to let Murphy go alone with Max on a day trip; Murphy has a flashback of memories of Tyson; it's puppy graduation day at Guiding Hope; Jess and Joy realize they might have more in common than they thought.
The Feels
episode S1.E5 may 2019Murphy deals with a pregnancy scare while trying to find a dead body she can touch to put her doubts about misidentifying Tyson's corpse to rest.
Tyson
episode S1.E6 may 2019Murphy, unable to deal with things, begins to push everyone away, including Max. Meanwhile, Murphy and Jess have a heart-to-heart.
The One That Got Away
episode S1.E7 may 2019While hanging out with Max in his food truck, Murphy is shocked to hear a familiar voice screaming outside. Meanwhile, Murphy offers to watch Chloe so Dean can go on a date, but things get a little crazy after she does the one thing he asks her not to do. Lastly, Murphy's worlds of Max and Darnell and Guiding Hope begin to collide.
Jessica Rabbit
episode S1.E8 may 2019Murphy finally starts opening up to Max. Meanwhile, Murphy, Max and Darnell step up to help Jess "Brooke Markham". Lastly, Felix makes an interesting decision.
Deal or No Deal
episode S1.E9 may 2019With Jess (Brooke Markham) focusing all of her attention on Vanessa (guest star Humberly Gonzalez, "Orphan Black"), Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) begins to feel neglected. To make matters worse, tensions begin to rise between her and Max (Casey Diedrick). Meanwhile, Jules (guest star Saycon Sengbloh, "Scandal") is forced to make a quick decision.
Bait and Switch
episode S1.E10 june 2019Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) and Jess (Brooke Markham) are both going through similar situations, but they are handling things very differently. Meanwhile, Felix (Morgan Krantz) and Jess share a beautiful moment together.
I Woke Up Like This
episode S1.E11 june 2019Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) and Jess (Brooke Markham) borrow the Guiding Hope van to search for Max (Casey Diedrick), leaving Felix (Morgan Krantz) in a precarious position. Meanwhile, Dean (Rich Sommer) receives some surprising news.
Rollin' with the Homies
episode S1.E12 june 2019It's Murphy's first birthday since Tyson was killed and she is feeling more isolated than ever.
It's Always Been You
episode S1.E13 june 2019Things begin to take an interesting turn between Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) and Dean (Rich Sommer).
Cross My Heart and Hope to Lie
episode S2.E2 april 2020Murphy gets a surprise visit while the Guiding Hope team, Felix, Jess and Murphy work on a plan to cover up their new "business". Darnell's visit to Nia takes an unexpected turn and Dean gets a new mission.
Son of a Gun
episode S2.E3 april 2020Murphy is forced to turn her attention from Max when Guiding Hope's monetary surplus puts them on the radar of IRS agent Josh. Meanwhile, Jess's interest is piqued by a new employee and Felix decides to take matters into his own hands. Dean gets closer to information he can use against Nia and Darnell explores his options.
Deal Me In
episode S2.E4 may 2020Murphy seeks to help Max out of a life-or-death situation, while Dean leverages them against each other in an attempt to fix his own bad circumstances. Felix finds difficulty juggling his dating life with his dealing life, while Jess is happily distracted by a new romance. Darnell tries a new gig, but his loyalty to Murphy and Max keeps him entangled in Nia's web.
The Unusual Suspects
episode S2.E5 may 2020Murphy's choices plunge the Guiding Hope crew deeper into Nia's game, as Jess continues to grow suspicious of the closed-door meetings between Felix and Murphy. Dean tries to keep Chloe away from Murphy lest she discover the truth about her dad. Pressure mounts as Darnell fails to deliver on his commitment, and Max realizes escaping his prior life is even harder than he thought.
The Truth Hurts
episode S2.E6 may 2020While Murphy and Felix juggle their personal extracurricular activities with the demands of drug dealing, Jess finds herself inextricably in Nia's cross-hairs. Trey has Darnell's back, and Max finds himself at the end of a rope. Josh continues to seek Murphy's assistance with his challenging circumstances, while Dean contends with Chloe' newfound rebelliousness.
The Straw That Broke the Camel's Back
episode S2.E7 may 2020Murphy's preoccupation with helping Max - whose luck continues to spiral - forces her to take more extreme risks. Felix is forced to contend with issues at Guiding Hope, while Jess struggles as all her relationships are tested. Meanwhile, Chloe meets Dean's new partner, Gene, who shares information that feeds into her growing suspicions about her father.
Codependence Day
episode S2.E8 june 2020Murphy convinces Jess to help with a drug mission, while Felix finds himself in a legal predicament. Dean's partner Gene begins showing some real talent on the job, giving Dean a lead that could unravel Murphy's plans. Nia questions Darnell's loyalty, and Murphy visits Max.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Dying
episode S2.E9 june 2020When Murphy and Felix concoct a new plan to destroy Nia, Murphy's friendship with Josh proves to be more beneficial than she expected. In need of some space from Murphy, Jess makes a bold move with Sterling. Dean runs into issues at work, and Max gets an unexpected visitor.
The Last Dance
episode S2.E10 june 2020Murphy and Felix swing for the fences when they attempt to execute the plan to end their arrangement with Nia. Finding himself in dire circumstances, Dean seeks the help of a former colleague. Max does the unthinkable.
Bad People
episode S2.E11 june 2020Murphy, Jess, Felix, Max and Dean must each contend with the fallout following an attempt to cut off Nia's supply and take her down.
Where Have You Ben?
episode S2.E12 july 2020With Nia's entire shipment missing and the Guiding Hope crew under the gun to deliver it, Murphy, Jess, Felix and Max will stop at nothing to sniff out the stash. In the meantime, Dean has his own plans for the misplaced goods, while Gene visits Darnell and uncovers some shocking information.
My Pride and Joy
episode S2.E13 july 2020Betrayal runs deep, and the consequences are devastating.
Hanging by a Thread
episode S3.E1 june 2021Nia is dead, and with Josh now aware of their involvement in the biggest case of his career, Murphy, Jess, Felix and Max, are all forced to make some serious changes. Officer Clemens suspects something is off within his department, and forms an unlikely partnership with Josh.
I Know What You Did Last Night
episode S3.E2 june 2021Murphy, Jess, Felix and Max begin a long and arduous journey as they attempt to stay one step ahead of Josh and Clemens.
Planes, Trains and Automobiles
episode S3.E5 july 2021Murphy reaches out to an unlikely source for help in getting to Jess but when Trey makes other plans, the whole thing blows up in their faces.
Arcade Fire
episode S3.E6 august 2021Murphy is arrested and will do anything for news about Jess. Felix and Max disagree about what to do next. The disagreement between Gene and Josh has repercussions.
Pretty in Pink
episode S3.E7 august 2021Murphy, Felix and Max look to Josiah for answers about Jess; Gene makes a bold move.
Power Trip
episode S3.E8 august 2021Things get awkward when Murphy and her friends ride out the storm together.
Excess Baggage
episode S3.E9 september 2021When Murphy starts to spin out, Felix takes matters into his own hands.
Home Run
episode S3.E10 september 2021Feeling isolated and alone, Murphy seeks comfort in the familiar but sometimes things do change, and she is forced to fend for herself.
Match Point
episode S3.E11 september 2021With the walls closing in, Murphy and Trey make a desperate move.
Do You Hear What I Hear?
episode S3.E12 september 2021As Murphy closes in on finding out what happened to Jess, Clemens and Josh move one step closer to finding Murphy.
Expectation Is the Root of All Heartache
episode S3.E13 october 2021Murphy finally learns the truth about what happened to Jess and it forces her to take a closer look at who she herself has become.
Bail's in Your Court
episode S4.E1 june 2022Murphy is having a tough time adjusting to life in prison with unexpected dangers looming large. Meanwhile, Max accompanies Leslie and Felix to an interesting afternoon with their grandmother.
No Cane Do
episode S4.E2 june 2022Murphy has to get creative if she is going to stay alive, meanwhile, Felix comes up with a plan to help his friend.
If Books Could Kill
episode S4.E3 june 2022Murphy accidentally sets off a chain of events that have near fatal consequences for Felix. Meanwhile, Leslie's quick thinking buys everyone a little breathing room.
Hard Pill to Swallow
episode S4.E4 june 2022Gene and Josh take a swing at tying Murphy to their latest case and end up with something completely unexpected; Felix tricks Max into revealing what he has been hiding; Leslie has to improvise when a plan she put into motion goes off course.-
The Trial of Murphy Mason, Part One
episode S4.E5 july 2022As Murphy's trial date arrives, she must face all the ghosts of her past that have come forward as witnesses. The trial also means a complicated reunion for Felix. -
The Trial of Murphy Mason, Part Two
episode S4.E6 july 2022Murphy faces two equally-concerning outcomes as her trial concludes. -
C.I. Was Right
episode S4.E7 july 2022Murphy follows through on the deal she made and finds herself partnered up with someone she'd rather not spend time with. Max is left reeling after the mess he made during Murphy's trial. -
Tequila Mockingbird
episode S4.E8 august 2022Murphy and Max have a long overdue conversation; Darnell's paranoia turns into fear. -
Center of Gravity
episode S4.E9 august 2022Murphy and Max have a long overdue conversation. Darnell's paranoia turns into fear when everything starts crumbling. -
No Time to Spare
episode S4.E10 august 2022Guilt about Choe leads Murphy to contact Gene and the group works to begin attacking the Bolt organization. -
The Deep End
episode S4.E11 august 2022Josh's persistence to bring Murphy down motivates everyone to pull a plan together. -
Going Up
episode S4.E12 august 2022Max and Murphy make plans for the future, and everything seems to be going according to plan at the fundraiser with Murphy and Darnell posing as an unhappy couple. Josh concocts his own plan and inserts himself in the middle of everything.
- Pilot
- Mommy Issues
- The Big Break
- The Graduate
- The Feels
- Tyson
- The One That Got Away
- Jessica Rabbit
- Deal or No Deal
- Bait and Switch
- I Woke Up Like This
- Rollin' with the Homies
- It's Always Been You
- Cross My Heart and Hope to Lie
- Son of a Gun
- Deal Me In
- The Unusual Suspects
- The Truth Hurts
- The Straw That Broke the Camel's Back
- Codependence Day
- How to Succeed in Business Without Really Dying
- The Last Dance
- Bad People
- Where Have You Ben?
- My Pride and Joy
- Hanging by a Thread
- I Know What You Did Last Night
- Planes, Trains and Automobiles
- Arcade Fire
- Pretty in Pink
- Power Trip
- Excess Baggage
- Home Run
- Match Point
- Do You Hear What I Hear?
- Expectation Is the Root of All Heartache
- Bail's in Your Court
- No Cane Do
- If Books Could Kill
- Hard Pill to Swallow
- The Trial of Murphy Mason, Part One
- The Trial of Murphy Mason, Part Two
- C.I. Was Right
- Tequila Mockingbird
- Center of Gravity
- No Time to Spare
- The Deep End
- Going Up
Best moments10
- Max and Murphy make plans for the future, and everything seems to be going according to plan at the fundraiser with Murphy and Darnell posing as an unhappy couple. Josh concocts his own plan and inserts himself in the middle of everything.
- Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) and Jess (Brooke Markham) are both going through similar situations, but they are handling things very differently. Meanwhile, Felix (Morgan Krantz) and Jess share a beautiful moment together.
- Jess reluctantly agrees to let Murphy go alone with Max on a day trip; Murphy has a flashback of memories of Tyson; it's puppy graduation day at Guiding Hope; Jess and Joy realize they might have more in common than they thought.
- Murphy and Max have a long overdue conversation. Darnell's paranoia turns into fear when everything starts crumbling.
- Murphy gets a surprise visit while the Guiding Hope team, Felix, Jess and Murphy work on a plan to cover up their new "business". Darnell's visit to Nia takes an unexpected turn and Dean gets a new mission.
- With Jess (Brooke Markham) focusing all of her attention on Vanessa (guest star Humberly Gonzalez, "Orphan Black"), Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) begins to feel neglected. To make matters worse, tensions begin to rise between her and Max (Casey Diedrick). Meanwhile, Jules (guest star Saycon Sengbloh, "Scandal") is forced to make a quick decision.
- Murphy, Felix and Max look to Josiah for answers about Jess; Gene makes a bold move.
- Murphy is forced to turn her attention from Max when Guiding Hope's monetary surplus puts them on the radar of IRS agent Josh. Meanwhile, Jess's interest is piqued by a new employee and Felix decides to take matters into his own hands. Dean gets closer to information he can use against Nia and Darnell explores his options.
- Nia is dead, and with Josh now aware of their involvement in the biggest case of his career, Murphy, Jess, Felix and Max, are all forced to make some serious changes. Officer Clemens suspects something is off within his department, and forms an unlikely partnership with Josh.
- Murphy finally starts opening up to Max. Meanwhile, Murphy, Max and Darnell step up to help Jess "Brooke Markham". Lastly, Felix makes an interesting decision.
- Going Up
- Bait and Switch
- The Graduate
- Center of Gravity
- Cross My Heart and Hope to Lie
- Deal or No Deal
- Pretty in Pink
- Son of a Gun
- Hanging by a Thread
- Jessica Rabbit