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Mary-Louise Parker Stars as Villain in King's 'The Institute'

7/10/2025

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Mary-Louise Parker takes on the chilling role of Ms. Sigsby in the TV adaptation of Stephen King's gripping 2019 novel, The Institute. Set in a sinister facility that preys on teens with psychokinetic powers, Parker portrays a cunning villain who sees her manipulative tactics as justified. Don't miss the premiere on MGM+ on July 13!

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Story summary

Mary-Louise Parker takes on the chilling role of Ms. Sigsby in the TV adaptation of Stephen King's gripping 2019 novel, The Institute. Set in a sinister facility that preys on teens with psychokinetic powers, Parker portrays a cunning villain who sees her manipulative tactics as justified. Don't miss the premiere on MGM+ on July 13!