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East of Eden S1E6 — The Great Try
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East of Eden•Season 1•Episode 6

The Great Try

8.1/10 · 828 votesOct 1, 202659 min

Ranked #5 of 7 in Season 1•matches the season avg

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Adam embarks on a bold new business venture. An alienated Cal is drawn to his family's past, while Cathy's begins to catch up with her.

Directed byLaure de Clermont-Tonnerre
Written byZoe Kazan
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Florence Pugh

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Christopher Abbott

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Episode Summary

"The Great Try" is episode 6 of East of Eden season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 828 votes, ranking #5 of 7 episodes this season (season average 8.1). Directed by Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre and written by Zoe Kazan, it aired on October 1, 2026.

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