“I Know This Much Is True” is a 2020 HBO miniseries directed by Derek Cianfrance, based on the novel by Wally Lamb. The series stars Mark Ruffalo in a dual role as twin brothers Dominick and Thomas Birdsey. The narrative delves into their troubled relationship, shaped by a childhood marred by trauma, secrets, and a domineering stepfather. Dominick, the more stable of the two, grapples with the emotional toll of caring for Thomas, who suffers from paranoid schizophrenia and is repeatedly institutionalized. The story unfolds across different timelines, revealing the family’s complex history and Dominick’s struggle for personal redemption while trying to secure a better life for his brother. The series is noted for its deep emotional intensity and Ruffalo’s powerful performance, which earned him critical acclaim​.
I Know This Much Is True
