Hamish Linklater is fantastic as Father Paul. While the subject matter and performances throughout these religion-centric conversations are captivating, it feels like Flanagan is trying to hammer his point across after the nail has already been set in place. Their one-on-one interactions are thought-provoking, as Riley challenges Father Paul to explain some of the most prevailing theological questions, like why does God let bad things happen to good people? These are some of the show's most poignant character-building moments, but it's also where the story can dawdle at times. Riley and Father Paul form a dynamic relationship as the clergyman begins to help Crockett Island's wayward son cope with his past traumas during their weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

When his father (Haunting of Hill House alum Henry Thomas) convinces Riley to go to church, we're introduced to the town's new priest, Father Paul (Hamish Linklater). Gilford gives a reserved but powerful performance as his character wrestles with constant self-doubt and a fear of letting people in. Our protagonist is Riley Flynn (portrayed by Good Girls' Zach Gilford), who returns to his childhood home on Crockett Island after a long absence due to a tragic accident. Flanagan is a master at developing memorable characters, and that remains true in Midnight Mass. Set in the isolated community of Crockett Island, Midnight Mass immediately gives off a sinister vibe as the decaying town appears to be slowly rotting away from the inside.

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