Teacup Episodes 7 and 8: Release date and time, what to expect and more

The shadows are closing in on Peacock's Teacup, a must-watch horror fiction loosely adapted from Robert R. McCammon's 1988 novel called Stinger. The series follows creepy occurrences in a Georgian ranch where the titular Chenoweth family and their neighbors have no choice but to encounter them.

The residents and their animals have become restless and spooked by the current situation, as they can sense the hidden danger surrounding them. Meanwhile, the youngest Chenoweth, Arlo is behaving strangely since he returned from the woods.

Following the current situation, the neighbors and residents have joined forces to ensure survival. However, the danger is bigger than they thought and can't be easily escaped. So, what exactly is happening at the ranch? Read more to see what's happening and when to watch the new episodes.

Teacup episodes 7 & 8 titled This Is Nowhere, Part 1 & 2 will arrive on October 31, 2024, at 6 p.m. ET on Peacock.

Teacup episode 7 & 8 release date and time on Peacock

Arlo with his sister and friend (Image Source: Peacock)

Created by Ian McCulloch, Teacup has fans on the edge of their seats as they wait for the next thrilling and suspenseful episode. The series premiered on October 10 and has only eight episodes in total.

The finale has been split into two parts, so make sure you don't miss it on Halloween. If you're in a different time zone, here's a table to explore the timings:

Release date of Teacup episodes 7 & 8	Time Zone	Release Time
October 31, 2024	ET	6 PM
October 31, 2024	CT	5 PM
October 31, 2024	MT	4 PM
October 31, 2024	PT	3 PM

A quick recap of what happened in Teacup Episodes 5 & 6

Arlo and his mother (Image Source: Peacock)

Unlike typical horror television shows, Teacup follows a chilling alien narrative you shouldn't miss! The series begins with Arlo Chenoweth's strange behavior after he returns from the woods. Not only this, but the young lad also starts speaking in a foreign language no one can understand. Meanwhile, the animals are also terrified and troubled by the eerie atmosphere.

As the narrative unfolds in new episodes, Arlo reveals to his sister that an alien lives inside his body and he calls him Harbinger. The alien is seen warning the Chenowets about an upcoming disaster but they're unclear about what's coming next.

Episodes 5 & 6 dive into Harbinger’s role and the aliens’ motivations. Interestingly, Harbinger is the only helpful alien and the Chenoweths must ensure his safety to prevent a large invasion. They learn that assassins are out and Harbinger might be in trouble if they learn he's inside Arlo.

The episodes also focus on Travis and James' connection as they navigate challenges after the alien possession. When James finds Travis inside the basement of the Navarro house he learns about Travis' background with McNab, who experienced a similar situation in the past with his daughter.

The dangers constantly intensify as Travis and James try to find Mary Alice Ducker but the alien changes its hosts frequently. As the episodes progress, Ellen starts showing signs of possession, alerting the group to protect Arlo. The Chenoweth family and others think of getting the alien out of Ellen, but it's not an easy task, especially when the full alien invasion is fast approaching.

What to expect from Teacup episodes 7 & 8?

A still from the horror fiction (Image Source: Peacock)

The Halloween finale will bring a conclusion to the alien narrative in Teacup, as the group decides to destroy the iridescent tree, assumed to be attracting people and trapping them. The last episode will also focus on how the Chenoweth family protects Arlo and Harbinger from the assassins.

The series has been receiving great responses from viewers, as the executive producer James Wan explained during the San Diego Comic-Con 2024. He said (via What to Watch):

"Teacup easily defied labels... It goes beyond chills and thrills and holds up a mirror to humanity, exploring the darkness that resides within us all. We hope you enjoy this wild ride as much as we've loved creating it!"

So make sure you don't miss a second of the Teacup finale as each moment will inject the group with fear. From new strategies to a notable showdown with the alien threats, episodes 7 & 8 will get it all covered.