In a colorful academic community in Marfa, Texas, theres a struggling married couple, Chris and Sylvere, and they are obsessed with a charismatic professor named Dick.

Chris' growing obsession becomes a fun and fueled marital pastime.

Chris and Sylvere proceed with their questionable scheme but Dick throws them for a loop that their marriage can't handle. Toby and Devon go their own ways.

Sylvere demands Chris undo the damage she's done though it may be too late. Chris' letters bring Devon and Toby together. Determined to clear the air, Chris and Sylvere devise a plan.

The women of Marfa expose their history of desire.

After a grand gesture, Chris grapples with a Dick-less existence. Toby goes viral with a provocative project that Devon takes issue with. Pushed beyond their limits, Dick and Sylvere broker an unlikely truce.

Dick questions his role at the Institute, creating new opportunity for Paula. Toby sets boundaries and Devon takes her work in a new direction. Chris and Sylvere come to an impasse.

Sylvere writes his own letter while Chris explores a new reality with Dick. Devon's performance awakens the people of Marfa.