In 'Bates Motel,' Freddie Highmore delivers a captivating performance as Norman Bates, a young man with a troubled past who becomes the proprietor of the infamous Bates Motel. This psychological horror series serves as a contemporary prequel to Alfred Hitchcock's classic film 'Psycho,' delving into the complex relationship between Norman and his overbearing mother, Norma, played by Vera Farmiga. With its dark and suspenseful narrative, 'Bates Motel' keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, exploring themes of obsession, identity, and the blurred lines between sanity and madness.