Emperor Of Ocean Park centers on Talcott Garland, a professor whose life is shattered when his father, Judge Oliver Garland, dies.

Two years after his shock announcement, The Judge contemplates his next move. Mariah’s suspicions around her father’s passing grow further.

Tal's paranoia grows following his mysterious run in with Agent McDermott.

Tal enlists the help of his colleague to track Kimmer's whereabouts.

Tal turns to his father's old chess buddy for help on a clue that The Judge left behind.

Tal's distractedness and frustrations lead to an unexpected outburst that threatens his marriage.