Bates Motel (1987)

Bates Motel gave the Psycho mythology a modern cable-drama makeover, digging into the twisted bond between young Norman Bates and his mother Norma long before the motel earned its grim reputation. The slow-burn tension and psychological unraveling made it a standout in prestige horror television. Rihanna joined the series for a stretch, stepping into the world of the Bates family with a role that fans still talk about. Her presence on the show comes with a single scene clip on site worth seeking out, a rare glimpse of the pop star baring skin in a dramatic, unexpected context. For anyone tracking her acting detours, this is one entry that stands apart from her music career entirely.