Manhunt

A somber, slow-burning historical thriller that keeps you tense with political intrigue and moral weight.

Created by

Monica Beletsky

Genres

Drama, Crime

Starring

Tobias Menzies, Anthony Boyle, Lovie Simone

Tagline

The assassination was just the beginning.

Overview

A conspiracy thriller about one of the best known but least understood crimes in history. This is the astonishing story of the hunt for John Wilkes Booth in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination—as the fate of the country hangs in the balance.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Conspiracy, justice, grief, power

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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