Lawmen: Bass Reeves — 2023-2023 · 1 season · 8 eps

★ 7.3

Lawmen: Bass Reeves

Name: Lawmen: Bass Reeves
Genre: Drama, Western
Released: 2023
Rating: 7.3

2023-2023 1 season 8 episodes

★ 7.3 (14,861 votes) Bottom 41%

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The story of Bass Reeves, the legendary lawman of the wild West, is brought to life. Reeves worked in the post-Reconstruction era as a federal peace officer in the Indian Territory, capturing over 3,000 of the most dangerous criminals without ever being wounded—and is believed to be the inspiration for The Lone Ranger.

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#1 7.8

S1E1 Part 1

Bass rides into hell. Esau makes a violent impression on Bass. Bass escapes his chains, but has to make a hard sacrifice.

S1E8 7.8

Part VIII

After a waltz with the devil, Bass, Billy Crow, and Sherrill have a dangerous reckoning with Mister Sundown. Meanwhile, trouble ensues for Jennie, Sally, and Esme back at the Reeves' farm.

S1E2 7.7

Part II

Bass and his family endure tough times on their farm. Bass gets a visit from the law and is faced with an interesting proposition.

4. S1E3 "Part III" 7.6
5. S1E5 "Part V" 7.5
6. S1E6 "Part VI" 7.5
7. S1E4 "Part IV" 7.3
8. S1E7 "Part VII" 7.1

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S1E7 7.1

Part VII

Bass struggles with the weight of the badge like never before. After a deadly mission goes awry, the U.S. Deputy Marshal's fate is left in the hands of someone else.

7. S1E4 "Part IV" 7.3
6. S1E6 "Part VI" 7.5
5. S1E5 "Part V" 7.5
4. S1E3 "Part III" 7.6

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3 Hidden Gems

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Top Standout: S1E1 Part 1

Most Infamous: S1E4 Part IV

Best Hidden Gem: S1E8 Part VIII

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