What Is Manhunt? Apple TV+’s Historical Thriller – Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
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Manhunt is a seven-part historical conspiracy thriller miniseries that premiered on Apple TV+ on March 15, 2024. Created by Monica Beletsky and based on James L. Swanson's nonfiction book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer, the series dramatizes the pursuit of John Wilkes Booth following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
Set in the immediate aftermath of Lincoln's assassination on April 14, 1865, Manhunt follows Secretary of War Edwin Stanton as he leads the effort to capture Booth. The series explores the complexities of the manhunt and the broader implications for a nation grappling with the end of the Civil War.
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Cast and Characters
Tobias Menzies as Edwin Stanton, Lincoln's Secretary of War
Anthony Boyle as John Wilkes Booth, the assassin
Lovie Simone as Mary Simms
Will Harrison as David Herold
Brandon Flynn as Eddie Stanton Jr.
Damian O’Hare as Thomas Eckert
Glenn Morshower as Andrew Johnson
Patton Oswalt as Lafayette C. Baker
Matt Walsh as Dr. Samuel Mudd
Hamish Linklater as Abraham Lincoln
The series was created by Monica Beletsky, with Carl Franklin directing the first two episodes. Other directors include John Dahl and Eva Sørhaug. The production involved Apple Studios, Lionsgate Television, and several other companies.
Manhunt received generally favorable reviews. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an 87% approval rating based on 46 critic reviews, with an average rating of 7.3/10.
The consensus reads: "Dramatizing a flashpoint in American history with hot-blooded performances and contemporary resonance, Manhunt transcends the trappings of wax museum recreation to deliver addicting entertainment."
Metacritic assigned a score of 65 out of 100 based on 22 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews.".
Where to Watch
Manhunt is available for streaming exclusively on Apple TV+. The series consists of seven episodes, with the first two released on March 15, 2024, and subsequent episodes released weekly through April 19, 2024. Apple TV
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