Lawmen: Bass Reeves

Some legends are true.

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.

Drama

Seasons

1. PART I

Air Date: 2023-11-05

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

2. PART II

Air Date: 2023-11-05

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

3. PART III

Air Date: 2023-11-12

Bass is sworn in and embarks on his first mission as a U.S. Deputy Marshal. The Underwood gang strikes after Bass is let in on a secret.

4. PART IV

Air Date: 2023-11-19

Bass and his new posse man have a fateful encounter at the Women's Boarding House. Jennie reunites with someone from her past.

5. PART V

Air Date: 2023-11-26

After pandemonium erupts at Bywater's store, Bass is forced to choose between his oath and family. Sally runs into trouble at the carnival, while Bass confronts an old nemesis.

6. PART VI

Air Date: 2023-12-03

Chaos ensues as a firefight breaks out in Checotah. Bass and Jennie have a painful reunion. Bass has an unsettling realization as the myth of Mister Sundown lives on.

7. PART VII

Air Date: 2023-12-10

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.

8. PART VIII

Air Date: 2023-12-17

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.

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