"Godless" is a 2017 American Western drama miniseries created, written, and directed by Scott Frank. Set in 1884, it tells the story of an outlaw named Roy Goode, who seeks refuge in the predominantly female town of La Belle, New Mexico, after betraying his ruthless mentor, Frank Griffin. Griffin and his gang are on a vengeful hunt for Goode, threatening the safety of La Belle and its inhabitants. The series is known for its gritty realism, strong female characters, and stunning cinematography. It was released on Netflix on November 22, 2017.
- Jack O'Connell as Roy Goode
- Jeff Daniels as Frank Griffin
- Michelle Dockery as Alice Fletcher
- Scoot McNairy as Bill McNue
- Merritt Wever as Mary Agnes McNue
- Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Whitey Winn
- Sam Waterston as Marshal John Cook
"Godless" received highly positive reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an 84% approval rating based on 74 reviews, with an average rating of 7.30/10. The site's consensus reads, "Despite a familiar premise, Godless elevates the Western genre with its strong performances, beautiful cinematography, and willingness to subvert expectations." On Metacritic, the series has a score of 77 out of 100, based on 30 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews." IMDb gives it an 8.3/10 rating. Jeff Daniels won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his performance as Frank Griffin. Merritt Wever also won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie.
"Godless" is a miniseries consisting of one season with seven episodes. The show has ended and will not be renewed.
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