The Lowdown

The Lowdown is an American television drama series created by Sterlin Harjo.  It stars Ethan Hawke and premiered on FX on September 23, 2025. Internationally, it is released on Disney+.

 Plot 
The story is set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a city full of contrasts, myths, and old wounds.  Lee Raybon (Ethan Hawke) is a man who simply knows too much.  He discovers dark truths that powerful people would rather keep hidden.  Inspired by the writings of historian Lee Roy Chapman, the show mixes reality and fiction.  Raybon moves through a world of corruption, family secrets, and bloody debts.  Who is in control remains unclear for much of the series, but one thing is certain: in Tulsa, nothing is only black or white – there are only shades of gray.

 Cast 

 Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon
 Ryan Kiera Armstrong
 Kaniehtiio Horn
 Tim Blake Nelson
 Jeanne Tripplehorn
 Kyle MacLachlan
 Keith David
 Siena East
 Scott Shepherd
 Tracy Letts
 Macon Blair
 Killer Mike
 Cody Lightning
 Michael Hitchcock
 Peter Dinklage

 Production 
The series was directed by Sterlin Harjo and others.  It was produced by Crazy Eagle Media, Dive, Under the Influence Productions, and FX Productions.  Executive producers include Sterlin Harjo, Garrett Basch, Ethan Hawke, and Ryan Hawke.  Cinematography was done by Adam Stone, Mark Schwartzbard, and Christopher Norr.  Editing was handled by Patrick Tuck, Dane McMaster, and Gina Sansom.

 Reception 
The Lowdown was praised in early reviews for its substance and visual style.  Ethan Hawke received attention for his performance, balancing between a weary hero and a fragile figure.  Supporting actors such as Keith David, Tim Blake Nelson, and Jeanne Tripplehorn were also highlighted.  Tulsa was described as both familiar and strange, giving the show a unique tone.  The pacing, with some slow episodes and some explosive ones, divided opinions.  The site fernsehserien.tv rated the show 84 out of 100 points, noting its intensity and authenticity.Fernsehserien.tv – The Lowdown

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