Godless (2017)

Godless (2017) — In the 1880s American West, ruthless outlaw Frank Griffin and his gang are hunting Roy Goode, a former protégé who betrayed them. Roy flees to La Belle, New Mexico, an isolated mining town nearly emptied by disaster and now largely run and populated by women. Taking shelter with Alice Fletcher, a tough, resilient widow and outcast, Roy’s presence threatens the fragile peace of the town. When word reaches La Belle that Griffin is coming, the town’s residents must decide whether to fight back or be destroyed. Watching Godless you’ll get a tense, character-driven western that balances gritty action with quieter, human moments. Expect violent, well-staged confrontations and a slow-burn build toward a climactic showdown, intercut with scenes that explore grief, loyalty, and moral ambiguity. The series emphasizes mood and landscape—sweeping desert vistas, period detail, and a brooding soundtrack—so the visual and emotional atmosphere is as important as the shootouts. The emotional core is the unlikely community of La Belle: the women who rebuild lives after loss and who must summon courage and solidarity against a brutal enemy. Themes of revenge, redemption, found family, and shifting power dynamics give the story weight beyond standard western tropes. Overall, viewers who enjoy tense, cinematic westerns with strong character work, thoughtful pacing, and a mix of action and drama will find Godless both thrilling and emotionally resonant.

Actors: Jack O'Connell, Michelle Dockery, Scoot McNairy

Genres: Action, Drama, Western

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