Jason Momoa’s Forgotten Thriller Series (With an 80% RT Score) Fights Its Way up the Netflix Charts

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A well-regarded mystery thriller series starring Jason Momoa, known for his roles in action films like Aquaman, Dune, and the Fast & Furious movies, is quickly gaining popularity on Netflix. Momoa first showcased his talent for playing charming and complex characters over a decade ago, a skill he’s become known for in shows like See and Chief of War.

Created by Aaron Guzikowski (known for Prisoners and Raised by Wolves) and produced by Sarah Condon (Looking), The Red Road is a thriller series that’s recently gained the attention it deserves. The show stars Martin Henderson, Julianne Nicholson, Allie Gonino, Tom Sizemore, and Jason Momoa, and centers around a small-town sheriff who must form a difficult partnership with a former convict after a tragedy involving his wife.

The Red Road is quickly becoming popular on Netflix, joining other top shows like the superhero series Cashero, the thrilling series The Beast in Me, the police drama The Closer, the romantic comedy Emily in Paris, and the hugely popular 80s sci-fi hit Stranger Things, which is currently airing its final season. Both seasons of The Red Road are available to stream now, and you can find a description of the show below.

When a college student vanishes from a quiet New Jersey town, Sheriff Harold Jensen finds his life irrevocably altered. The search leads him into the nearby mountains, home to a Native American tribe not officially recognized by the government. He encounters Phillip Kopus, a recently released convict and member of the tribe, whose presence in town sparks unease and threatens the community’s tranquility. Following a tragic event and subsequent cover-up that strains relations between the town and the tribe, Kopus exploits the situation, leaving Jensen with a difficult choice: sacrifice his integrity or endanger his family.

Fans Now Want Netflix to Bring Back ‘The Red Road’


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Although many have forgotten it now, The Red Road initially received mostly positive feedback. While critics give it a middling score of 67% on Rotten Tomatoes – they do appreciate the strong acting and unsettling plot – viewers loved the show, giving it an 80% rating on Popcornmeter.

Viewers raved about the show, praising its strong writing, excellent acting, and consistent surprises. Many highlighted Jason Momoa’s performance as one of his best. One fan said it was “the best of everything,” keeping them engaged and on the edge of their seat throughout. The show’s popularity led to numerous calls for Netflix to renew it, with viewers hoping for a continuation of the story.

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Sadly, the TV series The Red Road faded into obscurity because it was cancelled after only twelve episodes by SundanceTV. Though it didn’t receive much attention at the time, the show is now gaining a following and demonstrating the talent that has made Jason Momoa a popular actor.



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2025-12-30 17:03