The Western miniseries 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves', which premiered on Paramount Plus in November 2023 and recently debuted on Netflix, has quickly gained popularity, ranking in the top 10. Created by Chad Feehan, the series is based on the life of Bass Reeves, one of the first African American deputy US marshals, portrayed by David Oyelowo. The eight-part series follows Reeves' harrowing escape from enslavement and his subsequent career as a lawman in the 1800s, where he became known for tracking down fugitives and arresting approximately 3,000 outlaws. Critics have praised the show for its engaging storytelling and character depth, with a 79% rating from critics and an impressive 93% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Oyelowo, who spent eight years bringing this adaptation to life, describes the script as compelling and relevant to contemporary issues. The series, initially planned as a spin-off of '1883', may evolve into an anthology if renewed, exploring the lives of other lawmen. 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves' is currently available for streaming on Netflix.