Kevin Bacon’s New Show Tops Prime Video Charts Instantly!

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The newly released action series on has swiftly achieved popularity, claiming the top position on the streaming platform. Featuring ’80s icon and renowned Hollywood star , this series blends thrilling action sequences with eerie horror elements, following the story of Hub Halloran, a resurrected bounty hunter who was once murdered and is now tasked by the Devil to capture and return demons to Hell. It seems that the blend of action, horror, and Bacon’s performance has captured viewers’ interest.

Titled “The Bondsman”, this new series was developed by Grainger David and made its debut on Prime Video just recently. The cast includes Jennifer Nettles, known for her roles in “The Righteous Gemstones” and “The Exorcist”, Damon Herriman from “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” and “Justified”, Beth Grant of “No Country for Old Men” and “Donnie Darko”, Maxwell Jenkins starring in “Arcadian” and “Lost in Space”, as well as Jolene Purdy who has been seen in “The White Lotus” and “Orange Is the New Black”. Joining them is Kevin Bacon. In its first week, the series has outperformed shows like “Reacher”, “House of David”, “The Wheel of Time”, and “Bosch: Legacy”, taking the top spot on Prime Video’s most-watched list.

Eight episodes of the series titled “The Bondsman” have been made accessible for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. For a brief overview, the official synopsis is provided below.

In a unique turn of events, the deceased bounty hunter Hub Halloran is brought back to life by the Devil for a special mission: to capture and return demons who have broken free from Hell’s prison. As he navigates this supernatural pursuit, accompanied and sometimes hindered by his estranged relatives, Hub discovers how past transgressions led to his spiritual damnation. This revelation propels him on a quest for redemption, aiming to reclaim a life, love, and peace that were lost.

‘The Bondsman’ Described as “‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ by Way of ‘Supernatural'”

In contrast to services like Prime Video and Netflix that typically shine in delivering action or suspense, it’s not common to find productions that blend action with horror. However, the series The Bondsman, has garnered positive feedback from both critics and viewers. On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts a commendable 79% rating from critics, while on Popcornmeter, it has an impressive 80% approval rate from the audience.

As a fan who had the pleasure of watching “The Bondsman”, I couldn’t help but appreciate it wholeheartedly. The captivating charm of Kevin Bacon was undeniable, and I found myself drawing parallels between this action horror series and some genre greats, such as “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Supernatural”. MovieWeb’s Greg Archer truly hit the nail on the head with this one!

We’re excited for Kevin Bacon’s role as a deceased bounty hunter, resurrected by the devil, tasked with trapping and sending back escaped demons from hell. This show, The Bondsman, seems perfect for marathon viewing. Its unique plot might remind you of Constantine or Spawn, but it also has some inconsistent mood swings and typical family dynamics. However, it maintains an unusual charm and a touch of darkness that makes it entertaining. Imagine it as a modern-day relative to Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a twist of Supernatural’s style.

There’s no official word if “The Bondsman” will come back for a new season, but given its rapid popularity and the way Season 1 ended, let’s keep our fingers crossed that Kevin Bacon’s character, Hub Halloran, will survive to continue his battles.

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2025-04-07 17:02