Justified season 6

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Justified
Season 6
Season 6 DVD cover
No. of episodes13
Release
Original networkFX
Original releaseJanuary 20 (2015-01-20) –
April 14, 2015 (2015-04-14)
Season chronology
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Season 5
List of episodes

The sixth and final season of the American television drama series Justified premiered on January 20, 2015, on FX, and concluded on April 14, 2015, consisting of 13 episodes.[1] The series was developed by Graham Yost based on Elmore Leonard's novels Pronto and Riding the Rap and his short story "Fire in the Hole".[2] Its main character is Raylan Givens, a deputy U.S. Marshal. Timothy Olyphant portrays Givens, a tough federal lawman, enforcing his own brand of justice in his Kentucky hometown.[2] The series is set in the city of Lexington, Kentucky, and the hill country of eastern Kentucky, specifically in and around Harlan.[3] The sixth season was released on DVD and Blu-ray in region 1 on June 2, 2015.[4]

Cast and characters

Main cast

Recurring cast

Production

On January 14, 2014, it was announced that Justified was renewed for a sixth season, which is the final season based on a decision by executive producer Graham Yost and lead actor Timothy Olyphant.[5]

Filming for the season began in September 2014.[6] Also in September 2014, Sam Elliott and Garret Dillahunt (who previously starred with Olyphant on Deadwood), were cast in recurring roles for the final season.[7] In November 2014, Jeff Fahey was cast in a recurring role.[8] In January 2015, it was announced that Jonathan Tucker signed on to play Boon for the final five episodes.[9]

Episodes

See also: List of Justified episodes
No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateUS viewers
(millions)
661"Fate's Right Hand"Michael DinnerMichael Dinner & Fred Golan & Chris ProvenzanoJanuary 20, 2015 (2015-01-20)2.17[10]
672"Cash Game"Dean ParisotDave Andron & VJ BoydJanuary 27, 2015 (2015-01-27)1.71[11]
683"Noblesse Oblige"Peter WellerTaylor Elmore & Benjamin CavellFebruary 3, 2015 (2015-02-03)2.01[12]
694"The Trash and the Snake"Adam ArkinChris Provenzano & Ingrid EscajedaFebruary 10, 2015 (2015-02-10)1.65[13]
705"Sounding"Jon AvnetDave Andron & Leonard ChangFebruary 17, 2015 (2015-02-17)1.73[14]
716"Alive Day"Peter WernerBenjamin Cavell & Jennifer KennedyFebruary 24, 2015 (2015-02-24)1.81[15]
727"The Hunt"John DahlTaylor Elmore & Keith SchreierMarch 3, 2015 (2015-03-03)1.73[16]
738"Dark As a Dungeon"Gwyneth Horder-PaytonChris Provenzano & VJ BoydMarch 10, 2015 (2015-03-10)1.80[17]
749"Burned"Don KurtDave Andron & Leonard Chang & Jenny DeArmittMarch 17, 2015 (2015-03-17)1.81[18]
7510"Trust"Adam ArkinBenjamin CavellMarch 24, 2015 (2015-03-24)1.72[19]
7611"Fugitive Number One"Jon AvnetTaylor Elmore & Keith SchreierMarch 31, 2015 (2015-03-31)1.96[20]
7712"Collateral"Michael PressmanChris Provenzano & VJ BoydApril 7, 2015 (2015-04-07)1.83[21]
7813"The Promise"Adam ArkinGraham Yost & Fred Golan & Dave Andron & Benjamin CavellApril 14, 2015 (2015-04-14)2.24[22]

Reception

Critical response

The sixth season has received critical acclaim from television critics, and has a Metacritic rating of 89 out of 100 based on 11 reviews.[23] It currently holds a 100% "Certified Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes with an average rating of 9.1 out of 10 based on 22 reviews with a critics consensus stating, "Justified returns to form for its endgame, rebounding with crisp storytelling and colorful characters who never take themselves too seriously."[24][25]

Accolades

For the 5th Critics' Choice Television Awards, it was nominated for Best Drama Series and received four acting nominations–Timothy Olyphant for Best Actor in a Drama Series, Walton Goggins for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, Joelle Carter for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, and Sam Elliott won for Best Guest Performer in a Drama Series.[26] For the 31st TCA Awards, the series was nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Drama.[27]

References

  1. ^ Bierly, Mandi (November 21, 2014). "FX sets premiere dates for 'Justified' and more". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved November 22, 2014.
  2. ^ a b Zogbi, Marina (December 1, 2009). "'Justified' on FX Premiering in March". AOL. Retrieved December 13, 2009.
  3. ^ "Justified Official Website". FX. Retrieved March 26, 2011.
  4. ^ Lambert, David (April 14, 2015). "Justified - Sony Press Release Formally Announces 'The Complete 6th and Final Season'". TVShowsOnDVD.com. Archived from the original on June 19, 2015. Retrieved April 14, 2015. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  5. ^ Ausiello, Michael (January 14, 2014). "It's Official: Justified Sets End Date, Season 6 Will Be Show's Swan Song". TVLine. Retrieved January 14, 2014.
  6. ^ Bierly, Mandi (September 19, 2014). "'Justified' adds Sam Elliott and Garret Dillahunt for final season". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved November 29, 2014.
  7. ^ Sepinwall, Alan (September 19, 2014). "'Justified' casts Sam Elliott & Garret Dillahunt for final season roles". HitFix. Retrieved November 29, 2014.
  8. ^ Snierson, Dan (November 5, 2014). "'Justified' taps 'Lost' alum Jeff Fahey for guest arc in final season". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved November 29, 2014.
  9. ^ Jue, Teresa (January 7, 2015). "Jonathan Tucker joins 'Justified' for final season". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved January 12, 2015.
  10. ^ Bibel, Sara (January 22, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills', 'The Haves & The Have Nots' & 'Fixer Upper' Win Night, 'Pretty Little Liars', 'Justified' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved January 22, 2015.
  11. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (January 28, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Tops Night + 'Pretty Little Liars', 'The Haves and the Have Nots', 'Sons of Liberty' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved January 29, 2015.
  12. ^ Bibel, Sara (February 4, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Being Mary Jane' Wins Night, 'Moonshiners', 'The Haves and the Have Nots', 'Pretty Little Liars', 'Justified' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 4, 2015.
  13. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (February 11, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'The Haves and the Have Nots' Tops Night + 'Being Mary Jane', 'Pretty Little Liars', 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 11, 2015.
  14. ^ Bibel, Sara (February 19, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: '19 Kids and Counting' Wins Night, 'Being Mary Jane', 'Pretty Little Liars', 'Rizzoli & Isles', 'Cougar Town' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 19, 2015.
  15. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (February 25, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Being Mary Jane' Tops Night + 'The Haves and the Have Nots', '19 Kids and Counting', 'Pretty Little Liars' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 25, 2015.
  16. ^ Bibel, Sara (March 4, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: College Basketball & 'Being Mary Jane' Win NIght, 'The Haves & The Have Nots', 'Pretty Little Liars', 'Rizzoli & Isles' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
  17. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 11, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'The Haves and the Have Nots', 'Pretty Little Liars' & 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Top Night". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved March 11, 2015.
  18. ^ Bibel, Sara (March 18, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Pretty Little Liars', 'The Haves & The Have Nots' & 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Win Night, 'Being Mary Jane', 'Rizzoli & Isles' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved March 18, 2015.
  19. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 25, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Pretty Little Liars' Tops Night + 'The Haves and the Have Nots', 'If Loving You is Wrong' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved March 25, 2015.
  20. ^ Bibel, Sara (April 1, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: '19 Kids and Counting' Wins Night, 'Real Housewives', 'Justified', 'Finding Carter', 'Cougar Town' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved April 1, 2015.
  21. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (April 8, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Tops Night + '19 Kids and Counting', 'Tosh.0' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved April 9, 2015.
  22. ^ Bibel, Sara (April 15, 2015). "Tuesday Cable Ratings: 'Deadliest Catch' Wins Night, 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills', 'Justified', 'Being Mary Jane' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
  23. ^ "Justified: Season 6". Metacritic. Retrieved January 22, 2015.
  24. ^ "Justified: Season 6". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved April 17, 2015.
  25. ^ Bianculli, David (April 15, 2015). "'Justified' Ends With An Unpredictable, Poetic And Memorable Finale". Fresh Air. NPR. Retrieved April 16, 2018.
  26. ^ Mitovich, Matt Webb (May 31, 2015). "Critics' Choice Television Awards: HBO, Better Call Saul, Taraji P. Henson and Amy Schumer Among Big Winners". TVLine. Retrieved June 1, 2015.
  27. ^ Ausiello, Michael (August 8, 2015). "TCA Awards 2015: Empire, Jon Hamm, Amy Schumer, Americans, Fosters and John Oliver Among Winners". TVLine. Retrieved August 9, 2015.

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