About
Manhunt is a historical drama miniseries created by Monica Beletsky for Apple TV+, adapted from James L. Swanson's bestselling book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer. The seven-episode series dramatizes the frantic search for John Wilkes Booth following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865, centering on Secretary of War Edwin Stanton's efforts to hold the nation together during its darkest hours. Tobias Menzies (The Crown, Outlander) stars as Edwin Stanton, with Anthony Boyle as John Wilkes Booth. The ensemble cast includes Lovie Simone, Matt Walsh, Brandon Flynn, Betty Gabriel, Will Harrison, and Hamish Linklater. Carl Franklin directs the series, bringing a cinematic quality to the Civil War-era thriller. Principal photography took place primarily in Savannah, Georgia, whose well-preserved historic architecture provided an authentic backdrop for 1860s Washington, D.C. and the surrounding countryside. The production also filmed key sequences at the Miller Theater in Philadelphia, a historic venue that stood in for Ford's Theatre during the recreation of Lincoln's assassination. Filming began in June 2022 and utilized period-accurate costumes, sets, and practical effects to recreate the post-Civil War landscape. Manhunt premiered on Apple TV+ on March 15, 2024, with all seven episodes releasing simultaneously. The series received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the performances and the show's ability to make a well-known historical event feel suspenseful and urgent.
Filming Locations
1 locationSavannah soundstage and Pulaski Square
Savannah, GA
Historical drama about Lincoln assassination. Used 60,000 sq ft soundstage with period-accurate details.
Savannah
May 1, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
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